EU finance ministers agreed in Brussels to abolish the duty-free limit of EUR 150. A technical solution is to be provided as early as 2026 to introduce a fee on low-value parcels.
By Janos Allenbach-Ammann
Around 91% of all small shipments under EUR 150 originate in China. On Thursday, EU finance ministers plan to agree on a common position on customs reform. In addition to abolishing the “de minimis” threshold, they are also in favor of introducing a processing fee for parcel shipments.
By Janos Allenbach-Ammann
The French antitrust authority has slapped the online fashion retailer Shein with a €40 million fine. The accusation: customers were deceived with false discounts and misled by controversial environmental claims.
By Amelie Richter
Die französische Wettbewerbsbehörde hat den Online-Modehändler Shein mit 40 Millionen Euro Strafe belegt. Der Vorwurf: Kunden wurden mit falschen Rabatten getäuscht und durch umstrittene Umweltaussagen in die Irre geführt.
By Amelie Richter
TikTok Shop has been live in Germany since March, but it has not yet taken off – although the first brands are achieving considerable success. Experts see strategic potential behind the concept, which has the power to change the industry.
By Amelie Richter
On Friday, EU finance ministers will discuss the reform of the customs union. The Polish Council presidency is aiming to secure an agreement next week.
By Marc Winkelmann
On Friday, the EU finance ministers will discuss the reform of the customs union. The Polish Council Presidency hopes to reach an agreement in the coming week.
By Amelie Richter
France is toughening its stance against cheap fashion from China: The Senate has passed a bill explicitly aimed at suppliers such as Shein and Temu. It provides for advertising bans, sanctions for influencers and environmental levies.
By Amelie Richter
Despite Temu's international success, Pinduoduo struggles with weak demand in its domestic market. The group's quarterly profit fell by almost half. Reasons include the ongoing real estate crisis and recent US tariffs.
By Fabian Peltsch
The online retailer Shein is accused of breaching European consumer law with fake discounts and deceptive product labels. The Commission has given the company one month to respond. This is a new accusation by the Commission against Asian online retailers.
By Marion Bergermann
