What is the merchandise processing fee for an informal automated entry?

The merchandise processing fee for an informal automated entry is set at $2. This fee applies to informal entries, which typically involve shipments valued at $2,500 or less. The fee is designed to cover the costs associated with processing customs entries, and its amount is established by U.S. Customs and Border Protection regulations. The specific fee structure reflects the aim to manage the administrative expenses of customs processing without imposing excessive costs on importers with lower value shipments. This makes the $2 fee both a practical and efficient approach for managing informal entries in the customs process.