France, with a significant portion ending up as waste. In fact, a survey found that more than a third of French consumers discard their receipts immediately after purchase.

This practice not only contributes to excessive waste but also exposes individuals to potentially harmful chemical substances present in thermal paper used for receipts. This new regulation will apply to a wide range of retailers, including all supermarkets. However, it does not encompass all transactions.

Service providers will continue to issue receipts as usual, and consumers will receive a receipt when purchasing equipment. Moreover, customers can request a receipt from the retailer, which can be delivered via email or text message. Retailers are required to inform customers of this option through a display at the till.

While some supermarkets, such as Carrefour and SuperU, have already ceased offering automatic paper receipts, the new rules mean that all stores will no longer provide customers with one after a purchase. The change includes an end to paper receipts for till receipts produced in shops. However, there are exceptions to the rule…