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Time of India
12 hours ago
- Business
- Time of India
Nutella gets ‘well-known trademark' status in India: Delhi High Court rules in Ferrero's favour
Live Events (You can now subscribe to our (You can now subscribe to our Economic Times WhatsApp channel The Delhi High Court has declared Italy's leading chocolate producers and confectioner Ferrero International SpA 's 'Nutella' a well-known trademark under Indian Trade Marks Act, 1999, considering its goodwill and reputation across the globe, including court said that Ferrero International SpA , part of the world-renowned Ferrero Group, and its counterparts have been continuously and uninterruptedly using Nutella since 1946 and have valid and subsisting registration thereof from Saurabh Banerjee in an exparte order said that Ferrero's Nutella trademark has completed 50 years of its presence in the Indian market in 2014. 'By virtue of its long-standing use, extensive marketing, and unique trade dress, 'NUTELLA' has become synonymous to a thick creamy hazelnut cocoa plaintiffs have been able to cross the threshold,' the court said, adding that the mark has also been recognised by WIPO and the International Trademark Italian company has successfully met the statutory test under the 1999 Trade Marks Act for well-known mark recognition, noting Nutella's presence globally since judge noted that the Italian company has spent Rs three crore, Rs seven crore and Rs 16 crores from FY 2020-21, 2021-22 and 2022-23, respectively, on promotions. Besides,it has gross sales figures of Rs 233 crore, Rs 145 crore and Rs 106 crore for the financial years 2020-21, 2021-22 and 2022-23 respectively. "This leaves no shadow of doubt that plaintiffs are well established in the markets all across the globe and are not mere fly-by-night operators. Their registered trademarks Nutella and its variants are recognised all across the globe, including but not limited to India," said Justice Banerjee direction came on a trademark infringement suit filed by Ferrero SpA and its affiliates against Thane-based MB Enterprises which engaged in manufacturing, supplying, distributing and selling large quantities of counterfeit Nutella products bearing identical trademarks, labels, and trade dress to counterfeiting was uncovered during a 2021 raid by the Maharashtra Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which seized nearly 10 lakh units and packaging materials imitating Nutella court noted that counterfeiting posed serious public health risks - particularly to children - and involved clear mala fide intent to deceive consumers. 'If not stopped, the same can cause serious public harm…The aspect of due diligence and circumspection is necessary,' the order stated, while permanently restraining M.B. Enterprises, its partners, proprietors from manufacturing, packaging, supplying, distributing, selling and dealing in any manner whatsoever with counterfeit Nutella products or any product similar to the petitioner's trademark."... if the defendant is allowed to continue under such circumstances, it is likely to result in causing utter confusion, lead to deception and cause damage amongst the members of the public at large as also to the long well-established goodwill and reputation of the plaintiffs as well," the order stated, asking M.B. Enterprises to pay Rs 30 lakh as damages to Ferrero and costs and special costs of Rs two lakh to Delhi High Court Bar Association Lawyers Social Security and Welfare Fund.
Mint
20 hours ago
- Business
- Mint
Delhi HC declares Nutella a ‘well-known trademark' in Ferrero filed infringement case
The Delhi High Court has officially declared Nutella, the popular hazelnut cocoa spread, as a 'well-known trademark', observing that the brand enjoys widespread recognition not just in India but across the globe. 'This leaves no shadow of doubt that plaintiffs are well established in the markets all across the globe and are not mere fly-by-night operators. Their registered trademarks 'NUTELLA'/ and its variants are recognised all across the globe, including but not limited to India,' LiveLaw quoted Justice Saurabh Banerjee in his ruling. The Court also took into account that Nutella had already been recognised as a 'well-known trademark' by both the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the International Trademark Association. The judgment came in response to a suit filed by Ferrero SpA, the Italian confectionery company behind Nutella, against a company accused of trademark infringement. According to the allegations reported by LiveLaw, the defendant was engaged in the manufacture, supply, and sale of counterfeit Nutella products that bore identical trademarks, labels, and trade dress to that of Ferrero's original. Ruling in Ferrero's favour, the Court expressed concern over the public health risks posed by such counterfeit goods, particularly because they are edible products consumed by a wide demographic, including children.
