Italian regulators say Shein’s green messaging was vague, misleading, or overstated Authorities criticized Shein’s claims about recycling and product

Italy's competition authority (AGCM) imposed a 1 million euro ($1.16 million) fine on China-founded online fast fashion retailer Shein on Monday for misleading customers about the environmental impact of its products.

Italy’s antitrust agency has fined the Chinese online fast-fashion platform Shein €1 million ($1.15 million) for misleading green claims, it announced Monday.