For North American businesses, France represents one of the most lucrative and culturally rich markets in the European Union. However, the logistics of reaching French consumers from Canada and the USA has undergone a seismic shift. Regulatory changes can act as a massive barrier, or if navigated correctly, a springboard for explosive growth.
One of the most significant changes in recent EU customs policy is the practical elimination of the "low-value" duty-free threshold. Historically, many shippers relied on the €150 limit to avoid the cost and complexity of elaborate duty structures. However, starting in July 2026, Europe will impose a minimum €3 charge per distinct category in every shipment.
The €3 duty for parcel imports will be multiplied by each distinct item category (based on official tariff sub-headings) contained within the parcel.
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Why this matters: Every individual shipment now requires harmonized classification, duty assessment, and precise valuation. If you are shipping hundreds of small orders to France, this introduces a massive administrative burden and severe cost increases. The best solution is to return to traditional logistics methods: shipping goods in bulk, clearing customs using a single entry, and distributing locally across France.
With the elimination of individual duty-free perks for low-value items, the smartest move for high-volume e-commerce shippers is Bulk Import and Distribution. Instead of sending one hundred individual packages across the ocean, you consolidate them into one single, highly efficient large shipment.
By utilizing a Master Airway Bill (MAWB), Jet Worldwide can help your business clear an entire pallet of goods under a single customs entry. Once the consolidated shipment clears customs in France, the "master" shipment is broken down at a local facility. From there, the individual parcels are injected directly into French domestic networks (such as La Poste or Chronopost) for final-mile delivery.
This "Zone Jumping" strategy allows Canadian and American brands to successfully compete with local French retailers on both delivery speed and price transparency.
Montreal is a unique global hub for culinary excellence, particularly known for exporting high-end artisanal cheeses and world-class seafood. But how do you transport these perishables to France while maintaining their absolute integrity? The answer lies in specialized Dry Ice Shipping protocols.
Jet Worldwide offers dedicated, temperature-controlled solutions for shipping goods on dry ice from Montreal directly to France. This is an absolute game-changer for producers of:
Shipping with dry ice requires significantly more than just a standard cooler. It demands strict IATA-compliant packaging, specialized external labeling, and a logistics partner who deeply understands the specific "Dangerous Goods" protocols required for air freight.
Jet Worldwide ensures that your perishables are not only kept freezing cold but also remain completely compliant with both Canadian export rules and strict French import health regulations.
Whether you need to consolidate e-commerce shipments to bypass new customs fees or move temperature-sensitive goods from Montreal, Jet Worldwide is your reliable bridge to France.
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