News.com.au
a day ago
- Health
- News.com.au
Aussies are losing their minds over a ‘horrifying' US food staple
A new social media trend has revealed the disturbing truth about bread in the US, leaving Aussies reeling. In clips posted to TikTok, users can be seen squishing slices of bread into a ball, claiming it will 'bounce back like memory foam' due to excessive additives. And alas, after a couple of minutes the bread unravels itself and returns to its original form – pristine and intact. Unsurprisingly, Aussies flooded the comment sections of the videos, expressing their horror at the sight. 'In Australia, when you put the bread in the shopping bag at the checkout, it always goes on top because once it's squished, it's forever squished,' wrote one. 'In Australia, when you spread Nutella on the slice you rip a hole in it,' said another. 'I'm Australian. I accidentally placed a box of tissues on my bread when leaving the grocery store and arrived home to a packet of pita bread,' wrote a third. One US woman even found that bread left in her kitchen over eight months had failed to develop any mould. Other Americans jumped in to share their thoughts on the bizarre sight. 'As an American who eats American bread, I'm never eating bread ever again,' said one horrified person. 'My bread doesn't even mould anymore, I can't remember the last time I saw it happen,' said another. 'Is our bread not supposed to do that?,' questioned a third. So naturally, I immediately ran to my kitchen to conduct my own experiment. For my research I used a slice of Helga's wholemeal bread, which in this economy, should be considered a selfless act for the good of science. Then I squished it into a ball which immediately crumpled the slice, leaving little breadcrumbs all over my counter. The bread did eventually un-crumple after around three minutes, but the damage was done. It was certainly no longer screaming, 'eat me.' So, now that we've reached that conclusion it's time to find out what the deal is with American bread. American bread is typically made using five food additives, these being: Azodicarbonamide (whitening and dough conditioner, more famously found in yoga mats), Potassium bromate and iodate (rising agents), BHA and BHT (preservatives). Australia and much else of the world has imposed strict bans on Azodicarbonamide, Potassium bromate and iodate, which have been linked to cancer and asthma – but the US won't budge. Although wheat in the US isn't genetically modified, the majority of non-organic crops are sprayed with glyphosate to dry out grain for earlier harvesting. In 2020, global pharmaceutical giant Bayer spent $US10.9 billion ($15.87 billion) to settle over 90,000 lawsuits alleging the company's glyphosate weedkiller, Roundup, causes cancer. That same year, an Irish court ruled that the bread served at sandwich chain Subway could not be defined as bread but instead as confectionary, due to its high sugar content. While it might be a blessing to some that their bread doesn't grow mould or can survive a whole week's grocery shop sitting on top of it – the trend has opened up a concerning conversation about the quality of food we receive. Maybe the US has too much going on right now to consider its bread, but it's definitely food for thought when the ingredients look more like they belong in a lab rather than on your plate.
Daily Record
a day ago
- General
- Daily Record
Nutella fans stunned after realising they've been saying brand's name wrong for years
The chocolate hazelnut spread is a staple in fridges across the nation and is a firm favourite with Brits, but it seems many people have been pronouncing it wrong. Nutella, the globally celebrated chocolate hazelnut spread, remains a cupboard staple in households and features prominently on menus. However, despite its enormous appeal, fans are stunned to learn they've been pronouncing its name wrong for decades. Despite the hazelnut delicacy outperforming British-born Marmite in sales, 88% of Brits surveyed confess to mispronouncing the product. Whilst millions tuck into the silky, chocolatey delight each day, hardly anyone realises that the proper pronunciation isn't " NUT-ella " – it's genuinely " NOU-tell-uh ". Nutella, the cherished brand manufactured by Italian firm Ferrero, is genuinely pronounced with a gentle "new" and not a harsh "nut" at the beginning. According to Jack Bird, Branding expert for Add People, the SME Digital Marketing agency: "The confusion lies in the brand's international roots - a problem many brands face when expanding from an SME to a global product. "Nutella was invented in Italy in the 1960s as a cheaper sweet treat to chocolate. Whilst its name is a blend of the word 'nut' and 'ella' meaning 'sweet', and even has NUT in bold on packaging, the nut sounds closer to 'noot' or 'new' in the native language." To make things even more puzzling, the packaging displays the 'nut' in bold lettering, a styling decision that confuses English speakers into drawing incorrect conclusions. James Stewart, Marketing Director for Nutella, Ferrero UK & Ireland, confirmed the pronunciation in 2021, stating, "As Nutella is enjoyed in every corner of the world, there have long been some fun debates on how it should be pronounced. "Our Nutella team wanted to share how we pronounce the iconic spread's name. We emphasise the 'NOU' in 'NOU-tella', but we don't mind how our fans decide to pronounce it - the most important thing to us is that you enjoy it! "Next time you reach for that iconic jar, remember: it's NOU-tell-uh, even if it feels a little weird to say at first. It still tastes amazing – however you say it.'
