{"id":5402,"date":"2025-06-12T16:41:00","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T14:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.icitatou.com\/les-colis-perdus-ont-ete-inventes-par-icitatou-en-2018\/"},"modified":"2026-01-23T12:41:54","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T11:41:54","slug":"lost-parcels-were-invented-by-icitatou-in-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.icitatou.com\/en\/lost-parcels-were-invented-by-icitatou-in-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"Lost Parcels Were Invented by Icitatou in 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"<style id=\"nectar-blocks-row-css\">.nectar-blocks-row.nectar-blocks-row__inner.nectar-blocks-row__wrapper{height:auto}.nectar-blocks-row.nectar-blocks-row__inner.nectar-blocks-row__wrapper:not(.alignfull){width:auto}.nectar-blocks-row.nectar-l1{align-items:stretch;box-sizing:border-box;display:flex;flex-direction:row;flex-wrap:nowrap;gap:var(--column-gap)}.nectar-blocks-row.nectar-l1:not(.alignfull){width:auto}@media only screen and (max-width:1024px)and 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path{opacity:0;stroke-dashoffset:1}}@media(prefers-reduced-motion:reduce){.nectar-blocks-text{transition:none}.nectar-blocks-text.pre-animated{opacity:1!important}}\n<\/style>\n<p id=\"block-Hyc5xnHUvB\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text nectar-font-h3\"><strong>What Does French Law Say About Reselling Lost Parcels?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-OcoBNx1CVd\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">Reselling lost parcels intrigues many people who want to start a profitable business or explore this atypical market. However, this practice also raises legal questions, especially since the introduction of France\u2019s anti-waste law. Here\u2019s a detailed explanation of the legislation and obligations surrounding this activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-GdD6e7ywaj\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text nectar-gt-2YUc1c0Mpj\"><strong>1. <strong>Lost parcels: a specific framework<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-KSGMPxmb0I\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">n France, lost or unclaimed parcels legally belong to the\u00a0sender or carrier, depending on the delivery contract. When a parcel cannot be found or is not picked up by the recipient, the carrier must\u00a0store it for a specific period, usually three months, to allow for potential claims.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-OuAbfQfub2\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">If no one claims the parcel within this period, it may be\u00a0sold or recycled\u00a0according to the law. These sales usually take place in lots and comply with applicable regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-T7ciFFk1QH\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text nectar-gt-2YUc1c0Mpj\"><strong>2. <strong>The impact of the anti-waste law<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-W3LkVpzLSx\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">Since\u00a0<strong>January 1, 2022<\/strong>, the law on combating waste and promoting the circular economy (\u201canti-waste law\u201d) has introduced major changes regarding unsold products. This law aims to reduce waste by\u00a0<strong>prohibiting companies from discarding or destroying unsold items<\/strong>, whether electronics, clothing, toys, or hygiene products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-0SWLw1KLZV\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">Manufacturers and distributors now have two main obligations:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Donate unsold products<\/strong>: Items in good condition must be given to charities or solidarity organizations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Recycle unsold products<\/strong>: Items that cannot be donated must be recycled to recover usable materials.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-TyQLc3Obtq\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">This prohibition also applies to unclaimed parcels, which can thus be resold\u00a0<strong>legally<\/strong>\u00a0or redistributed according to the law.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-ut1ZTI9SBo\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text nectar-gt-2YUc1c0Mpj\"><strong>3. <strong>Reselling lost parcels: tax regulations<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-3ka4H2bjIt\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">Individuals wishing to resell lost parcels must respect certain tax rules:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Income declaration<\/strong>: Any resale generating income, even occasionally, must be declared. If your annual earnings exceed a threshold (around \u20ac3,000), you must register as a self-employed entrepreneur.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Invoicing and VAT<\/strong>: If you become a professional seller, you must comply with accounting obligations, including issuing invoices and applying VAT depending on your turnover.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-o58N177Ear\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text nectar-gt-2YUc1c0Mpj\"><strong>4. <strong>Platforms and regulated auctions<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-2tyi203Uz4\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">In France, several companies and platforms specialize in selling lots of lost parcels, such as\u00a0Icitatou.com\u00a0or\u00a0percheshop.com. These sales are generally regulated:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Parcels are sold\u00a0<strong>as-is<\/strong>, often blindly (you don\u2019t know exactly what\u2019s inside).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Buyers must accept the terms and conditions of the auction, including the absence of recourse in case of damaged products.