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E-Cigarettes → 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 2404
Duty rate 0-48%
VAT / tax 20%

Technical standards

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

Standard No.OrganizationTitleYear
GB/T 41701-2022 GB/T 电子烟烟液 烟碱、丙二醇和丙三醇的测定 气相色谱法 2022
GB/T 21138-2019 GB/T 烟草种子 2019
GB/T 24308-2019 GB/T 烟草种子生产加工技术规程 2019
GB/T 18771.4-2015 GB/T 烟草术语 第4部分：品质评价和检测 2015
GB/T 18771.3-2015 GB/T 烟草术语 第3部分：烟用材料 2015
GB/T 18771.1-2015 GB/T 烟草术语 第1部分： 烟草类型与烟叶生产 2015
GB/T 31786-2015 GB/T 烟草及烟草制品 箱内片烟密度偏差率的无损检测 电离辐射法 2015
GB/T 18771.5-2015 GB/T 烟草术语 第5部分：烟草机械与烟草专用检测仪器 2015

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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