Nutella declared 'well-known' trademark in India in blow to counterfeiters

By Freny Patel ( July 30, 2025, 00:20 GMT | Insight) -- Nutella has been declared a "well-known trademark" in India, a significant win for global confectionery giant Ferrero. The Delhi High Court ruling also sets a strong precedent against counterfeiters and acknowledges the iconic hazelnut spread's extensive global reputation. The court decision came as part of a trademark-infringement suit where Ferrero was awarded $36,000 in damages and a permanent injunction against Mumbai-based MB Enterprises.Global confectionery giant Ferrero secured a win as an Indian court officially declared "Nutella" a "well-known trademark" under Indian law. This landmark ruling not only recognizes the iconic hazelnut cocoa spread's extensive transborder reputation but also sets a strong precedent against counterfeiters operating within the country....

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Nutella declared 'well-known' trademark in India in blow to counterfeiters

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