New: 50+ prep centers added this week!Explore Services
PrepLists.com

Blog

Insights and guides for Amazon FBA sellers, prep center operators, and warehouse professionals.

AllAmazon fulfillment (2)
#2026 regulations#China to Europe#EU ETS#FuelEU Maritime#carbon surcharge#freight invoice#importing from China#landed cost#ocean freight#shipping regulations
EU ETS Surcharge 2026: How to Verify It on Your Freight Invoice
Blog

EU ETS Surcharge 2026: How to Verify It on Your Freight Invoice

The EU ETS hit 100% coverage on January 1, 2026, and carrier surcharges jumped 43–45% overnight. The fair carbon cost for a Shanghai→Rotterdam container is roughly €75–90 — carriers quote €118–144. Here's the math to verify your invoice, the questions to ask your forwarder, and why China→US freight pays zero.