Description: Andaxun specializes in shipping shoes from Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Dongguan to French brands by sea! Flexible full container load (FCL) shipping, directly to Le Havre and Vosges ports. France has strict regulations on shoe imports: shoe tariffs range from 8% to 17%, and value-added tax is 20%. In 2026, France will take the lead in implementing a ban on PFAS, with the total PFAS content in footwear not exceeding 250 ppb. Shoe labels must comply with French AGEC regulations, including environmental labels and the Triman logo. Goods with a FOB value of ≤ 150 euros are exempt from tariffs, but starting from July 1, 2026, the EU will cancel the 150 euro tariff exemption and instead impose a fixed tariff of 3 euros per tariff category. Double clearance and tax inclusive full payment of customs duties and VAT, door-to-door delivery throughout Paris, Lyon, and Marseille. Importers must hold a French EORI number (starting with FR). The price is negotiable and the delivery time is 30-45 days. Assist you in going global in compliance and seizing the French footwear market!

France is the core market for luxury and fashion consumption worldwide, with strong demand for branded shoes from the Champs - É lys é es in Paris to boutique stores in Lyon. But France is also one of the countries in the EU with the strictest regulations on shoe imports, the most detailed labeling requirements, and the forefront of environmental regulations. In 2026, the PFAS ban will come into full effect, AGEC regulation labels will be enforced, and the EU will cancel the 150 euro small package tariff exemption. The export of branded shoes to France is facing unprecedented compliance challenges.

Andaxun International Logistics has been deeply involved in the export of sensitive goods for many years, providing you with one-stop services such as FCL/LCL, double clearance with tax included, and door-to-door service to help you comply with regulations and seize the French market.

1、 Shenzhen to French brand shoes sea freight price and delivery time: Le Havre dedicated line, one ticket, one negotiation

Brand shoe customs clearance involves multiple processes such as REACH testing, PFAS testing, and AGEC label compliance. Andaxun adheres to personalized pricing with "one ticket, one discussion" and has long-term cooperation with shipping companies such as COSCO, MSC, and Maersk. One fixed price package: ocean freight+domestic trailer customs clearance+French import customs clearance+customs duties+20% value-added tax+final delivery.

|FCL sea freight | 30-45 days | Shenzhen to Le Havre/Fos direct (25-35 days), customs clearance and land transportation take 5-8 days|

|LCL sea freight | 35-48 days | including LCL at the port of origin and unpacking time at the destination port|

|Door to door journey | 38-50 days | Covering the entire region of Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Toulouse|

The electronic declaration efficiency of French customs is high, and it takes 1-2 working days to complete customs clearance with complete documents. During the peak season (June September), cabin availability is tight. It is recommended to book 3-4 weeks in advance.

Key points of French taxation:

-Tariffs: Chapter 64 of the HS code for footwear, with a tax rate of 8% -17%, exempt from tariffs for goods with a value ≤ 150 euros.

- VAT：20%， Calculated at (CIF price+tariff) x 20%, France has no minimum VAT threshold (de minimis), and all commercial imports are required to pay.

-Deferred: Holders of French VAT numbers can apply for deferred payment, but the payment is not made during customs clearance. Monthly declaration deduction is required.

-Starting from July 1, 2026, the European Union will cancel the 150 euro tariff exemption. During the transition period, low value goods will be subject to a fixed tariff of 3 euros per tariff category (for example, 3 T-shirts+1 pair of shoes=2 categories, with a total tariff of 6 euros). Starting from November 1, 2026, the European Union will also levy European management fees.

2、 Shenzhen to French brand shoes sea freight France customs clearance compliance core points

Key point one: EORI number - customs clearance admission ticket

The EORI format in France is "FR"+2-digit checksum+SIREN number. Goods without a number cannot be declared, please handle it in advance.

Key point 2: REACH compliance testing - footwear entry threshold

|Phthalate ester | ≤ 0.1% | PVC sole and upper|

|Azo dyes | ≤ 30mg/kg | Leather and textile dyeing|

|Hexavalent chromium | ≤ 3mg/kg | Leather products|

|Nickel release | ≤ 0.5 μ g/cm ²/week | Metal accessories|

|Formaldehyde | Infant and toddler shoes ≤ 20mg/kg | Leather, textile|

|SVHC | Notification required for over 0.1% | All materials|

Different materials have different focuses: leather shoes are monitored with hexavalent chromium and azo dyes; Synthetic shoes focus on phthalates; Shoes with metal accessories must undergo nickel release testing. Children's shoes must comply with the EN 14605 standard (lead ≤ 90mg/kg, small accessory tensile strength ≥ 70N). It is recommended to complete the inspection 2-3 months before shipment.

