
e-commerce
The End of Ultra-Cheap Shipping? The EU Introduces a 3-Euro Fee, Hits Temu and Shein
Ultra-cheap purchases from China may no longer be as profitable as they used to be. The EU has announced a flat fee of €3 for small parcels, which will undermine the sales models of platforms like Temu and Shein. In this article, we explain the change, when it will take effect, the potential implications for consumers and logistics, and where Polish online stores can gain an advantage through local availability, faster delivery, and greater trust.