Amazon Costs
What Does Amazon Cost in the EU?
Detailed cost breakdown per product category and EU country. FBA fees, compliance, taxes and margin analysis.
Beauty & Cosmetics
Cosmetic products fall under EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009. CPNP notification is mandatory before placing on the market. Safety assessment by a qualified safety assessor required.
Dietary Supplements
Dietary supplements fall under Directive 2002/46/EC and national regulations. Novel Food checks needed for new ingredients. Health claims must be authorized under Regulation 1924/2006.
Food & Beverages
Food products fall under General Food Law (EC) 178/2002 and FIC Regulation (EU) 1169/2011 for labeling. Allergen labeling, nutrition table and best-before date are mandatory.
Pet Supplies
Pet food falls under Regulation (EC) 767/2009. Feed additives need authorization under Regulation (EC) 1831/2003. Pet toys and accessories are subject to general product safety (GPSR).
Sports & Fitness
Safety-relevant sports equipment requires CE marking. Personal protective equipment (PPE) falls under Regulation (EU) 2016/425. Sports nutrition see dietary supplements.
Home & Kitchen
Food contact materials must comply with Regulation (EC) 1935/2004. Electrical kitchen appliances require CE marking. Furniture is subject to fire safety and stability requirements per country.
Electronics
Electrical devices require CE marking (Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU, EMC Directive 2014/30/EU). Radio equipment additionally RED 2014/53/EU. WEEE registration and Battery Regulation apply.
Toys
Toys fall under Toy Safety Directive 2009/48/EC with CE marking. Strict requirements for mechanical/physical properties, flammability and chemical composition. EN 71 standard series is central.
Baby & Toddler
Baby products are subject to strictest safety requirements. Toys: Directive 2009/48/EC. Car seats: ECE R44/R129. Textiles: OEKO-TEX recommended. Food contact materials for bottles/pacifiers: Regulation (EC) 1935/2004.
Clothing & Fashion
Textile Labeling Regulation (EU) 1007/2011 is mandatory (fiber composition). REACH restrictions for chemicals in textiles (Annex XVII). Textile EPR in France since 2007, planned in more EU countries.
Automotive
Vehicle parts often need E-mark (ECE approval) or national type approval. Electronic accessories: CE marking + EMC. Car care products: CLP Regulation. Safety-relevant parts subject to special testing requirements.
Health & Medical
Medical devices fall under MDR (EU) 2017/745 - CE marking via Notified Body. In-vitro diagnostics: IVDR (EU) 2017/746. Distinction medical device vs. wellness product is critical.
Garden & Outdoor
Motorized garden tools: Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC + Outdoor Noise Directive 2000/14/EC. Plant protection products: Regulation (EC) 1107/2009. Garden furniture: general product safety (GPSR).
Lighting
Light sources and luminaires: CE marking (Low Voltage Directive + EMC). Ecodesign Regulation (EU) 2019/2020 for energy efficiency. Energy label rescaled since Sept 2021. WEEE registration mandatory.
Cleaning & Household
Detergents Regulation (EC) 648/2004 governs cleaning products. CLP labeling mandatory for chemical products. Biocides need authorization under Regulation (EU) 528/2012.
Jewelry & Watches
REACH restrictions for nickel (Annex XVII, Entry 27), lead and cadmium in jewelry. Precious metals: hallmarking per country. Battery-powered watches: Battery Regulation + WEEE.
Office & Stationery
Office supplies: general product safety (GPSR). Electrical office equipment: CE marking. Pens/markers for children: toy safety or EN 71 relevant. Toner/ink: CLP for chemical properties.
DIY & Tools
Power tools: Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC + Low Voltage Directive. Hand tools: general product safety. Chemical products (adhesives, paints): CLP Regulation.
Personal Care
Like beauty/cosmetics: EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) 1223/2009 and CPNP notification. Dental care, deodorants, sunscreen are cosmetic products in regulatory terms.
Furniture
No EU-wide furniture directive, but national fire safety regulations (UK particularly strict). GPSR applies. REACH for chemical coatings. Wood furniture: consider EUTR (EU Timber Regulation).