France Threatens Market Ban on Shein Over Inappropriate Products

France has warned Shein, a Chinese online retailer, of potential market ban if it resumes selling controversial products. French Finance Minister Roland Lescure noted their legal rights to limit Shein's market access. Shein removed the items after French regulatory pressure.

France has issued a stern warning to Chinese online retailer Shein, threatening to ban its access to the French market over inappropriate product listings.

Finance Minister Roland Lescure informed BFM TV that Shein could face market restrictions if it reintroduces troublesome products, specifically child-like sex dolls.

After receiving the warning, Shein took immediate action by removing the flagged items, acknowledging their significant oversight in an email response to Reuters.

(With inputs from agencies.)