Global E-Commerce Regulatory Crackdown: EU Duty, China Law Rewrite, Iowa AG Lawsuit, Liege Volume Impact
Key Questions
What new duty has the EU imposed on low-value imports?
The EU introduced a 3-euro duty on small parcels from platforms like Temu and Shein, ending the de minimis exemption. Freighter capacity from China and Hong Kong dropped 19% shortly after the announcement.
How is the new EU charge affecting Liege Airport volumes?
Liege reported an 11.3% increase in cargo volume for the first half of the year, but the charge is expected to reduce future volumes and push more shipments to sea or local fulfillment.
What actions is China taking regarding its e-commerce regulations?
China is rewriting its domestic e-commerce laws to tighten rules while creating legal protections for its companies operating abroad. This coincides with lawsuits like Iowa's against Temu for data practices.
The EU has introduced a 3-euro duty on small parcels from platforms like Temu and Shein, removing the de minimis exemption for low-value imports. Freighter capacity from China/HK dropped 19% in 48 hours, with a potential €2 processing fee in November. Liege Airport H1 volume up 11.3% but EU charge threatens near-term volumes, driving modal shift to sea and local fulfillment. China is rewriting its e-commerce law to tighten domestic rules while building legal shields for Chinese companies abroad. Iowa AG has sued Temu over deceptive data practices. These moves signal a global trend toward tighter e-commerce regulation impacting dropshippers and cross-border sellers.