The European Union has begun imposing a €3 customs fee on low-value e-commerce imports from outside the bloc, effective July 1. The charge applies to imports valued below €150 and is a temporary measure until category-specific duties take over on July 1, 2028, when the new EU Customs Authority starts operations. Policymakers argue the previous duty exemption for goods under €150 was exploited by ultra-low-cost retailers, creating unfair competition and overwhelming customs. EU research found 60% of online purchases from outside the bloc failed to comply with EU regulations, with cosmetics and toys posing the greatest risks at 65% non-compliance each.
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