Important Update for Our US Customers - New Import Tariffs 🇺🇸
We want to inform you about a recent regulatory change that affects all goods imported into the USA.
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Effective August 29, 2025, the United States is removing the de minimis exemption for goods valued under $800. This means all goods entering the US, regardless of value, will now be subject to import tariffs. The tariff rate varies depending on the country of origin.​
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As our jewellery is handmade in the United Kingdom, orders shipped to the US are subject to the new 10% reciprocal tariff, along with an additional duty rate determined by the material of the jewellery.
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The current import duty rates applicable to our jewellery are:
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Silver jewellery: 15% total duty (10% reciprocal tariff + 5% material tariff)
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Gold jewellery: 15.5% total duty (10% reciprocal tariff + 5.5% material tariff)
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Stainless steel jewellery: 21% total duty (10% reciprocal tariff + 11% material tariff)
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Titanium jewellery: 21% total duty (10% reciprocal tariff + 11% material tariff)
To make this process as simple and transparent as possible, we use a Prepaid Duties and Delivery Paid (PDDP/DDP)service. This means:
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The applicable import duty will be automatically calculated and added to your order at checkout.
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We pay the required duties directly to the courier on your behalf.
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Your order will clear US customs without additional payment being required on delivery.
This means there are no unexpected customs charges or import fees to pay when your order arrives.
We remain committed to providing a straightforward and transparent shopping experience for our US customers. These charges are determined by US import regulations and are outside of our control, but we have implemented DDP shipping to make the process as smooth as possible.
We remain committed to transparency and customer satisfaction, and we appreciate your understanding as we adjust to these regulatory changes. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us.
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Thank you for your continued support,
Burnt-Ochre
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âš Please Note: Due to technical limitations with some express checkout methods (such as Apple Pay, PayPal, and Google Pay), the import duty may not appear as a separate tax line at checkout. This can make the final total seem inconsistent when using these options. Rest assured - the import duty is already included in the total amount you pay and will be remitted to U.S. Customs on your behalf.