Your guide to the EU market's import rules and taxes
The European Union (EU) is the world's largest single market and the EU Trade Helpdesk is your one-stop-shop to access it. The EU is committed to helping exporters like you in its trade partner countries with the information you need to:
- Make the most of the trade agreements we have put in place;
- Bring your products onto the EU market.
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The European market
Learn about basic rules, import procedures and documents required to access the European single market of 28 countries and over 500 million consumers...
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Rules of Origin
Find out if your exports can benefit from one of many trade agreements the EU has signed with countries throughout the world.
How to claim a reduced duty under the Generalised Scheme of Preferences
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Statistics
Check how much of your product the EU has imported since 2002 and from where.
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Import duties
Whatever entry point into Europe you choose, the duties will be collected only once. Check whether you qualify for import duty relief or discount.
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Requirements
Goods imported into Europe need to fulfil technical, safety and labelling requirements and regulations as defined by EU laws. Find out more about them here.
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Internal taxes
Value Added Tax and excise duties vary in the 28 EU countries. Find out more and check specific tax levels.
So, how do I export to the EU?
Watch how to get the best access to the European Market with your product:
- Find the EU's import rules and regulations
- Import duties
- Documents to fill for customs
All in just a few minutes!
I can't wait to take my soya products to the EU market. The EU Trade Helpdesk provides me with needed information to do that."