Overview
- France’s DGCCRF referred the case to prosecutors, prompting investigations into the platforms for disseminating violent or pornographic content accessible to minors.
- Shein and AliExpress face additional scrutiny for the alleged dissemination of images or representations of minors of a pornographic nature, prosecutors said.
- Shein removed the listings, announced a total global ban on sex‑doll products, suspended its adult category, and said it sanctioned seller accounts and launched an internal review.
- Shein’s France spokesman pledged full cooperation with investigators and said the company would provide requested buyer and seller information.
- French officials warned of potential market restrictions and engaged OFMIN and Arcom, as protests and partner withdrawals coincided with Shein’s planned BHV Paris store opening.