Adrian Weckler, Tech Editor at the Irish Independent reports
Shoppers could soon be paying more for their purchases from sites like Shein and Temu.
The Chinese websites have tripled their growth here over the last two years, becoming popular for selling cheap clothes and household goods.
But the EU has announced parcels shipped by these retailers will face strict new customs controls, as part of a crackdown on "dangerous products" flooding the market.
Adrian Weckler, Tech Editor at the Irish Independent, says this will have a knock-on effect on consumers' pockets.

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