#52026XC03734EU Publishes PDO Application for Slovak Mineral Water ‘Sulinka’
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This notice opens the EU opposition period for registering ‘Sulinka’, a Slovak natural mineral water, as a protected designation of origin. The application describes Sulinka as an alkaline sodium-bicarbonate mineral water from Slovakia, drawn from a specific borehole and linked to a defined geographical area. Businesses or authorities with a legitimate interest can challenge the registration within three months of publication. If approved, the name ‘Sulinka’ would receive EU protection, limiting its commercial use to products that meet the registered specification.
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Key Changes
- Opens a three-month period for objections to the PDO registration of ‘Sulinka’.
- Defines ‘Sulinka’ as a Slovak natural mineral water with specific mineral and production characteristics.
- Would protect the name ‘Sulinka’ across the EU if the application is approved.
Obligations
What this law requires
Any eligible authority or person wishing to oppose the registration of ‘Sulinka’ as a PDO must lodge an opposition with the European Commission within three months from the publication date.