EU implements €3 customs charge on small parcels to protect local retailers
The EU implemented a €3 customs charge on small parcels worth under €150, effective Wednesday, to address rising imports from China. This move follows a surge in low-value parcels, climbing from 1.3 billion in 2022 to a projected 5.9 billion by 2025, with 90% originating from China. Officials aim to protect local retailers and improve consumer safety standards.
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Published 29 Jun 2026, 11:28 UTC · Updated 29 Jun 2026, 11:50 UTC
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