15-07-2026 16:30
Workshop on Combating Misleading Labelling Practices in the EU
“Made in … where?” What do origin labels and “Made in EU” claims really tell us? And do current EU rules ensure sufficient transparency for consumers and fair competition for European producers? Footwear, strollers, honey... Across different sectors, questions rise regarding the use and understanding of origin-related claims. Products made partly or fully outside the EU are sometimes marked “Made in EU”, “European” or “designed in Europe”, creating misleading information and unfair competition.
The workshop built on several petitions submitted to the Committee on Petitions (PETI), including 0072/2025, 0956/2025, and 0141/2023, and explored whether the current EU framework on product origin and labelling provides consumers with sufficient clarity to make informed choices, while ensuring certainty and fair competition for businesses within the EU Single Market.
Representatives from the European Commission and academic experts discussed the existing EU legal framework on labelling practices, enforcement challenges, consumer perceptions of origin claims, and the economic implications of unclear or potentially misleading labelling practices.
CONTACT: Policy Department for Citizens, Equality and Culture - poldep-iust-a@europarl.europa.eu
The workshop is open to the public with European Parliament access and can also be followed online via the Parliament's webstreaming platform.