Geographical Indication (Noun)
Meaning
(law) a name or sign used on certain products which corresponds to a specific geographical location or origin.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The company was sued for using a geographical indication on their products without obtaining the necessary certification from the corresponding region.
- The EU has established a system to protect geographical indications, ensuring consumers can differentiate between authentic and counterfeit products.
- Darjeeling is a protected geographical indication for tea produced in the Darjeeling district of West Bengal, India.
- The use of "Champagne" as a geographical indication is strictly regulated, and only sparkling wine produced in the Champagne region of France can bear the name.
- The company is considering applying for a geographical indication to protect the name of their locally produced specialty cheese.