EU Reform 2026: Changes for e-commerce and small consignments
Planned changes to small shipments and import processes make complete product data, HS codes and digital customs processes even more important.
Classifying EU reformCustoms News & Updates
Customs News: Changes, deadlines and regulations in international shipping
New import regulations, amended customs procedures, and additional documentation requirements can directly impact international shipments. Here, we compile current customs announcements, important changes, and past developments – with clear explanations and further customs information.
- current customs changes and new regulations
- USA, UK, Switzerland, Türkiye and other markets
- DDP, DAP and import duties
- ABD, MRN, HS codes and customs documents
- Older customs declarations clearly arranged in the archive
- Practical links to customs guides and shipping solutions
Currently important
These customs issues are something international shippers should keep in mind.
Not every message has the same urgency. This section contains topics that can directly impact international shipping, import, or e-commerce processes.
USA: De minimis rule change for low-value shipments
Companies should consider customs tariff numbers, goods values and landed costs for shipments to the USA early and in a structured manner.
Read the USA updateNew customs regulations for shipments to Turkey
Stricter requirements apply to certain product groups and simplified import procedures. The product range and shipping route should be checked in advance.
Read the Turkey updateCustoms declarations
News about customs, imports and international shipping
EU Reform 2026
Classification of changes regarding small shipments, product data, customs obligations and digitized import processes.
Open postUS imports and de minimis
Why correct HS codes, goods values and import costs have become more important for low-value shipments.
Open postShipping to Great Britain since Brexit
Customs documents, value limits, product specifications and DDP/DAP are part of the shipping process to Great Britain.
Read the UK customs guideCustoms regulations in Turkey
New regulations for selected goods and simplified import procedures may affect shipping routes and customs clearance.
Open postBy country
Customs information for key shipping markets
Current news explains changes. Our country pages also compile shipping costs, DDP/DAP, documents, and basic import information.
USADe minimis, HS codes, DDP and import requirements.
US Customs Information →Great BritainBrexit, import costs, documents and DDP.
UK Customs Information →SwitzerlandCustoms clearance, import duties and shipping.
Swiss customs information →220+ countriesShipping and customs information for international markets.
All countries →Customs knowledge
Basics for export, import and customs clearance
News reports on changes. The customs guide explains how the process works in principle – from the customs tariff number to the returned goods.
Product classification
Determine customs tariff number
Understand HS code, CN, TARIC and the correct commodity code for import and export.
ExportABD & MRN
When an export declaration is required and what data is needed for export.
DocumentsCommercial invoice or pro forma?
Which document is appropriate for the process and what customs information is required.
ReturnsReturned goods from third countries
Declare returns correctly and avoid unnecessary double import charges.
E-commerceImport duties at checkout
Calculate shipping costs, customs duties and import taxes more transparently before purchase.
ServiceOutsource customs clearance
Combining documents, import duties, DDP/DAP, labels and tracking in one process.
Customs archive
Collect older customs declarations and developments in a traceable manner
The archive retains older posts for research and internal linking. Where rules have changed, the historical post should reference the current version.
2026
EU customs reform and more digital import processes
Focus on small shipments, complete product data and more automated customs processes.
View EU Reform 2026 →2025
USA: Change to the de minimis rule
A major turning point for companies with low-value shipments to the USA.
View US report →2025
Türkiye: stricter import rules for selected goods
Changes to simplified customs procedures show how quickly country requirements can change.
View Turkey report →Brexit
Great Britain becomes a third country
Commercial invoices, customs information and import costs have since been part of the shipping process to Great Britain.
View Brexit shipping guide →Using news correctly
From customs declaration to concrete shipping decision
A regulatory notification initially answers the following questions: What has changed? For each specific shipment, the type of goods, HS code, value of goods, origin, destination country, carrier and delivery conditions must be considered together.
Therefore, we specifically link customs news to country pages, customs guides, DDP/DAP information and operational customs processing.
- Understanding change
- Check affected goods and countries
- Check HS code and product data
- Set DDP or DAP
- Prepare documents and shipping service
Frequently asked questions
FAQ about customs news and current customs changes
How up-to-date is the customs information on this page?
Current news items are editorially categorized. For older articles, please check whether the described information is still valid or has been superseded.
Why do older customs declarations remain in the archive?
Older posts help to understand developments and transitional rules. They should be clearly categorized as historical or changed status.
Where can I find general information about customs clearance?
For basic information, this page links to customs clearance, HS codes, ABD/MRN, commercial invoices, returned goods and import duties.
What data is particularly important under new customs regulations?
Often, the product description, customs tariff number, product value, country of origin, quantity, weight, and destination country are crucial.
What is the difference between customs news and a customs guide?
Customs News explains time-related changes. The Customs Guide covers permanently relevant basics and practical procedures.
Where can I find customs information for a specific country?
The country overview will take you to target pages for markets such as the USA, Great Britain and Switzerland.
Can Paket International handle DDP and import duties?
Depending on the shipping situation, import duties can be calculated and DDP or DAP processes can be integrated into the shipping process.
Does Zoll News constitute binding legal advice?
No. The content is for informational and contextual purposes. In critical individual cases, the relevant authorities or specialized advisors should also be consulted.
Customs not just reading – automating
Shipping, customs, import duties and documents all in one process
New customs rules become easier to manage when product data, carrier selection, DDP/DAP, documents and tracking are not in separate systems.
- Automatically create customs documents
- DDP and DAP control
- Calculate import duties
- Compare carriers and transit times
- Connect shop, ERP or WMS
- Manage tracking centrally