- The EU will abolish the customs duty exemption for consignments worth less than EUR150.
- Customs duties on low-value consignments will be introduced alongside the launch of the EU customs data hub, expected in 2028.
- The new system aims to address undervaluation of small parcels and environmental concerns caused by shipment splitting.
- 91% of e-commerce shipments under EUR150 entering the EU in 2024 came from China.
- The EU Council is seeking a temporary solution to levy customs duties on low-value consignments sooner, aiming for a deal next year.
Source: answerconnect.cch.com
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