By Alimat Aliyeva
On November 5, Shein temporarily shut down its marketplace in
France, where third-party sellers list their products, following
authorities’ discovery of illegal goods for sale. The suspension
will last at least three months, while Shein’s main website remains
fully accessible, Azernews reports.
French authorities stated that the temporary closure is
necessary for Shein to demonstrate compliance with the law. A court
will ultimately determine whether the suspension is justified and
whether it aligns with European Union regulations.
The move comes amid heightened scrutiny of Chinese e-commerce
giants, including Shein and Temu, under the EU Digital Services
Act, reflecting growing concerns over consumer safety, illegal
product sales, and potential unfair competition.
Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, Texas Attorney General Ken
Paxton announced on Monday that his office is investigating Shein’s
U.S. operations. The probe will examine whether the fast fashion
retailer violated state laws regarding unethical labor practices
and the sale of unsafe consumer goods.
Analysts note that these legal pressures highlight the broader
challenges facing global fast fashion platforms, which must balance
rapid expansion with regulatory compliance and consumer trust. Some
experts predict that actions in France and the U.S. could serve as
a precedent, potentially influencing how other countries enforce
e-commerce regulations on international marketplaces.
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