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EU Investigates Shein, Temu Over Hazardous Product Violations

7/21/2025

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The EU is probing Shein and Temu for safety violations, highlighting concerns over hazardous products.
Identified dangerous items include baby soothers, toxic raincoats, and cosmetics with banned chemicals.
Daily, over 12 million low-value parcels enter the EU, negatively impacting local businesses.
The EU is considering eliminating the €150 duty-free threshold and introducing handling fees to strengthen customs checks.

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Story summary

The EU is probing Shein and Temu for safety violations, highlighting concerns over hazardous products.
Identified dangerous items include baby soothers, toxic raincoats, and cosmetics with banned chemicals.
Daily, over 12 million low-value parcels enter the EU, negatively impacting local businesses.
The EU is considering eliminating the €150 duty-free threshold and introducing handling fees to strengthen customs checks.