#32026R1249EU registers Simojärven muikku as a protected geographical indication
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This regulation adds “Simojärven muikku” to the EU register of protected geographical indications. The name is now protected across the EU, meaning it can only be used for products that meet the approved specification for that Finnish food product. The change mainly affects producers, sellers, importers, and food-labeling teams dealing with this product or similar fish products. Businesses should avoid using the name unless the product qualifies under the registered PGI rules.
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Key Changes
- Registers “Simojärven muikku” as a protected geographical indication in the EU
- Protects the product name across all EU Member States
- Limits use of the name to products that meet the approved PGI specification
Obligations
What this law requires
Do not market, label, or sell a product under the geographical indication “Simojärven muikku” unless the product is entitled to use that registered PGI name under the applicable EU geographical indication rules and approved product specification.
Treat “Simojärven muikku” as an entered protected geographical indication in the Union register of geographical indications.