Canadian retailers are increasingly looking to grow their online sales to Europe. Sellers Canada can benefit by understanding B2C e-commerce rules to the EU.
Canadian retailers are increasingly looking to grow their online sales to Europe. Sellers Canada can benefit by understanding B2C e-commerce rules to the EU.
Canadian online merchants are gearing up for serve European customers and none more so than direct to consumer (DTC) e-commerce sellers. The European union has provided a new rule books that mandates registering and payment for VAT in advance of importing the goods to Europe. In exchange, goods can be transported border free across all EU countries.
Trans-Atlantic trade remains a cornerstone of the Canadian economy. With the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) fully active, Canadian businesses have a competitive edge. Most Canadian-origin goods can now enter the EU duty-free, reaching markets in France, Germany, Spain, Italy, and beyond without the burden of traditional tariffs.
Canada, transatlantic trade remains a dominant sector and is expected to grow substantially with the implementation of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between Canada and Europe. Also, Canadian sellers using Shopify and other platforms are seeking new parcel shipping solutions to the UK and Europe.
