Overview
France was an early mover on textile EPR. The TLC stream (textiles d’habillement, linge de maison, chaussures) requires producers to finance end-of-life management of clothing, household linen and footwear placed on the French market.
Refashion is the accredited eco-organism. Producers (including importers and distance sellers) obtain an IDU, file annual declarations and pay eco-modulated contributions. The 2026 anti-fast-fashion law adds further modulation for ultra-fast-fashion products.
This national EPR sits alongside the EU Waste Framework Directive revision that now requires every Member State to operate textile EPR by 2028.
Key requirements
- Register as a producer with Refashion / the national producer register.
- Declare quantities of TLC products placed on the French market.
- Pay annual eco-contributions, including any eco-modulation or ultra-fast-fashion penalties.
- Meet take-back / information obligations tied to the EPR scheme.
Who’s affected
Brands, retailers, importers and e-commerce sellers placing apparel, household linen or footwear on the French market, including non-French companies selling to French consumers.
Timeline
2007–2008
French textile EPR framework established.
Ongoing
Annual declarations and eco-contributions via Refashion.
2026+
Ultra-fast-fashion modulation under the 2026 textile impact law; EU WFD alignment through 2028.
How Carbon Trail helps
How Carbon Trail can help
- Map which products, markets and legal entities fall in scope.
- Structure product, supplier and emissions data needed for disclosures and EPR reporting.
- Track timelines, owners and evidence gaps across overlapping fashion regulations.
Frequently asked questions
Do non-EU webshops need to join Refashion?
Yes, if they place covered TLC products on the French market. Non-EU sellers typically appoint an authorised representative and register.
