EU to Abolish Duty-Free Allowance for Imports Under €150
The European Union has announced that starting July 1, 2026, it will eliminate the tax exemption policy for imported goods valued below €150. This move will significantly increase customs costs and logistics complexities for cross-border e-commerce sellers.
What are the key facts?
- 1Policy: Abolish duty-free allowance for imports under €150
- 2Effective Date: July 1, 2026
- 3Impact: Increased logistics and customs costs
What happened?
The European Commission confirmed that, beginning July 1, 2026, it will abolish the existing tax exemption policy (de minimis) for imports valued below €150. This means that all goods entering the EU will be subject to customs duties, which will have a profound impact on cross-border sellers relying on small parcel direct mail models, making logistics and customs processes more stringent.
What does this mean for cross-border sellers?
This policy will directly raise the costs of goods entering the EU market; sellers need to adjust their pricing strategies in advance and optimize overseas warehouse placements to tackle customs challenges.