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France Moves to Suspend Shein as Paris Store Opens After Childlike Sex Doll Listings

The government opened a process that could bar the site until it demonstrates full compliance with French law.

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A demonstrator holds a poster reading "Shame on Shein" outside the BHV department store where fast fashion powerhouse Shein's first permanent store is set to open, Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025 in Paris. (AP Photo/Thibault Camus)
Clothes by Chinese company Shein hang in the BHV (Bazar de l'Hotel de Ville) general store, ahead of the Shein stand opening, Tuesday, Nov. 4, 2025 in Paris. (AP Photo/Aurelien Morissard)

Overview

  • On the prime minister’s instructions, ministers began suspension proceedings against Shein, with an initial review due within 48 hours.
  • France’s consumer watchdog said it found sex dolls with a childlike appearance on Shein and referred the case to prosecutors and media regulator Arcom.
  • The Paris prosecutor opened investigations into Shein as well as AliExpress, Temu and Wish over alleged dissemination of pornographic content accessible to minors.
  • A lawmaker highlighted additional listings for banned weapons such as brass knuckles and an axe, reinforcing calls to curb the platform.
  • Shein removed the items, imposed a global ban on sex‑doll products, suspended its French marketplace to review third‑party sellers, and pledged full cooperation including sharing buyer and seller information upon request.