€383,000 Fine Imposed on SIGNIFY FRANCE for Misleading Commercial Practices
Paris, February 13, 2025 – The French Competition Authority (Autorité de la concurrence) has imposed a fine of €383,000 on SIGNIFY FRANCE for engaging in misleading commercial practices.
The investigation, initiated in 2023, focused on the company’s marketing of “energy-efficient” LED bulbs. The Competition Authority found that SIGNIFY FRANCE had used misleading claims and omitted essential information in its advertising.
Specifically, the Authority found that SIGNIFY FRANCE had:
- Exaggerated the energy savings potential of its LED bulbs by claiming they could reduce electricity consumption by up to 90%.
- Failed to disclose that the bulbs’ energy efficiency varied depending on usage conditions.
- Used vague and unsubstantiated claims, such as “last longer” and “better for the environment,” without providing supporting evidence.
The Competition Authority determined that these practices had the potential to mislead consumers and distort the market for LED bulbs. By overstating the energy savings and environmental benefits of its products, SIGNIFY FRANCE gained an unfair advantage over competitors.
The €383,000 fine is intended to deter SIGNIFY FRANCE and other companies from engaging in similar misleading commercial practices. The Authority also ordered the company to modify its advertising to ensure accuracy and transparency.
In a statement, the Competition Authority emphasized the importance of fair and transparent advertising in protecting consumers and fostering a competitive market. The Authority warned that it would continue to monitor the market for misleading commercial practices and take enforcement action as necessary.
About SIGNIFY FRANCE
SIGNIFY FRANCE is a subsidiary of the multinational lighting company Signify N.V. The company markets and distributes a wide range of lighting products, including LED bulbs, lamps, and fixtures.
Amende de 383 000 € prononcée à l’encontre de la société SIGNIFY FRANCE (numéro de SIRET : 40280552700627)
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