EU Proposes €2 Fee on Small Parcel Deliveries Targeting Chinese E-commerce Giants

Wed Jul 09 2025 16:33:29 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
EU Proposes €2 Fee on Small Parcel Deliveries Targeting Chinese E-commerce Giants

The European Union moves to impose a flat two-euro fee on small parcels, primarily affecting imports from China, causing potential challenges for popular e-commerce platforms like Shein and Temu.


The EU's proposed two-euro fee on all small parcels entering the bloc reflects concerns over customs workloads and safety regulations, with a significant impact expected on Chinese online retailers.



The European Union (EU) has unveiled a proposal aimed at significantly altering the landscape of international e-commerce—specifically targeting small parcel deliveries from non-EU countries, primarily China. Under the new plan, a flat fee of two euros will be imposed on packages valued under 150 euros, which have previously been exempt from customs duties. This initiative primarily aims to hold Chinese e-commerce giants such as Temu and Shein accountable for their transactions within the EU.

According to EU Trade Commissioner Maros Sefcovic, the introduction of this fee is necessitated by the overwhelming influx of parcels, which totaled approximately 4.6 billion last year, with over 90% originating from China. Sefcovic has highlighted the burden this places on EU customs staff and the potential risks of inadequate safety checks on imported goods. The proposed tax is viewed as not just a measure of cost compensation, but also as a way to contribute additional revenue to the EU's financial budget.

Under the proposal, only packages sent directly to consumers will incur the €2 fee, while those directed to warehouses will be subject to a lower levy of 0.50 euros. This stance aligns the EU's trade policy with the U.S., which has also imposed tariffs on Chinese goods, including a $100 fee for small packages, thereby reflecting a global trend toward more stringent regulation of cross-border e-commerce.

Retailers within Europe have long argued that unfair competition arises from international online platforms that do not adhere to the strict regulatory frameworks established by the EU for product safety and standards. Platforms like Shein and Temu, which boast millions of users across Europe—92 million and 130 million respectively—have committed to comply with European standards. However, critics remain concerned about the potential impact on local businesses amid fears that an influx of cheap goods could disrupt the market.

The EU's decision to consider tariff structures comes against a backdrop of evolving trade policies. Investigations into the implications of Chinese companies flooding the market with low-cost alternatives have intensified in recent years, promoting discussions around fair competition and regulatory compliance within the bloc.

As the proposal awaits further examination and possible implementation, stakeholders from various factions—including policymakers, retailers, and consumers—will engage to assess its broader implications for international trade relations and local market dynamics.

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