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France Refers Six Online Marketplaces to Prosecutors Over Illicit Listings

EU trade ministers will meet on November 27 to coordinate cross-border enforcement.

Overview

  • DGCCRF inspections found sexualized child‑like dolls on AliExpress and Joom, and category A weapons on Wish, Temu, AliExpress and eBay.
  • Wish, Temu and Amazon were cited for failing to meet legal obligations to shield minors from pornographic content.
  • The Commerce Ministry said case files are filed or being finalized with the Paris public prosecutor following the checks.
  • Minister Serge Papin warned that platforms operating in France risk suspension if they do not control their listings.
  • Shein has withdrawn the illicit items but remains under legal proceedings, with a Paris court hearing on November 26 and a National Assembly audition on Tuesday.