Key point three: Unique to France - PFAS ban (mandatory from January 1, 2026)

France took the lead in legislation to prohibit the import and sale of footwear products (including leather shoes) containing excessive levels of PFAS.

|Any PFAS content (excluding polymers) | ≤ 25 ppb|

|All PFAS total amount (excluding polymers) | ≤ 250 ppb|

-If the total fluoride content exceeds 50 mg/kg, evidence must be provided to prove the source of fluoride

-Shoes produced before January 1, 2026 can continue to be sold within a 12-month grace period

-Shoes containing at least 20% post consumer recycled materials are exempt from PFAS (limited to recycled materials)

-Suggest conducting PFAS testing on the product immediately

Key point four: Unique to France - AGEC labeling regulations

The French AGEC regulation requires all footwear products to be labeled with the Triman logo and the Info Tri classification information logo. Missing products will face the risk of product retention. The label must be a permanently sewn label in French.

3、 Core document list for sea freight customs clearance of Shenzhen to French brand shoes (pre reviewed by our company)

-Commercial invoice (in French/English, including HS code, CIF value, EORI number of both parties, general product names are prohibited)

-Packing list, original bill of lading

-Certificate of Origin (CO or Form A)

-REACH testing report

-PFAS testing report (mandatory for export after January 1, 2026)

-AGEC label (Triman logo)

-French permanent sewing label

4、 Packaging and labeling requirements for shipping shoes from Shenzhen to France

|Inner layer | Wrapped in dust-proof bag and placed in shoe box, the shoe box is intact and undamaged|

|Middle layer | Shoe support maintains shoe shape, and the cardboard box is filled with sufficient cushioning material inside|

|Outer layer | Five layer double anti corrugated cardboard box (compressive strength ≥ 200kg), "I" - shaped box seal, tape ≥ 5cm|

Wooden packaging must have an IPPC fumigation label. Special requirements for French labels:

-French is required, using only English is not compliant

-Must be a permanent sewn label

-The upper, lining, insole, and sole material must be labeled (in accordance with Directive 94/11/EC)

-Must include Triman logo and Info Tri classification information

-Single box ≤ 25kg; product label "Made in China"

5、 Eight compliance red lines for shipping shoes from Shenzhen to France

1. PFAS ban (unique to France): Any PFAS ≤ 25 ppb and total ≤ 250 ppb will be enforced from January 1, 2026.

2. AGEC label (unique to France): All shoes must be labeled with the Triman logo and classification information logo.

3. Mandatory requirement for French labels: Using only English is not compliant and must be a permanently sewn label.

4. REACH testing cannot be skipped: complete 2-3 months in advance.

5. Children's shoes must comply with EN 14605: covering both chemical and physical safety testing.

6. EORI number is the entry ticket for customs clearance: starting with French format FR, please apply in advance.

7. From July 1, 2026, tariff exemptions will be lifted: low value goods will be subject to a fixed tariff of 3 euros per category.

8. Peak season and climate: Booking 3-4 weeks in advance for the peak shipment period from June to September; Shipping humidity is high, it is recommended to purchase cargo transportation insurance.

6、 Shenzhen to French brand shoes sea freight Andaxun operation process

① Compliance consultation (assisting with REACH testing, PFAS testing, AGEC label production) → ② One price per ticket (including VAT deferred evaluation) → ③ 5-day temporary storage at Guangzhou Shenzhen Dongguan warehouse → ④ Export customs declaration+ICS2 pre declaration (24 hours before departure) → ⑤ Shipping to Le Havre/Voss port → ⑥ Double clearance+20% VAT payment (PFAS/AGEC review approved) → ⑦ Delivery throughout the territory

Andaxun International Logistics provides one-stop sea freight, tax inclusive, double clearance, and door-to-door service for brand shoes from Guangzhou, Dongguan, and Shenzhen to France - experts in exporting brand shoes to France, REACH+PFAS+AGEC one-stop compliance, French label guidance, and 20% VAT deferred.

Shenzhen Andaxun International Logistics Co., Ltd

-  ☎  Phone: 0755-2968 6566

-  📍  Address: Xintian Avenue, Fuhai, Bao'an District, Shenzhen

-  🚢  Main business: international sea freight, air freight, FBA dedicated line, export of sensitive goods, double clearance and tax included

*(Note: The PFAS ban in France will take effect from January 1, 2026 (any PFAS ≤ 25 ppb, total ≤ 250 ppb); AGEC label (Triman logo) is a mandatory requirement; France VAT 20% has no threshold; Starting from July 1, 2026, the 150 euro tariff exemption will be cancelled. Booking during peak season 3-4 weeks in advance. ）*