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European textile federation calls for 10-euro fashion import fee
By The BriefBrief · Sources (7)
Filed: Sep 01, 2026 at 9:08 PM ET
Summary: A federation of European textile associations urged an import fee of 10 euros on fashion imports to curb ultra-cheap competition, largely from China. Dr Sheng Lu, of the University of Delaware, said it is unclear how much such measures would change firms like Shein, and noted fast-fashion retailers may face “consumer fatigue.”
WHO: A federation of European textile associations; Dr Sheng Lu (University of Delaware)
WHAT: The federation called for a 10-euro import fee on fashion imports, while Dr Sheng Lu discussed potential effects and the risk of consumer fatigue for fast-fashion retailers.
WHEN: Sep 01, 2026
WHERE: Europe
WHY: To stem the flood of ultra-cheap fashion competition, mainly from China.
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