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France to Tax Small Chinese Parcels Starting Next Year

5/1/2025

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France is set to introduce a handling tax on small parcels from China next year, as revealed by Minister Amélie de Montchalin. This tax, just a few euros per parcel, will help fund inspections and is part of a broader EU strategy to eliminate customs duty exemptions for parcels under €150 by 2028, tackling the surge of imports from platforms like Shein and Temu.

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France is set to introduce a handling tax on small parcels from China next year, as revealed by Minister Amélie de Montchalin. This tax, just a few euros per parcel, will help fund inspections and is part of a broader EU strategy to eliminate customs duty exemptions for parcels under €150 by 2028, tackling the surge of imports from platforms like Shein and Temu.