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Swiss Court Bans Animal Names for Vegan Products

5/4/2025

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Switzerland's Federal Supreme Court has made a groundbreaking decision, ruling that vegan meat substitutes cannot bear animal names such as "planted.chicken" or "vegan pork," deeming them misleading to consumers. This ruling supports the federal government's stance while allowing terms like "sausage" and "steak" to remain in use, ensuring clarity in the plant-based market.

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Switzerland's Federal Supreme Court has made a groundbreaking decision, ruling that vegan meat substitutes cannot bear animal names such as "planted.chicken" or "vegan pork," deeming them misleading to consumers. This ruling supports the federal government's stance while allowing terms like "sausage" and "steak" to remain in use, ensuring clarity in the plant-based market.