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4mo ago

EU Proposes €2 Fee on Low-Value Imports to Address Customs Costs

The European Commission's draft plan targets billions of small parcels, primarily from China, with revenue allocated to customs operations and the EU budget.

Internationale Versandhändler sind stark von der neuen EU-Paketgebühr betroffen. Schnäppchen aus China könnten bald weniger attraktiv sein.
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Overview

  • The European Commission has proposed a flat €2 fee for direct-to-consumer shipments and €0.50 for parcels sent to warehouses within the EU.
  • This measure aims to alleviate the strain on customs caused by over 4.6 billion low-value parcels imported in 2024, 90% of which originated from China.
  • The collected revenue will partly fund customs operations, with the remainder contributing to the EU budget amid growing financial pressures.
  • E-commerce platforms like Temu and Shein, which rely on low-cost direct shipping from China, are expected to face significant operational impacts.
  • The proposal is pending approval by EU member states and the European Parliament, with further reforms to customs rules under discussion.