EU rules
EU rules we check.
Buying from outside the EU means EU rules apply to your product. We check them before you order.
- Duties
Anti-dumping duties
Some products from China carry extra duties (e.g. ceramic tiles, hardwood plywood, ceramic tableware). We check every product before quoting.
- Since 13 Dec 2024
Product safety (GPSR)
Consumer products need an EU-based responsible operator and technical documentation (since 13 December 2024).
- Since 6 Aug 2026
Formaldehyde limit (REACH)
Furniture and wood-based products must meet a stricter emission limit since 6 August 2026.
- From 30 Dec 2026
Deforestation regulation (EUDR)
Wood, paper and other covered products need due diligence from 30 December 2026.
- Since 1 Jan 2026
Carbon border tax (CBAM)
Applies to importers of more than 50 tonnes a year of steel, aluminium and similar goods (since 1 January 2026).
- Customs
Customs reform
Low-value parcels now pay a flat duty per item; consolidated B2B orders avoid this.
Last reviewed: October 27, 2026. General information, not legal advice.
Not sure which rules apply to your product?
We check them as part of every price check.