EU Imposes €3 Tariff on Cross-Border Small Package Imports
Starting July 1, 2026, the EU will remove the tax exemption for low-value imports under €150, imposing a €3 tariff on every type of goods for all cross-border packages entering the EU, aimed at balancing trade and regulating market competition.
What are the key facts?
- 1EU
- 2€3 tariff
- 3Effective date: July 1, 2026
What happened?
The European Commission has announced new regulations eliminating the previous exemption for low-value imports. All packages entering the EU now must pay customs duties and VAT, with an additional €3 tariff per product type to address trade imbalance and compliance issues.
What does this mean for cross-border sellers?
The new regulations will increase export costs, requiring sellers to review existing pricing strategies and profit calculations. Failure to update product customs declarations and classifications may lead to competitive disadvantages and impact market share. Highest priority action: Immediately update product customs information in accordance with the new regulations to ensure compliance.