KNOWING A PRODUCT, RECOGNISING A SAVOIR-FAIRE
 

The GI allows the consumer to establish a link between a product’s geographical area and the local savoir-faire.

ORIGIN, QUALITY AND AUTHENTICITY
 

In buying a product stamped "Porcelaine de Limoges", the consumer has the assurance to acquire a porcelain entirely manufactured in the geographical area of the GI, namely the French department of Haute-Vienne.
Through strict specifications made up of 12 points, the GI also allows transparency on the products’ origin and method of manufacture, particularly ensuring the traceability of manufacturing operations."
As such, manufacturers and / or decorators (operating members) must obtain an individual certification from an accredited inspection body to verify compliance with the GI specifications. The list of officially certified operators is sent to the INPI and published in the Official Bulletin of Industrial Property, in accordance with article L721-6 point 5 of the Code of Intellectual Property. This list is regularly updated.