EU Weighs Tariffs on Shein and Temu Amid Rule Breach Concerns

EU is considering punitive tariffs against Chinese Shein and Temu as a result of the investigation into low-price companies due to suspicions of breaches of the union's rules, reports The Guardian. The EU's Justice Commissioner says they are "shocked" by what the investigation has so far been able to clarify.

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EU Weighs Tariffs on Shein and Temu Amid Rule Breach Concerns
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The final results have not yet been presented, but so far evidence has been presented that, among other things, sunglasses without UV filters, pacifiers that pose a choking hazard and toxic substances in raincoats for children have been sold.

It's not just about protecting consumers, but it's also a very serious issue of equal terms for European companies, as they are expected to compete with sellers who do not follow our rules, says EU Justice Commissioner Michael McGrath to the newspaper.

According to McGrath, the EU is considering abolishing the duty-free limit of 150 euros and introducing additional fees for each package to deter low-cost purchases. In addition, they are considering introducing a common customs authority.

The EU and China will meet in Beijing on Friday. McGrath says that he then plans to raise the issue of Shein and Temu.

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