Texas' Top Lawmaker Launches Probe into Shein Over Labor Practices and Safety Concerns
The Texas Attorney General's office has launched an investigation into fast fashion giant Shein, focusing on potential labor practices and product safety violations. A probe is underway to determine if the company has used toxic materials in its products and misled consumers about product safety and ethical sourcing.
The inquiry also delves into Shein's privacy concerns and data collection practices, with Texas officials seeking answers regarding these issues. This development comes as Shein faces criticism from various quarters, including a French consumer protection watchdog that recently uncovered illicit goods โ including childlike sex dolls โ available on its website.
This is not the first time Shein has faced scrutiny over data collection and privacy concerns. Additionally, last year, US authorities seemed poised to take action against Shein and fellow low-cost retailer Temu due to product safety issues. France has since announced plans to suspend Shein's operations in the country.
The Texas Attorney General's office has launched an investigation into fast fashion giant Shein, focusing on potential labor practices and product safety violations. A probe is underway to determine if the company has used toxic materials in its products and misled consumers about product safety and ethical sourcing.
The inquiry also delves into Shein's privacy concerns and data collection practices, with Texas officials seeking answers regarding these issues. This development comes as Shein faces criticism from various quarters, including a French consumer protection watchdog that recently uncovered illicit goods โ including childlike sex dolls โ available on its website.
This is not the first time Shein has faced scrutiny over data collection and privacy concerns. Additionally, last year, US authorities seemed poised to take action against Shein and fellow low-cost retailer Temu due to product safety issues. France has since announced plans to suspend Shein's operations in the country.