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European Union small parcel tax reduces Chinese imports by up to 40%

The European Union's implementation of a 3-euro flat tax on small parcels valued under 150 euros has led to a 30% to 40% decline in imports from China. The measure, which took effect on July 1, 2026, targets the business models of major Asian e-commerce platforms by applying the fee per product category within a shipment.

Major platforms have seen significant sales volume drops between June and July 2026: Temu experienced a 50% decrease, AliExpress a 37% drop, and Shein a 15% decline. Shein has reportedly mitigated some impact by planning a new warehouse in Poland to facilitate EU-based fulfillment.

The EU introduced these regulations to address unfair competition for European retailers and to mitigate safety risks. A 2025 study indicated that over 60% of inspected low-value products failed to meet EU safety or regulatory standards. In 2025, approximately 5.9 billion low-value items entered the EU market, averaging over 16 million parcels per day.

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AliExpress · European Union · Roland Lescure · Shein · Temu

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