Prohibited goods At import:

• forgery
• pedophiles Products: ie “”the objects of any kind with pictures or to minors pornographic representation””;
• or asbestos-containing products with the exception of those referred to in Article 7 (decree of 24 December 1996)
• Products containing certain hazardous substances (eg lead salts, nickel)
• plants, plant products and other products (bark, seeds, land and culture media) whose introduction is prohibited in all Member States under Annex III of the Order of 24 May 2006
• animal or food of animal origin subject to prohibitions under national or Community health regulations
• polycarbonate infant feeding bottles produced from 2,2-bis (4hydroxyphényl) propane also known as bisphenol A appellation
• cat skin or fur and dogs and products containing any

However as regards food, this list is not exhaustive and may be updated according to the crises that may occur. Operators should approach the economic action pole (EAP) Customs , locally competent.

More information on Prohibited goods At import can find at the French Customs: prohibited Items website.