EU hits AliExpress with a record 550 million-euro fine over unsafe and counterfeit goods
- Posted on July 20, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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The European Commission imposed a landmark 550 million euro penalty on AliExpress for systematic failures in consumer protection. The fine addresses the platform's inadequate enforcement mechanisms against counterfeit merchandise and hazardous products. This enforcement action underscores the EU's commitment to holding major e-commerce operators accountable for regulatory compliance and consumer safety standards in the digital marketplace.
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EU hits AliExpress with a record 550 million-euro fine over unsafe and counterfeit goods
THE HAGUE, Netherlands (AP) — The European Commission on Monday fined Chinese online marketplace AliExpress 550 million euros ($629 million) for failing to adequately crack down on the sale of
