The European Commission has found that the platform Temu may violate EU legislation on digital services by selling dangerous or counterfeit goods. Consumers in the EU may purchase products that do not meet safety standards, including children's toys and electronics.
The EU Commissioner for Digital Technologies, Hennä Virkkunen, noted: 'Temu does not adhere to the basic risk management norms established by EU legislation. Our assessment revealed that their risk assessment for users does not meet the requirements of the Digital Services Act.'
Virkkunen emphasized that online consumer protection is extremely important for the European Union, and user safety in the digital environment should be a priority for regulation. It is also advisable to be cautious when purchasing from China and to avoid potentially dangerous or suspicious purchases.
During the analysis, the European Commission found that Temu may jeopardize consumer safety in the EU by selling risky products that do not meet safety standards. The EU Commissioner urged the company to carefully assess and address these shortcomings in order to protect the rights and interests of European consumers in the digital space.