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, which previously allowed goods valued under USD 800 to enter duty-free. Now, 

all shipments with commercial value are subject to duties and taxes

For shippers in Singapore, this regulatory shift has two big consequences:

Standard postal lanes for commercial items have been suspended.

Only premium or specially designed services can be used for parcels with commercial value bound for the US.

SingPost introduced updates to its Speedpost services

JustShip rolled out new shipping options tailored for US shipments

. This blog compares both providers side by side, so you can decide which option best fits your needs.

SingPost’s Updated USA Shipping Services

:Available to both retail and corporate customers, this service delivers in 

. Liability coverage is slightly higher (

). Unlike Direct, Express usually operates on a 

 basis, meaning the recipient pays duties and taxes unless special arrangements are made.

 uses flat-rate pricing with SingPost-provided packaging (envelope or box). Shipments are capped at 

 model, so duties and taxes are prepaid at the counter. Predictable for recipients, but restrictive for senders.

 is more flexible, allowing parcels up to 

 (longest side ≤76 cm), with duties billed to an account under DDP. However, liability is capped at just 

, limiting protection for valuable goods.

JustShip created two distinct tiers to give shippers options for cost, speed, and compliance.

For US shipments, duties and taxes cannot be prepaid

 — they are determined by US customs and billed to the recipient (

, making this best for urgent or higher-value items where speed and protection are key.

: The most economical service, with delivery in 

, ensuring duties are prepaid and recipients avoid surprise charges. Best for low-value goods where predictability matters more than speed. Here’s 

how to meet KYC and prove Country of Origin for US-bound shipments.

Speedpost Direct International vs JustShip Standard

 is the simplest option if your parcel is ≤2 kg and ≤USD 100. Duties are prepaid, so recipients don’t face surprise charges.

 offers faster delivery and allows optional insurance up to USD 10,000. The trade-off: 

duties cannot be prepaid for US shipments

, so recipients must pay US customs charges.

Speedpost Direct International (Corporate)

 may suit SMEs that prefer a traditional account setup with DDP billed directly, but liability is capped at just S$100 per shipment.

JustShip’s services are designed for e-commerce sellers

 for urgent or high-value shipments, offering DDU or DDP flexibility.

 for budget lightweight shipments, with DDP included by default to protect customer experience.

 to avoid customs delays. To make this easier, 

JustShip offers AI-powered HS code suggestions

, helping you classify your goods accurately and reduce the risk of customs issues. If you’re unsure how to prepare these, check out our guide: 

How to Prove Country of Origin and Meet KYC for DDP Shipping to USA (2025 Update)

Decide upfront whether duties should be handled under 

, and set clear expectations with your recipient.

Speedpost Direct International requires SingPost-provided packaging

Consider insurance for valuable items: SingPost has low liability caps, while JustShip Express covers up to 

 — shipping, duties, taxes, and surcharges — not just the base rate.

Duties and taxes now apply to every commercial shipment

 a key factor in choosing the right service.

 works for small, low-value gifts, while 

 is the better choice for urgent or high-value parcels thanks to faster transit and stronger insurance, even though duties must be paid by the recipient.

 offers account-based DDP billing, but its limited liability makes it less protective. 

JustShip’s tiered system is designed for e-commerce

, offering Express for urgent shipments and Standard for budget parcels with prepaid duties included.

The right choice depends on your shipment’s 

size, value, urgency, and who should handle duties and taxes

. By comparing carefully and planning ahead, you can ship to the US with confidence under the new rules.

Compare SingPost and JustShip’s USA shipping options after the de minimis rule change. See rates, delivery times, and DDP vs DDU compliance details.

SingPost vs JustShip: USA Shipping After the De Minimis Rule Change

Since 29 Aug 2025, all shipments entering the U.S. face customs duties and taxes, regardless of value.

While many shipping providers have had to raise prices or pause services, we’ve focused on keeping your shipping experience smooth. Over the past few weeks, we’ve rolled out key enhancements for you: full duties calculation based on HS code and country of origin, and complete landed cost payment upfront. No surprise fees, ever!

As part of our continued efforts to improve your experience, here are this month’s updates to our services.

You'll now have three shipping options: Express, Standard and Postal.

Our partners removed the DDU (duties delivered unpaid) option for Select Shipping, with DDP handling at SGD 10 compared to SGD 3.40 for Standard Shipping.

As demand shifted towards Standard Shipping, we decided to phase out Select Shipping altogether to focus on improving Standard Shipping and the services you rely on most.

Sellers are winning with fewer surprises and faster deliveries.

Upfront landed costs — no surprise fees at the door. Many sellers switch to us after getting stung elsewhere.

Lower customs fees — vs. “cheap shipping” offers that shift costs to duties/taxes.

Reliable delivery — 92% delivered in ≤15 working days since 29 Aug–9 Oct 2025; 8% were held by customs amidst market-wide volatility. And we’re improving fast.

Handling fee increases by from SGD 2.50 to SGD 3.40 (

) BUT shipping fee also goes down for many weight breaks

Peak surcharge in Q4 for all shipping providers, also a pure pass-through of costs

Remote charge implemented, it should not affect ~80% shipments

Express Asia & Australia even more competitive

Premium 2-day delivery at great rates to whole of Asia and Australia

For smoothest customs + fastest clearance, target buyers in:

Get a quote directly in your dashboard to see your rates!

Discover new Standard and Express Shipping rates for sellers on JustShip, including landed costs, surcharges, and improved Asia delivery. Learn more or contact us today.

JustShip October 2025 Seller Shipping Updates – Standard & Express Changes

October 2025 Shipping Updates for Sellers – New JustShip Standard (USA) & Express Rates (Asia & Australia)

 is one of JustShip’s most popular services: we handle hundreds of parcels destined for the land down under. We’ve delivered all sorts of items in the past, including boomerangs (thankfully they did not get returned to the sender), 


The most popular parcel destinations in Australia are Melbourne, Sydney and Perth. There are some sea freight options which can take 3-4 months, though for 

fast shipping from Singapore to Australia

, air delivery is the way to go. JustShip partners with FedEx International Priority Shipping, so your items take just 2-5 days to be delivered! Talk about 

quick shipping from Singapore to Australia

: JustShip is the fastest out there. Other couriers, such as Singpost, can take up to 10 days for their express service.


Apart from the usual list of prohibited items (narcotics, weapons, culturally sensitive material) some unique items that are prohibited for shipments to Australia include glazed ceramics, laser pointers and electronic fly swatters. Have a quick look at the Australian Border Force’s 

 of prohibited items before sending your parcel out.

 is using JustShip. Our rates start from just $43.90 per parcel, including free next-day doorstep pickups. Consider us the next time you need 

Looking to ship a parcel from Singapore to Australia? Here's what you should know.

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