The Danish DSA regulator has forwarded a case concerning the Chinese online platform Temu to the European Commission and the Irish DSA regulator. This action follows preliminary investigations by the Danish regulator, suggesting possible breaches of the EU Digital Services Act (DSA). The referral stems from a joint complaint by the Danish Consumer Council and several other European consumer organizations.

Temu, with over 45 million monthly users in the EU, has been designated by the European Commission as a 'very large online platform' (VLOP), imposing specific responsibilities on Temu and other platforms in this category. As a VLOP, Temu must adhere to the strictest DSA regulations, including mitigating systemic risks such as the dissemination of illegal content through the platform.

The Danish DSA regulator, overseen by the Competition and Consumer Authority, handles complaints regarding potential DSA violations by Temu. However, certain illegal aspects of a digital intermediary service fall outside its jurisdiction, with the Safety Authority addressing complaints concerning dangerous illegal products domestically.

The Safety Authority emphasizes the importance of consumers verifying product safety compliance, especially for purchases outside the EU. They encourage consumers to critically assess their purchases for hazards like loose parts for children or sharp edges, offering a platform for reporting unsafe products.

The Danish DSA regulator's role is to supervise digital intermediary services established in Denmark to ensure DSA compliance. While unable to address complaints about platforms from other EU countries, it can refer complaints to the relevant national DSA regulator and assist in investigations. Additionally, the Danish regulator can proactively investigate both domestic and foreign platforms.