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Thailand to impose up to 30% import duties on e-commerce goods

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Thailand is set to implement new import duties of up to 30% on e-commerce goods from foreign vendors. This measure, authorized by the Thai cabinet, aims to affect goods ordered through international platforms and delivered via express courier or post. While the tariffs could impact Chinese sellers, analysts suggest that intense price competition and the vendors' cost-efficiency may mitigate the overall effect. AI

RANK_REASON New regulatory action by a national government impacting trade. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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Thailand to impose up to 30% import duties on e-commerce goods

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Ralph Jennings ·

    Chinese e-commerce sellers brace for Thai import duties. Will a 30% tariff threaten sales?

    A new tariff of up to 30 per cent on e-commerce goods entering Thailand may squeeze Chinese vendors, but intense price competition and their ability to keep costs low are likely to limit its impact, analysts said. Thailand’s cabinet on Monday authorised the finance ministry to im…

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