Chinese Parcels: French Administration Contemplates Imposing Management Fees on Platforms Equating to Several Euros
France Takes Aim at Cheap Chinese Imports: A New Crusade
In the wake of Trump's trade conflict, France is taking swift action. On Tuesday, April 28, France announced plans to propose at the European level a radical solution – flat management fees – for importers and platforms selling cheap products from China. Targeted platforms include Shein, Temu, and Alibaba.
Alarm bells are ringing; an estimated 800 million small items land on French soil annually, with a massive 91% hailing from China. These imports often carry dubious safety standards, highlighted by the fact that 94% of products inspected by customs officers fail to comply with regulations, with 66% failing the safety test.
Chief Economy Minister, Eric Lombard, issued a stern warning:
Amidst concerns about absorption capacity, France is acting fast. With the long-term plan of a customs union, aimed at abolishing the exemption of customs duties on parcels valued under €150 at the European Union level in 2028, France is pushing to negotiate with neighboring countries like Germany and the Netherlands to implement this contributor scheme from importers and platforms preemptively.
Explaining their stance, Amélie de Montchalin, the Minister in charge of Public Accounts, stated:
She adds, "The goal is to move fast."
Amidst the global trade turbulence – with the U.S. ramping up tariffs on Chinese goods and the EU embroiled in trade disputes – little is said about France's proposal or related negotiations. To stay updated on this developing situation call for official announcements or consult relevant trade organizations.
- The French government is planning to propose flat management fees for importers and platforms selling cheap products from China at the European level.
- Amélie de Montchalin, the Minister in charge of Public Accounts, stated that France is proposing a European coalition to ensure that items entering the European market do not endanger European security, economy, and public finances.
- Eric Lombard, the Chief Economy Minister, issued a warning to consumers to choose products that respect ethics, the planet, and public finances.
- France is pushing to negotiate with neighboring countries like Germany and the Netherlands to implement a contributor scheme from importers and platforms preemptively.
- The U.S. is ramping up tariffs on Chinese goods and the EU is embroiled in trade disputes, but little is said about France's proposal or related negotiations.
