A shipped suit should not be budgeted as duty-free simply because its value is below US$800. CBP rules effective June 24, 2026 implemented indefinite suspension of the de minimis exemption for non-postal and postal merchandise shipments. (govinfo.gov)
A separate CBP proposal scheduled for publication on October 8, 2026 describes those June suspensions as existing measures. Its proposed changes should not themselves be treated as final rules. (public-inspection.federalregister.gov)
Accompanied purchases are a separate question. CBP’s personal-exemption guidance, dated February 27, 2026, says the exemption is generally US$800, subject to conditions including declaration, personal/household use, accompaniment, generally at least 48 hours abroad and the relevant 30-day restriction. Goods sent later generally cannot be included in that accompanied US$800 allowance. (help.cbp.gov)
Before payment, request a shipment-specific calculation identifying:
- The classification and declared value used.
- Country of origin and intended entry date.
- Applicable duties, taxes and carrier/broker fees.
- Whether the quoted delivery price includes these charges.
- Who pays return-shipping and re-entry costs if corrections are needed.
This review does not establish one universal all-in duty percentage for a Vietnam-made suit. Keep D unresolved until documented; do not quietly replace it with zero.