EU Ends Export Authorization Scheme for PPE

The European Union will no longer require EU-wide export authorizations for personal protective equipment. The export authorization scheme, first announced in March (see 2003200029), was intended to ensure adequate EU supply of medical goods during the COVID-19 pandemic, the European Commission said in a May 26 notice. The commission said the scheme “served its purpose” and “there have been no requests to prolong the scheme.” It officially ended May 26.