Šetření týkající se nebezpečných výrobků na internetu

On 25 June 2026, Members of the European Parliament's Internal Market and Consumer Protection (IMCO) Committee held an exchange of views with national market surveillance authorities to discuss illegal and dangerous products entering the EU Single Market. The authorities shared their experience of products entering the EU market and discussed possible ways to ensure that only safe and compliant products are sold in the EU, helping to protect consumers and ensure fair competition for businesses that follow the rules.

The meeting is part of IMCO's ongoing work to examine how EU rules on product safety and consumer protection are enforced, both online and offline.

On 2 June, IMCO Members held an exchange of views with Amazon and the European Commission as part of this scrutiny. As a Very Large Online Platform (VLOP) under the EU's Digital Services Act (DSA), Amazon is subject to stricter EU oversight. The company has also previously faced enforcement action under the EU's Consumer Protection Cooperation (CPC) framework.

The discussion gave Members an opportunity to assess Amazon's responsibilities and the effectiveness of EU enforcement tools in protecting consumers and ensuring online product safety.

The Amazon meeting followed a series of hearings with major online marketplaces as lawmakers increase attention on how platforms comply with EU rules on product safety, consumer protection and digital services.

On 6 May 2026, IMCO Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) discussed the challenges and responsibilities of online platforms with companies Bol and Vinted. The discussion covered both the sale of new and second-hand goods, as well as opportunities for consumers and businesses, reflecting the growing role of different types of online marketplaces in the EU.

The meeting followed earlier exchanges with other platforms and reflected growing concern about product safety, consumer protection and the enforcement of EU rules online. Temu, SHEIN and AliExpress also appeared separately before IMCO over the past months.

Members are also examining how the European Commission enforces these rules within the EU Single Market.

In recent months, Members urged the Commission to strengthen action against illegal and unsafe goods entering the EU, including products sold through large platforms. Several Members warned that slow or uneven enforcement across EU countries weakens consumer protection and creates unfair competition.

They called for closer cooperation, updates to customs rules, and regular dialogue with online platforms to improve oversight across the market.

Why this matters (for you): You may be exposed to unsafe or illegal products when shopping online, and new EU actions could make online marketplaces safer and improve checks on products sold through major platforms.

Why this matters (for businesses): Stronger and more consistent enforcement helps ensure fair competition, so businesses that follow the rules are not undercut by those selling unsafe or non-compliant products.

IMCO intends to continue holding regular scrutiny sessions on this topic with the Commission and stakeholders.

As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen how goods enter the EU, the European Union is also reforming its customs rules. This includes the introduction of a new handling fee for parcels coming from outside the EU, aimed at helping customs authorities manage the growing number of deliveries and carry out more effective checks. This will support efforts to ensure that products sold in the EU meet safety standards and that businesses compete on fair terms.