Why Is the EU Targeting Low-Value Imports?

Why?

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July 1, 2026 6 min

Overview

New customs duties take effect today: every parcel entering the European Union will face a fee of at least €3, regardless of value. Previously, shipments worth under €150 were exempt. The move responds to millions of parcels arriving daily, many from China, with some products failing to meet EU standards or posing safety risks.

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