# de minimis calculation

*Last updated: 2026-01-31*

> The de minimis calculation refers to determining whether a shipment falls below a defined threshold (the de minimis limit) beyond which duties and taxes apply.

The de minimis calculation refers to determining whether a shipment falls below a defined threshold (the de minimis limit) beyond which duties and taxes apply. If the value of the goods or shipment is below this threshold, duties and/or taxes may be waived or reduced.

**Source:** [https://www.investopedia.com/terms/d/de-minimis.asp](https://www.investopedia.com/terms/d/de-minimis.asp)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | de minimis calculation |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 45 |
| Last updated | 2026-01-31 |
| Source | https://www.investopedia.com/terms/d/de-minimis.asp |

---

*Logistics Glossary — Freight Academy: [https://www.freight-academy.com/en/glossary/de-minimis-calculation](https://www.freight-academy.com/en/glossary/de-minimis-calculation)*

*Markdown mirror: [https://www.freight-academy.com/api/md/glossary/en/de-minimis-calculation](https://www.freight-academy.com/api/md/glossary/en/de-minimis-calculation)*

*JSON summary: [https://www.freight-academy.com/api/v1/glossary/de-minimis-calculation/llm-summary?lang=en](https://www.freight-academy.com/api/v1/glossary/de-minimis-calculation/llm-summary?lang=en)*