From 2028, marketplaces and e-commerce platforms will assume greater responsibility for the products they distribute within the European Union.
Increased responsibility of marketplaces and e-commerce platforms
Marketplaces and e-commerce platforms will become official importers of the products they make available on the European market. This means :
- Complete handling of customs obligations relating to imports.
- Guaranteed payment of duties and taxes during the import process.
- Product compliance with environmental, safety and ethical standards.
Duty-free for parcels under €150
Duty-free treatment for parcels worth less than €150 will be abolished. As a result, customs duty will now apply, regardless of the value of the goods imported.
However, to facilitate procedures, low-value goods will be grouped into four categories, replacing the current system of thousands of separate categories.
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Source: European Commission
