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New application or change of trade name in the register for fisheries and aquaculture
Service Description
The directory of trade names for fishery and aquaculture products lists all trade names permitted in Germany. There is a separate list for trade names that have not yet been definitively included in this list.
If you wish to apply for a new trade name, please note the following:
- You should only apply for a trade name for one species at a time (species-specific such as "Clupea harengus").
- If a trade name already applies to another species or genus, this name can generally no longer be assigned.
- You do not need a trade description for fish, crustaceans and molluscs that have been prepared or preserved and are imported under CN code 1604 or 1605.
Further information on the assignment of trade names can be found on the website of the Federal Office for Agriculture and Food (BLE).
If you would like an additional designation for an existing trade name, please apply for a new trade name.
All lists can be viewed and downloaded from the BLE website.
Process flow
You must apply for the registration of a new trade name in writing.
- You can apply for the trade name on the BLE website via the "Online application" link. Simply follow the instructions on the form and complete any missing information.
- You will receive a notification that your application has been received. The BLE will also point out any missing information.
- The BLE will process your application and then inform you of the result.
- If a new trade name is recognized, the announcement will be made in the Federal Gazette.
Requirements
You must be a market participant or operator, i.e. you must commercially market fishery or aquaculture products.
- place on the market,
- transfer them within the Community
- import or
- export them.
Note: Fishing industry associations are not eligible to apply.
Which documents are required?
- Reasons why the proposed name should be given
- If applicable, images and other evidence
What are the fees?
There are no costs for you.
What deadlines do I have to pay attention to?
You must submit the application at least 6 weeks before the planned use of the trade name.
Processing duration
The processing time is usually 6 weeks.
Legal basis
- Act on the Implementation of European Community Legislation on the Labeling of Fish and Fishery Products (Fish Labeling Act - FischEtikettG)
- Regulation (EU) No 1379/2013 of the European Parliament and of the Council of 11 December 2013 on the common organization of the markets in fishery and aquaculture products
- Ordinance on the Implementation of the Fish Labeling Act (Fish Labeling Ordinance - FischEtikettV)
Appeal
Forms: yes
Online procedure possible: yes
Written form required: yes
Personal appearance required: no
Further Information
- BLE fact sheet on the application for a trade name on the website of the Federal Office for Agriculture and Food
- Information on fish labeling on the website of the Federal Office for Agriculture and Food
- List of trade names on the website of the Federal Office for Agriculture and Food
- Provisional trade names on the website of the Federal Office for Agriculture and Food
Author
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- List of trade names for fishery and aquaculture products Registration
Remark: Display of performance in the source portal
Technically approved by
Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL)
Professionally released on
19.10.2021
Source: Zuständigkeitsfinder Thüringen (Linie6PLus)
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