Will Japan Follow Trump’s Lead and Tax Imports From China’s Shein, Temu?

The European Commission will propose a fixed rate of two euros on low-value orders entering the EU. The value can be reduced to 50 cents in the case of items sent to storage.

Will Japan follow Trump’s lead and tax imports from China’s Shein, Temu?

The US president’s move to revoke the tax exemption for small parcels from China has spurred other governments to do likewise.

Japan Mulls Taxing Small Parcels as Shein, Temu Expand

Japan is mulling a review of tax exemptions for small parcels including those shipped from China, joining a slew of governments stepping up scrutiny over a duty-free channel used by Shein and PDD Holdings Inc’s Temu.

Duty-Free Shakeup: Japan's Tax Crackdown Puts Affiliate Profits at Risk

Japan is considering significant changes to its tax exemption scheme for small-value parcels, a move that could substantially impact cross-border e-commerce operations. While Finance Minister Katsunobu Katō has stated that no formal decision has been made, he confirmed the government will continue to study the issue, taking into account factors including the competitive landscape for domestic businesses. The proposed policy adjustment would tigh…

A new parcel tax proposal?

Online shopping is often a lifeline for many expats in Japan, especially when it comes to affordable fashion and household items from platforms like Shein and Temu. While fast fashion absolutely has its detriments, for some expats it's one of the few ways to find clothing that fits and is reasonably priced. However, the days of tax-free deals may soon be over, with the Japanese government currently considering changes to its small parcel tax exe…

Japan mulls taxing small parcels as Shein, Temu expand

Japan is mulling a review of tax exemptions for small parcels including those shipped from China, joining a slew of governments stepping up scrutiny over a duty-free channel used by Shein and PDD Holdings’ Temu.