Miami Herald
a day ago
- Business
- Miami Herald
Iconic candy bar launches 3 new flavors to win back customers
In 2023, households across the country spent an average of $164 on candy and chewing gum, which is 31.2% higher than in 2022, and a staggering 86.4% more than in 2013, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics. This doesn't just suggest that Americans are eating more candy; rather, it suggests that the price of sweets has dramatically increased, driven by inflation, higher labor costs, and other factors. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter Over the last few years, consumers have been raising concerns about candy companies' new trend of shrinking packages and raising prices. One post on Reddit from two years ago reveals an image of a piece of tiramisu, with the consumer saying that the price for the piece is close to the cost of the entire cake. Despite rising costs and new health trends among younger generations, the U.S. candy market is not subsiding. It was valued at $16.3 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow to $23.2 billion by 2032. After all, there's nothing more comforting than your favorite candy. Especially that first bite after a long craving. For some, it feels like a drug. According to Food Republic, Mars Inc.'s Snickers is the best-selling candy bar in the world. However, it is not everyone's favorite. That's why the candy bar market is constantly evolving, with new treats being launched regularly. Butterfinger is an iconic candy, and its combination of a "crispety, crunchety, peanut buttery" bar dressed with a thick chocolatey layer seems to hit the spot for a large group of sweet tooths. Related: Pepsi copies Coca-Cola to win back health-conscious consumers In 2018, the Ferrero Group, known for legendary brands Nutella, Kinder, Tic Tac, and Ferrero Rocher, acquired Butterfinger for $2.8 billion in cash. Ferrero has a history of innovations and product launches. Just recently, it revealed the first Nutella innovation in over 60 years: Nutella Peanut, which will be available in spring 2026. The brand recently released the Salted Caramel Butterfinger, and some consumers raved about it on Reddit. Several posts on different threads claim that the new candy is far better than any other Butterfinger. Some said they can't wait for the remaining two new flavors to become available. Butterfinger will roll out the new Marshmallow flavor in mid-August, and next year, consumers will be in for a treat with a special French Toast flavor. The Marshmallow flavor is said to include the candy bar's signature crispy, peanut butter-concentrated filling wrapped in a white chocolate coating with a marshmallow flavor. It's basically a familiar and beloved format with a twist. More Retail: Supermarket inflation: Beef prices soar as egg prices fallLevi's shares plan to beat tariffs, keep holiday prices downAmazon's quiet pricing twist on tariffs stuns shoppers According to comments, consumers are most excited about the French Toast Butterfinger flavor set to roll out early in 2026. This just might be a good move for the candy brand to regain customers. After Ferrero took over the Butterfinger from Nestle, many consumers turned away, arguing that the beloved candy bar just didn't taste the same anymore. "They used to be my all time fav candy, but now I don't even like them. I miss the old recipe so much," one consumer wrote on Reddit. Another one didn't comment on the new ones, but expressed nostalgia for the old one that was "unique and replicable." However, as tastes differ, not everyone agrees that the reformulated Butterfinger is inferior to the original. Some buyers even argue that the candy is now better. Related: Target delights shoppers with savings event, 30% discounts "I actually prefer them now that Ferrero took over. They don't have this cloying chemical flavor, the chocolatey coating actually melts, and it doesn't stick in your teeth." When the reformulated Butterfinger was introduced in 2019, it faced considerable consumer backlash, but eventually, it was a success, with sales reportedly improving 17.7%, according to BackThenHistory. However, looking at the myriad of comments, some consumers still crave the original Butterfinger, which means Ferrero has room for improvement to win back those customers. Perhaps these new flavors will do the trick, as consumers will be expecting something brand new rather than something old and familiar. Related: Veteran fund manager unveils eye-popping S&P 500 forecast The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