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-nT7RIwpmAO\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">These mechanisms help\u00a0<strong>prevent waste<\/strong>\u00a0while offering economic opportunities to individuals or professionals who want to give products a second life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-ScnpfQpQqH\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text nectar-gt-2YUc1c0Mpj\"><strong>5. <strong>Legal risks to avoid<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-YOgLRWdGbm\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">Although reselling lost parcels is legal, some risks must be considered:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Counterfeit products<\/strong>: It is illegal to resell counterfeit or non-compliant items, even if they come from lost parcels.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trademark rights<\/strong>: If reselling branded products, do not use logos or names without authorization (especially for wholesale sales).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Regulated products<\/strong>: Certain items, such as defective electronics or hazardous products, may require specific certifications before resale.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style id=\"nectar-blocks-flex-box-css\">.wp-block{opacity:1}.nectar-blocks-flex-box{min-width:0;position:relative;transition:all .25s ease}.nectar-blocks-flex-box>a{color:inherit}.nectar-blocks-flex-box.nectar-blocks-flex-box__inner.nectar-blocks-flex-box__wrapper{height:auto;width:auto}.nectar-blocks-flex-box.nectar-l1{box-sizing:border-box}.nectar-blocks-flex-box.nectar-l3>.nectar-blocks-flex-box__wrapper>.nectar-blocks-flex-box__inner{position:static}.nectar-blocks-flex-box.nectar-l3>.nectar-blocks-flex-box__wrapper:has(>.nectar__bg-layers>*){z-index:0}.nectar-blocks-flex-box.nectar-l3>.nectar-blocks-flex-box__wrapper:has(>.nectar__bg-layers>*)>.nectar__bg-layers{z-index:-1}.nectar-blocks-flex-box .nectar-blocks-text{margin-bottom:0}.nectar-blocks-flex-box__wrapper{height:100%;min-height:inherit;position:relative;transition:all .25s ease}.nectar-blocks-flex-box__wrapper>.nectar__bg-layers{border-radius:inherit;transition:none}.nectar-blocks-flex-box__inner{box-sizing:border-box;height:100%;min-height:inherit;position:relative;transition:all .25s ease;width:100%}.nectar-blocks-flex-box__content-wrap{display:flex;flex-direction:column;height:100%;width:100%}.nectar-blocks-flex-box__link-overlay{background:#0000;color:inherit;display:block;inset:0;position:absolute;z-index:10}\n<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-flex-box nectar-block nectar-blocks-flex-box nectar-blocks-flex-box__inner nectar-blocks-flex-box__wrapper parent-block-block-qB2zUMJq3d\" id=\"block-qB2zUMJq3d\">\n<p id=\"block-Ewj8oylOAv\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text nectar-gt-2YUc1c0Mpj\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"block-SL0YKDBBRi\" class=\"wp-block-nectar-blocks-text nectar-blocks-text\">Reselling lost parcels in France is a\u00a0<strong>legal and regulated practice<\/strong>, provided you comply with anti-waste law and tax obligations. This growing activity is also\u00a0<strong>eco-responsible<\/strong>, giving a second life to products that would otherwise be wasted. Success in this field requires understanding the regulations and acting with transparency, combining profitability with a positive environmental impact.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_titles_title":"Lost Parcels Were Invented by Icitatou in 2018","_seopress_titles_desc":"Reselling lost parcels intrigues many people who want to start a profitable business or explore this atypical market.","_seopress_robots_index":"","_seopress_robots_follow":"","_seopress_robots_imageindex":"","_seopress_robots_snippet":"","_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_robots_breadcrumbs":"","_seopress_robots_freeze_modified_date":"","_seopress_robots_custom_modified_date":"","_seopress_robots_canonical":"","_seopress_social_fb_title":"","_seopress_social_fb_desc":"","_seopress_social_fb_img":"","_seopress_social_fb_img_attachment_id":0,"_seopress_social_fb_img_width":0,"_seopress_social_fb_img_height":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_title":"","_seopress_social_twitter_desc":"","_seopress_social_twitter_img":"","_seopress_social_twitter_img_attachment_id":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_img_width":0,"_seopress_social_twitter_img_height":0,"_seopress_redirections_value":"","_seopress_redirections_enabled":"","_seopress_redirections_enabled_regex":"","_seopress_redirections_logged_status":"both","_seopress_redirections_param":"","_seopress_redirections_type":301,"_seopress_analysis_target_kw":"","_seopress_news_disabled":"","_seopress_video_disabled":"","_seopress_video":[],"_seopress_pro_schemas_manual":[],"_seopress_pro_rich_snippets_disable_all":"","_seopress_pro_rich_snippets_disable":[],"_seopress_pro_schemas":[],"_nectar_blocks_hide_post_title":false,"_nectar_blocks_transparent_header_effect":false,"_nectar_blocks_transparent_header_effect_color":"light","_nectar_blocks_header_animation":false,"_nectar_blocks_header_animation_delay":0,"_nectar_blocks_header_animation_effect":"fade","_nectar_blocks_page_css":"","_nectar_blocks_page_js":"","itsec_x_frame_options":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5402","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","category-non-categorise"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.icitatou.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5402","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.icitatou.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.icitatou.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.icitatou.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.icitatou.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=5402"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.icitatou.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/5402\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.icitatou.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5402"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.icitatou.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=5402"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.icitatou.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=5402"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}