# Navigating US Customs: Using Section 321 to Lower Your Fabric Sample Import Costs
For North American fashion brands and designers, international shipping for swatches can quickly inflate development budgets. At **Yunfan Textile**, we help our US-based partners utilize the **Section 321 De Minimis** entry to streamline their sourcing.
## 1. What is Section 321?
This US Customs regulation allows for the duty-free import of shipments valued at **$800 or less** per person, per day.
* **The Sourcing Benefit**: By splitting your large development requests into daily shipments of sample kits, we can often bypass all import duties, significantly lowering your total prototyping cost.
## 2. Paperwork Accuracy
To utilize this, the Commercial Invoice must clearly state "Fabric Samples - Not for Resale." We provide pre-vetted documentation for all US-bound courier shipments via FedEx and DHL.
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Related Sourcing Note
For North American fashion brands, the logistics of international shipping for swatches can quickly inflate development budgets. At Yunfan Textile, we help our US-based partners utilize the Section 321 De Minimis entry to lower prototyping costs. This regulation allows for the duty-free import of shipments valued at $800 or less, which we manage by splitting large development requests into compliant daily shipments. Our logistics team provides pre-vetted Commercial Invoices for all [Sequin Fabric Swatch Kits](https://www.yunfantextile.com/product-category/sequin-fabric/) and [Embroidery Samples](https://www.yunfantextile.com/product-category/embroidery-fabric/) to ensure seamless transit via FedEx and DHL. By partnering with a Keqiao manufacturer that understands US customs nuances, you reduce supply chain friction and improve your bottom line. Request Free Swatches today to experience our duty-free sample service or order through Alibaba Trade Assurance for global delivery protection. Secure your US-bound trade operations with our expert logistics support.
