Chinese drinkers may pay more for Remy Martin and other European brandies after the government announced provisional tariffs of 30.6 per cent&nbsp;to 39 per cent&nbsp;on those liquors Tuesday, four days after a majority of European Union countries approved duties on electric vehicles made in China.

The tit-for-tat move potentially gives Chinese negotiators leverage in talks with the EU on reducing or eliminating the tariffs of up to 35.3 per cent&nbsp;on Chinese EVs, which would take effect at the end of this month.

The brandy tariffs are provisional and require importers to make a deposit with the Chinese customs agency for the amount of the tariff, starting Friday.

The announcement followed a preliminary finding by China's Commerce Ministry in late August that European brandy was being dumped in China, threatening “substantial damage” to domestic producers.

China has opened a series of anti-dumping investigations into European brandy, pork and dairy products as a now year-old EU investigation into Chinese EV exports has progressed through various stages.

The brandy probe was the first and targeted mainly French makers of cognac and similar spirits such as Armagnac. France has supported the investigation into Chinese-made EVs, while Germany, whose automakers fear retaliation in the Chinese market, has opposed it.

China is studying whether to raise tariffs on imported cars with large engines, a Commerce Ministry spokesperson confirmed Tuesday in an online report from state broadcaster CCTV.

The provisional tariffs on brandy vary by brand, similar to the EU duties on electric cars made in China. For example, Martell products face a 30.6 per cent&nbsp;tariff versus 38.1 per cent&nbsp;for Remy Martin and 39 per cent&nbsp;for Hennessey. The tariffs are being imposed on dozens of companies, including some Spanish makers.

French President Emmanuel Macron presented Chinese leader Xi Jinping with two bottles of cognac when the two exchanged gifts during Xi's state visit to France in May.

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Chinese drinkers may pay more for Remy Martin and other European brandies after the government announced provisional tariffs of 30.6 per cent to 39 per cent on those liquors Tuesday, four days after a majority of European Union countries approved duties on electric vehicles made in China.

Chinese drinkers may pay more for Remy Martin and other European brandies after the government announced provisional tariffs of 30.6 per cent to 39 per cent on those liquors Tuesday, four days after a majority of European Union countries approved duties on electric vehicles made in China. The tit-for-tat move potentially gives Chinese negotiators leverage in talks with the EU on reducing or eliminating the tariffs of up to 35.3 per cent on Chinese EVs, which would take effect at the end of this month. The brandy tariffs are provisional and require importers to make a deposit with the Chinese customs agency for the amount of the tariff, starting Friday. The announcement followed a preliminary finding by China's Commerce Ministry in late August that European brandy was being dumped in China, threatening “substantial damage” to domestic producers. China has opened a series of anti-dumping investigations into European brandy, pork and dairy products as a now year-old EU investigation into Chinese EV exports has progressed through various stages. The brandy probe was the first and targeted mainly French makers of cognac and similar spirits such as Armagnac. France has supported the investigation into Chinese-made EVs, while Germany, whose automakers fear retaliation in the Chinese market, has opposed it. China is studying whether to raise tariffs on imported cars with large engines, a Commerce Ministry spokesperson confirmed Tuesday in an online report from state broadcaster CCTV. The provisional tariffs on brandy vary by brand, similar to the EU duties on electric cars made in China. For example, Martell products face a 30.6 per cent tariff versus 38.1 per cent for Remy Martin and 39 per cent for Hennessey. The tariffs are being imposed on dozens of companies, including some Spanish makers. French President Emmanuel Macron presented Chinese leader Xi Jinping with two bottles of cognac when the two exchanged gifts during Xi's state visit to France in May. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

China raises tariffs on European brandies as EU countries approve duties on Chinese EVs

The proliferation of obscure Chinese brands on Amazon is reshaping the online shopping landscape.

Run-of-the-mill brands dominate search results, often offering low-cost alternatives to established names.

This influx is driven by Amazon’s prioritization of independent merchants, with over half of its top sellers now based in China.

For consumers, this means a vast array of inexpensive products but often at the cost of quality and reliability.

The sheer volume of indistinguishable products can overwhelm shoppers, leading to frustrations with navigating numerous listings and sorting through potentially dubious reviews.

In the broader e-commerce industry, this trend marks a shift towards commoditization and intense price competition.

Rivals like Shein have capitalised on similar models, challenging Amazon's dominance by offering rock-bottom prices even if it means longer shipping times.

Amazon's response, including a "Direct from China" service, highlights the pressure to adapt in a market increasingly driven by cost-conscious consumers willing to sacrifice speed and brand recognition for lower prices.

The proliferation of obscure Chinese brands on Amazon is reshaping the online shopping landscape. Run-of-the-mill brands dominate search results, often offering low-cost alternatives to established names.

The proliferation of obscure Chinese brands on Amazon is reshaping the online shopping landscape. Run-of-the-mill brands dominate search results, often offering low-cost alternatives to established names. This influx is driven by Amazon’s prioritization of independent merchants, with over half of its top sellers now based in China. For consumers, this means a vast array of inexpensive products but often at the cost of quality and reliability. The sheer volume of indistinguishable products can overwhelm shoppers, leading to frustrations with navigating numerous listings and sorting through potentially dubious reviews. In the broader e-commerce industry, this trend marks a shift towards commoditization and intense price competition. Rivals like Shein have capitalised on similar models, challenging Amazon's dominance by offering rock-bottom prices even if it means longer shipping times. Amazon's response, including a "Direct from China" service, highlights the pressure to adapt in a market increasingly driven by cost-conscious consumers willing to sacrifice speed and brand recognition for lower prices.

Chinese brands surge on Amazon, redefining online shopping

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