France Starts Suspension Process for Shein After Banned Listings Found

Overview

• The Finance Ministry, acting on the prime minister’s instructions, opened a procedure that could halt Shein’s operations in France until it demonstrates compliance with national rules.
• France’s consumer watchdog reported sexualized childlike dolls on the platform, and a lawmaker flagged weapon listings including illegal brass knuckles and an axe.
• Shein said it sanctioned sellers, imposed a global ban on sex dolls, and temporarily suspended its French marketplace to strengthen third‑party controls.
• Authorities warned they may suspend the entire Shein site in France if prohibited products are found again after the initial review.
• The digital affairs minister asked the European Commission to investigate, the Commission contacted Shein without opening a formal probe, and protests greeted the retailer’s new BHV store in Paris.