US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has released a notice detailing plans to increase Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act fees by 38.322% to reflect inflation. Importers will see an increase in their US Customs use fees – minimum and maximum Merchandise Processing Fees (MPF) – effective October 1, 2026.
Below are examples of the current fees and what the adjusted fees will be.
| Current | Effective Oct 1 | |
| Minimum Merchandise Processing Fee | $33.58 | $34.58 |
| Maximum Merchandise Processing Fee | $651.50 | $670.86 |
| Informal Entry or Release | $2.69 | $2.77 |
The Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF) ad valorem rate of 0.3464% will not change.
For further assistance and questions on increased fees, reach out to Mohawk Global Trade Advisors.