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Supporting EU small businesses

With the right policy framework, the EU can have an open, inclusive, and competitive e-commerce market. eBay helps carry the voice of SMEs to their policymakers.

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Ecodesign of Products

Issue in Detail

Adopt a balanced legal framework that recognizes the specificities of second-hand products

Platform Regulation

The EU will look into tackling illegal content online and introducing new rules for platforms with a dominant market position under the Digital Services and Markets Acts.

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Product Safety

To ensure the health and safety of European consumers, while guaranteeing the functioning of the Internal Market, the EU is updating its rulebook on product safety and defective products. The main changes are intended to reflect the characteristics of new business models, specifically e-commerce.

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European second-hand sellers ask for proportionate legislation on safe and sustainable products

European small businesses defend their rights to use online marketplaces

Issue in Focus: European waste legislation

Issues in Focus: España, Proyecto de Ley de Atención al Cliente

Meet Our Sellers

Mario Calabrese

Footloover, Grassano, Italy

Fashion

Laura Di Gianfrancesco

Novara Metalli, Novara, Italy

Home & Garden

Alberto Prat

Prat International Brands, Tarragona, Spain

Home & Garden

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Supporting EU small businesses

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