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EU customs fee causes sharp drop in Chinese e-commerce imports
The European Union's introduction of a 3-euro customs fee on small packages from outside the bloc has significantly impacted major Chinese e-commerce platforms. The new regulation, part of a broader customs reform aimed at creating fairer market conditions and increasing product security, applies to shipments valued up to 150 euros.
Data indicates a sharp decline in imports, with total shipments decreasing by 30% to 40%. Specifically, Temu reported a 50% drop in sales, while AliExpress saw a 37% decrease. Shein experienced a relatively smaller decline of 15%, a trend potentially influenced by its strategic decision to open a large warehouse in Poland to mitigate tax and customs obligations.
French customs data confirms the substantial reduction in small package imports, reflecting how stricter regulations are directly altering consumer habits and limiting the market dominance of foreign platforms.
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AliExpress · European Union · Roland Lescure · Shein · Temu
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Temu sales plummeted by 50%. www.poslovni.hr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The new fee is part of a broader reform of the EU customs system to level the playing field. www.poslovni.hr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] French customs data confirms a significant decrease in the volume of imported small packages. www.poslovni.hr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The European Union introduced a fixed 3-euro customs fee on small packages from outside the EU. www.poslovni.hr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] AliExpress sales dropped by 37%. www.poslovni.hr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Shein sales fell by 15%. www.poslovni.hr
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Imports of shipments valued under 150 euros have decreased by 30% to 40%. www.poslovni.hr