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New duty on products from outside of EU drops online orders

Until July, payment of customs duty was only required for online purchases that cost more than 150 euros. One consignment typically contains several goods items," said senior customs officer Antti Hästbacka.

New duty on products from outside of EU drops online orders

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Until July, payment of customs duty was only required for online purchases that cost more than 150 euros.

One consignment typically contains several goods items," said senior customs officer Antti Hästbacka.

Compared with July 2025, the number of goods items declined by 76.3%.

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Until July, payment of customs duty was only required for online purchases that cost more than 150 euros. One consignment typically contains several goods items," said senior customs officer Antti Hästbacka. The number of consignments dropped only by about 20%.

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The number of consignments dropped only by about 20%. Compared with July 2025, the number of goods items declined by 76.3%. By contrast, the value of a goods item increased.

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