A Large Number of Unsafe Products Arrive in Europe
A large number of unsafe products reached consumers in the EU in 2025. According to the latest data published by the largest and most influential consumer organization (BEUC) in the European Union, last year there were 4,671 notifications sent to the EU's warning system for dangerous non-food products (Safety Gate). This, as they emphasize in the association, requires an urgent revision of market surveillance rules throughout the bloc so that all countries adapt to the challenges posed by e-commerce.
TL;DR
- In 2025, 4,671 notifications were issued through the EU's Safety Gate system for dangerous non-food products.
- The majority of these unsafe products enter the EU via online marketplaces, with unclear responsibility within the supply chain.
- BEUC, a consumer organization, is calling for an urgent revision of market surveillance rules and a clearer accountability framework.
- Cosmetics, toys, and electrical appliances were the most frequently reported product categories.
- The number of such notifications has more than doubled since 2022.
- BEUC suggests that a centralized body with enforcement powers could improve market oversight and consumer protection.
- The General Product Safety Regulation is noted for strengthening cooperation between consumer associations and authorities.