#52026XC03213EU Publication of PDO Application for Cigeľka Mineral Water
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This notice opens a three-month opposition period for the proposed EU protected designation of origin for the Slovak mineral water names “Cigeľská prírodná minerálna voda”, “Minerálna voda Cigeľka” and “Cigeľka”. If approved, those names would be reserved for mineral water from the defined Cigeľka area that meets the listed composition and production requirements. The practical impact is mainly for bottled water producers, distributors, retailers and brand owners. Companies using similar names, or with a legitimate reason to object, need to review the application and file an opposition with the European Commission within three months of publication.
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Key Changes
- Opens a three-month period to oppose the PDO application for Cigeľka mineral water names
- Defines the protected product as naturally carbonated Slovak mineral water with specified mineral composition
- Signals that, if registered, the names would be protected against misuse by producers outside the approved conditions
Obligations
What this law requires
Authorities or eligible persons wishing to oppose the PDO application for “Cigeľská prírodná minerálna voda”, “Minerálna voda Cigeľka” or “Cigeľka” must lodge an opposition with the European Commission within three months from the publication date.