Commodities & EnergyPolicy & Regulation
France's new ultra-fast fashion tax targets Shein and Temu, China warns of retaliatory measures
China demands France stop its recently implemented law targeting producers of clothing sold through ultra-fast fashion models.
France introduced a new contribution tax on Monday affecting producers of clothing, footwear, and household linen sold via ultra-fast fashion business models. The legislation applies to major e-commerce platforms including Shein, Temu, and AliExpress. Producers must contribute between 0.25 euros and 12 euros per item in 2026, with the maximum rate rising to 20 euros by 2030. The law defines ultra-fast fashion based on the number of new product introductions and customer repair behavior.
