EU Commission Considers Levy for Temu Packages

According to Anna Cavazzini, the chairwoman of the Internal Market Committee in the EU Parliament, e-commerce giants like Temu and Shein are particularly affected by the fee. The Green politician explained that the phenomenon of single packages with very low value is new and is constantly growing due to extremely cheap marketplaces like Shein and Temu. The European system for customs and market surveillance was never designed for this.

Chamber of Commerce sees "sensible approach" in fee for Temu packages

Temu is an online marketplace - a portal where numerous companies sell various goods. The Chinese company has been active in Germany since spring 2023 and repeatedly attracts attention with mini prices and high discounts. Products are often delivered directly from the manufacturer to the customer.

The fashion company Shein, founded in China and now based in Singapore, is both a manufacturer, retailer, and marketplace. As a direct provider, it can quickly respond to fashion trends according to trade experts. Since Shein ships its products worldwide and there are no stores and hardly any inventory, Shein can keep its prices extremely low.

The Chamber of Commerce (WKÖ) described such a fee in a release as a "sensible approach." "We are therefore pleased that the Commission is following our demands and finally wants to take targeted measures," said WKÖ industry representative Martin Sonntag. The Trade Association also sees the measure as addressing one of its demands. "The message has reached the highest level, which is positive," says Trade Association Managing Director Rainer Will according to the release.

(APA/Red)

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