EU to Abolish Import Duty Exemption for Goods Below €150
The EU announced that it will abolish the tariff exemption for low-value imports below €150 from July 1, 2026. The move will have a significant impact on cross-border logistics and ecommerce sellers’ pricing strategies.
What are the key facts?
- 1Effective date: July 1, 2026
- 2Policy change: Tariff exemption for imports below €150 abolished
What happened?
The EU announced new customs rules that would eliminate the tariff exemption for small-value imports below €150 from July 1, 2026. The change is intended to strengthen oversight of imported goods and increase taxation of low-value shipments. Cross-border ecommerce sellers and logistics industry participants will need to assess the change carefully in response to potentially higher logistics and tariff costs. Implementation could significantly affect pricing strategies and market competition in cross-border ecommerce.
What does this mean for cross-border sellers?
Tariff costs are expected to rise significantly. Recalculate profit models for European storefronts and consider adjusting prices or logistics arrangements.