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Boohoo is still misusing the term ‘leather’ in hundreds of product descriptions

24/08/2026

Online retailer Boohoo is still using the term ‘leather’ in descriptions of products made from synthetic materials that are on sale to consumers in France. 

On August 20, France’s consumer watchdog, the DGCCRF, issued Boohoo with a fine of €2.3 million. It accused Boohoo of misleading consumers over discounts it was offering on some products. 

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