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International shipping and trade developments that are useful to know but do not belong to one destination guide.

Proposed, not yet in forceEuropean Union

Customs reformNews

EU ecommerce handling fee moves closer, but the rate is not yet known

The Council has published its first-reading position on the new Union Customs Code. A handling fee for distance-sale imports is included, but it is not being charged yet and the amount remains unset.

Published 26 Aug 2026Checked 26 Aug 2026

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Awareness onlyEuropean Union

CBAMNews

EU publishes new guidance on verifying CBAM emissions

The European Commission has explained how CBAM emissions information will be independently verified. For most UK e-commerce businesses, no general action is required.

Effective or current position1 September 2026

Published 24 Aug 2026Checked 24 Aug 2026

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SupersededUnited States

Tariffs & originNews

US pauses planned 50% tariffs on Canadian goods

The United States temporarily paused planned 50% tariffs on selected Canadian goods for three days. This update has been superseded by the later in-force notice dated 22 August 2026.

Published 19 Aug 2026Checked 28 Aug 2026

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