#52026XC02141Publication of an Application for PGI Name Registration: 'Pernil Cerretà'
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This law allows the registration application of the name 'Pernil Cerretà' as a Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) by publishing it for public and official scrutiny. It impacts Spanish pork producers in the designated region, requiring compliance with specific quality and production standards to carry the PGI label.
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Key Changes
- Introduces 'Pernil Cerretà' as a PGI product.
- Establishes compliance standards for quality and production.
- Allows for opposition filings within three months of publication.
Obligations
What this law requires
Authorities of a Member State or third country must lodge an opposition to the registration of ‘Pernil Cerretà’ within three months from the date of publication if they have a legitimate interest.
Spanish pork producers must ensure that the entire production process for 'Pernil Cerretà' takes place in the defined geographical area of Catalonia.
Producers of ‘Pernil Cerretà’ must ensure the entire production process occurs within the defined geographical area.
Pork producers must implement quality control measures to ensure that 'Pernil Cerretà' meets specific physical-chemical parameters, including maximum water activity of < 0.92 and salt content of ≤ 15% on a dry basis.
Producers must ensure that the hams used to make ‘Pernil Cerretà’ come from pig abattoirs certified as compliant with animal welfare requirements.