Trump suspends duty-free exemption for all foreign packages from Aug. 29

Move targets fentanyl precursor materials smuggled into US, as well as tax loopholes

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The number of de minimis shipments entering the U.S. has soared in the past decade. © Reuters

PAK YIU

NEW YORK -- Duty-free shipping to the U.S. for low-value commercial packages will be suspended for all countries on Aug. 29, the White House said Wednesday.

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