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Packaging → France

Requires CE + French EPR (packaging/electronics/furniture) + Triman logo + French VAT

Lead time 4-8 weeks
Cost range €2,000-7,000
HS code 4819
Duty rate 0-6.5%
VAT / tax 20%

Technical standards

Reference standards for this product category — verify applicability with your testing lab before export.

Standard No.OrganizationTitleYear
GB/T 15233-2025 GB/T 包装 单元货物尺寸 2025
GB/T 19787-2025 GB/T 包装材料 聚烯烃热收缩薄膜 2025
GB/T 191-2025 GB/T 包装储运图形符号标志 2025
GB/T 16265-2025 GB/T 包装材料试验方法 相容性 2025
GB/T 10454-2025 GB/T 包装 非危险货物用柔性中型散装容器 2025
GB/T 14188-2025 GB/T 气相防锈包装材料选用通则 2025
GB/T 16267-2025 GB/T 包装材料试验方法 气相缓蚀能力 2025
GB/T 6543-2025 GB/T 运输包装用单瓦楞纸箱和双瓦楞纸箱 2025

Required certifications

CertificationWhat it coversStatus
CE certification Mandatory when EU directives apply Required
French EPR packaging Citeo registration required Required
French EPR electronics Ecosystem registration required Conditional
Triman logo French recycling logo, mandatory since 2022 Required
French VAT FR tax ID registration required Required

Testing scope

Labeling requirements

Platform requirements

Common non-compliance risks

Frequently asked

Is the Triman logo mandatory?
Yes. Mandatory in France since 2022; missing it leads to delisting.
How many types of French EPR are there?
Packaging, electronics, furniture and textiles are registered separately.
French labeling requirements?
Product instructions, warnings and ingredients must be in French.
What is the French VAT rate?
Standard 20%; reduced rates for food/books.
Is CE valid in France?
Yes. France is an EU member, so CE applies.

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Full compliance report

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