The de minimis rule, which previously allowed shipments valued under $800 to enter the United States (U.S.) duty-free with minimal customs paperwork, has been eliminated as of August 29, 2025. This change means that all imports, regardless of value or origin, are now subject to duties, taxes, and full customs processing. While CUSMA compliant goods still qualify for preferential tariff treatment, the removal of the exemption may cause additional costs, administrative requirements, and potential delays for Canadian businesses shipping to U.S. customers.

This survey is intended to collect data from Prince Edward Island small scale manufacturers and exporters to assess impact of this policy change on their business. Your feedback is valuable.

Personal information on this form is collected under Section 31(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act R.S.P.E.I. 1988, c f-15.01 as it relates directly to and is necessary for assisting Innovation PEI in gauging the economic impact of tariffs on Island companies and the Island economy. 

If you have any questions about this collection of personal information, you may contact the Innovation PEI Office by telephone toll-free at 1-800-563-3734 or by email at innovation@gov.pe.ca.

For additional information on our upcoming missions and trade shows, please visit innovationpei.com/trade-calendar and visit Innovation PEI’s Resource page for updated tariff-related information at innovationpei.com/tariff-response