Q&A: CCCEU's Comment on That EU to Register Chinese Electric Vehicle Imports

March 6, 2024, Brussels

On March 6, 2024, the China Chamber of Commerce to the EU (CCCEU) received a media inquiry regarding the European Commission's implementation regulation, which stipulates that the EU's customs will register imports of Chinese electric vehicles. The inquiry seeks the chamber's comment on this matter. Please find below the CCCEU's response.

The CCCEU: We've observed that a new implementation regulation was issued on Wednesday, concerning the registration of electric vehicle imports from China by the EU. The regulation highlights a notable increase in imports since the commission commenced an anti-subsidy investigation into Chinese electric vehicles back in October of the previous year. The purpose of the registration requirement is to address Chinese imports and potential retrospective measures.

The CCCEU voiced its disappointment with the EU's mandate for customs registration of electric vehicle imports from China while an investigation remains ongoing. Both the chamber and its members expressed worries regarding potential retroactive measures in the future.

The chamber highlighted that the recent surge in Chinese EV imports mirrors the increasing demand for electric vehicles in Europe and underscores Chinese car companies' commitment to fostering the European market.

We earnestly hope that the European side will effectively safeguard the legitimate rights and interests of Chinese enterprises and establish a fair, impartial, and non-discriminatory business environment for them. This, in turn, will facilitate our joint contribution to the global low-carbon and green transformation.