EU Imposes €3 Tariff on Low-Value Imports Starting in July
Starting July 1, the EU has officially abolished the tax exemption for low-value packages, implementing a €3 tariff on all packages valued under €150 imported from non-EU countries. This measure aims to combat undervaluation practices and balance competition between sellers inside and outside the EU.
What are the key facts?
- 1Effective date: July 1, 2026
- 2New regulation: €3 tariff per package
- 3Applicable to: Low-value packages under €150
What happened?
New EU regulations require a €3 tariff on imported packages valued under €150. This policy affects approximately 93% of cross-border e-commerce packages and requires sellers to provide more accurate HS codes and declaration data to avoid customs delays or fines. The new tariff policy will increase sellers' operational costs, so they need to carefully assess and adjust their pricing strategies to maintain an advantage in a competitive market.
What does this mean for cross-border sellers?
With rising costs in the EU market, sellers need to recalculate their pricing strategy and ensure the accuracy of customs documentation to comply with stricter regulations. Top priority: Review all upcoming packages this week to ensure the accuracy of declaration information.