France bans use of carnivore terms on vegetarian products
France has banned the use of terms like 'steak' on plant-based products, with fines for violations. Terms like 'escalope', 'ham', 'filet', and 'prime rib' can no longer be used. Some exceptions exist for products with a small amount of plant-based content. The ruling is in response to complaints from the meat industry.
Key Points
- Ban on terms like 'steak', 'escalope', 'ham', 'filet', and 'prime rib' on plant-based products
- Exceptions for products with small amounts of plant-based content
- Fines for violations, with grace period for compliance
Pros
- Clarity for consumers regarding the nature of vegetarian products
- Protection of traditional meat industry
Cons
- Restriction on creativity and marketing for plant-based companies