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Article L412-10 of the French Consumer Code

The names used to designate foodstuffs of animal origin may not be used to describe, market or promote foodstuffs containing plant proteins. A decree shall set the proportion of plant proteins above which this designation is not possible. This decree shall also define the procedures for applying this article and the penalties incurred in the event of non-compliance.

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Article L412-10

Les dénominations utilisées pour désigner des denrées alimentaires d’origine animale ne peuvent être utilisées pour décrire, commercialiser ou promouvoir des denrées alimentaires comportant des protéines végétales. Un décret fixe la part de protéines végétales au-delà de laquelle cette dénomination n’est pas possible. Ce décret définit également les modalités d’application du présent article et les sanctions encourues en cas de manquement.

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