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Tools & Hardware → 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 8205
Duty rate 1.7-2.7%
VAT / tax 20%

Technical standards

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

Standard No.OrganizationTitleYear
GB/T 46976-2026 GB/T 旋转工具和工具系统的动平衡 2026
GB/T 46624.1-2025 GB/T 工具接口的介质传输单元 第1部分：符合<sacinfo>GB</sacinfo>/T 19449系列的空心工具柄的传输单元 2025
GB/T 5782-2025 GB/T 紧固件 六角头螺栓 2025
GB/T 93-2025 GB/T 紧固件 弹簧垫圈 标准型 2025
GB/T 5780-2025 GB/T 紧固件 六角头螺栓 C级 2025
GB/T 5783-2025 GB/T 紧固件 六角头螺栓 全螺纹 2025
GB/T 5781-2025 GB/T 紧固件 六角头螺栓 全螺纹 C级 2025
GB/T 3098.2-2025 GB/T 紧固件机械性能 第2部分：螺母 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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