CME’s position on DAC7
DAC7, introduced by the European Commission, establishes harmonised reporting obligations for digital platforms to support tax authorities in identifying potentially taxable income generated through platform activities. It builds on broader international efforts to improve tax transparency, including work carried out at the level of the...
CME’s position on the Right to Repair
CME welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the European Commission’s public consultation and call for evidence on the right to repair. Online classifieds marketplaces inherently support a culture of reuse and repair, as consumers and businesses trade second-hand goods on our platforms. Extending the lifecycle of products and...
CME’s position on the Digital Services Act
The Digital Services Act, introduced by the European Commission, sets out harmonised obligations for online intermediaries aimed at addressing illegal content, improving platform accountability, and increasing transparency for users. It builds on longstanding foundations of EU digital regulation, including the country-of-origin...
CME’s position on the General Product Safety Regulation
The General Product Safety Regulation, proposed by the European Commission, establishes updated requirements for product safety, market surveillance, and online marketplace responsibilities. It complements existing EU product safety and digital legislation and strengthens enforcement tools against unsafe products, including those sold...
CME’s position on the Waste Framework Directive
The Waste Framework Directive, proposed by the European Commission, sets the EU-wide rules for waste prevention, management, and the promotion of reuse and circularity. It complements broader EU environmental and circular economy legislation and provides a key framework to reduce textile waste and advance sustainability. A coherent and...
CME hosted EU Green Week Partner Event on how reuse drives circular economy
On 4 June 2025, Classifieds Marketplaces Europe (CME) hosted its first EU Green Week Partner Event in Brussels. The “CME Breakfast: Meet Marketplaces Making Circular Economy Work”, brought together policymakers, experts, and industry leaders to discuss the role of the European reuse sector in driving circular economy and the key...
EVENT : When tech meets sustainability
Classifieds Marketplaces Europe (CME) is delighted to invite you to our event “When tech meets sustainability – How can the future policy framework boost the second-hand economy”. Join us on 30 January 2024 at 16:30 at the L42 Business Center, Rue de la Loi, 42. Secure your spot by registering now Event programme: 16:30 –...
CME welcomes agreement on balanced new product safety rules
Brussels, 29 November 2022: Classifieds Marketplaces Europe (CME) welcomes the agreement reached on 28 November by negotiators of the European Parliament, the Council and the Commission on the General Product Safety Regulation (GPSR). CME fully supports the efforts to modernise the rules for all economic operators (manufacturers,...
Amazing second-hand stories
Brussels, 25 October 2022: Circular consumption is key if we are to reach the goals of the European Green Deal. Buying and selling second-hand is one of the easiest ways to consume in a circular way. CME represents companies that enable users to give their products a second or even third life and contribute to …...
CME welcomes Vinted as a member
Brussels, 26 July 2022: Classifieds Marketplaces Europe (CME) welcomes Vinted as a member. Vinted’s C2C marketplace enables people to buy, sell, and exchange secondhand clothing and other lifestyle items. Founded in Lithuania in 2008, Vinted now operates in 16 markets across Europe and North America, catering to a fast-growing...