France proposes fees up to €20 per garment on ultra-fast fashion by 2030

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France is introducing a levy targeting ultra-fast fashion retailers such as Shein and Temu. The fee will be applied per garment sold through these platforms. The charge could rise to nearly €20 per item by the year 2030. The move is aimed at curbing the environmental and social impact of cheap, rapidly produced clothing. France becomes one of the first countries to take direct legislative action against ultra-fast fashion giants.

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