A new levy on non-EU parcels from this Sunday
Summary
Katrina Redmond discusses the new €2 EU customs handling fee, explaining that consumers will effectively pay it through higher delivery or product costs. The segment details how this levy, combined with the existing €3 tariff, increases costs for low-value packages from non-EU retailers like Shein and Temu. Redmond notes the policy aims to improve product safety and encourage EU-based manufacturing, while warning that even parcels from family members abroad may now incur these fees.
Topics discussed
Show introduction and guest introduction
Clarifying the new €2 EU customs handling fee
How the fee impacts consumers and parallels US tariffs
EU intentions to curb low-value imports
Total cost increase per package for consumers
Scope of the levy: under €150 parcels and major retailers
Impact on UK orders and family parcels
Benefits: EU manufacturing jobs and product safety
Closing remarks and listener contact details
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