The CERHA HEMPEL Food Law Corner provides an insight into current legal developments and the latest case-law in the food and beverage industry. Our attorneys regularly advise clients on the regulatory requirements in connection with food information, health and nutrition claims, advertising & marketing, novel foods, the introduction of food supplements on the market and much more. We represent our clients in administrative proceedings, cases under the Unfair Competition Act, and trademark protection including PDO and PGI.

Tag: placing on the market

Important ruling by Administrative Court – retailer responsibility under food labelling law

18.01.2021·administrative fine Food Information Regulation placing on the market retailer responsibility provision of food information to consumers· 0 Comments

The question of who bears responsibility for ensuring that food is labelled in compliance with the law is an issue of practical importance: Is it the manufacturer or the retailer?

Different batches, no application of the "ne bis in idem" principle

19.02.2020·administrative fine placing on the market· 0 Comments

Clients often enquire whether an administrative penalty can be imposed once only or per product in connection with the placing on the market of products. Answering this question (which is rarely relevant in practice) is difficult and depends on the circumstances.