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The French government has announced a decision to impose a tax of 2 euros on every small order purchased from Chinese e-commerce websites, starting March 1, 2026.
The measure includes platforms such as "AliExpress" and "Shein," within the framework of a new policy aimed at regulating the e-shopping market and protecting consumers and local distributors within France. Under this decision, the new tax will be added to any customs duties or value-added tax imposed on orders, leading to a slight increase in the final cost of products that were previously purchased at low prices through foreign platforms. It is expected that this measure will affect a wide segment of online shoppers in the French market, especially individuals and families who frequently rely on purchasing small products from external websites. The decision is also expected to contribute to the reorganization of competition between local trade and international platforms in the digital trade sector.
