France (FR)
CITEO
Last verified: Aug 13, 2026
Sellers placing packaged goods on the French market must register with an eco-organism like CITEO, declare packaging volumes, and pay an annual eco-contribution fee.
- Regulatory Authority
- CITEO (approved eco-organism under ADEME oversight)
- Official Registration
- https://www.citeo.com
- Deadline
- Registration is required before placing packaged goods on the market. Annual packaging declarations are typically due in the first quarter of each year.
- Registration Fee
- 0.00 EUR
- Reporting Frequency
- Annual
- Applies to Marketplaces
- Yes, online marketplace sellers shipping packaged goods into France are subject to the same registration requirement.
Who Must Register
Any producer, importer, or distributor placing packaged household goods on the French market must register with an approved eco-organism such as CITEO, including sellers based outside France.
Exemption Threshold
Micro-businesses below certain revenue and volume thresholds may have reduced obligations — verify current thresholds with CITEO.
Registration Steps
- Create a producer account with CITEO.
- Declare the packaging types and weights placed on the French market.
- Pay the eco-contribution fee based on declared packaging.
- Submit annual updates as packaging volumes change.
Ongoing Fee Structure
Eco-contribution fees scale with packaging material and weight, billed annually based on declared volumes.
Penalties for Non-Compliance
Fines of up to €30,000 for failing to register, with repeat offenses subject to higher penalties.
Required Documentation
Business registration details and a breakdown of packaging materials and weights placed on the market.
Sources
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