Congress and the Trump Administration act to eliminate De Minimis

Fishing Rod © American Sportfishing Association

The de minimis threshold allows imported goods valued under $800 to enter the United States duty-free and without many of the regulatory requirements imposed on higher-value shipments.

ASA is advocating to remove de minimis eligibility for sportfishing products to create a level playing field for manufacturers and importers, and to ensure the collection of funds that support aquatic resource conservation.

Recently, President Trump signed executive orders to eliminate de minimis, and Congress is currently considering a similar action through legislation.

Click here to read more about our position on de minimis.