The European Commission is set to introduce a €2 handling fee on online parcels entering the EU, primarily targeting low-value items from China. This initiative is designed to bolster customs processing and enforce compliance with EU safety standards, especially for goods like toys and electronics. Additionally, the possibility of abolishing the €150 duty-free threshold for imports is being discussed. The new fee will be borne by online retailers, rather than consumers, as part of a broader effort to ensure e-commerce platforms contribute to customs systems that facilitate their operations.
With 4.6 billion packages, you can't really have proper controls. To introduce them costs money, and therefore we need a system that is fair and sustainable.
The proposed €2 handling fee aims to support customs authorities in processing goods and improving border checks, ensuring compliance with EU safety standards.
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