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Lighting → 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 9405
Duty rate 0-4.7%
VAT / tax 20%

Technical standards

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

Standard No.OrganizationTitleYear
GB/T 30117.7-2026 GB/T 灯和灯系统的光生物安全 第7部分:主要发射可见辐射的光源和灯具 2026
GB/T 20147.2-2026 GB/T 色度学 第2部分:CIE标准照明体 2026
GB/T 45515-2025 GB/T 消费品质量分级 照明产品 2025
GB/T 17263-2025 GB/T 普通照明用自镇流荧光灯 性能规范 2025
GB/T 31832-2025 GB/T LED城市道路照明应用技术要求 2025
GB/T 23987.3-2025 GB/T 色漆和清漆 实验室光源曝露方法 第3部分:荧光紫外灯 2025
GB/T 31897.1-2025 GB/T 灯具性能 第1部分:一般要求 2025
GB/T 30104.220-2025 GB/T 数字可寻址照明接口 第220部分:控制装置的特殊要求 中央供电应急操作(设备类型19) 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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