2024-12-14 17:55:09
Business
Food

Dispute Over Dubai Chocolate Labeling

The controversy surrounding the labeling of 'Dubai chocolate' has escalated, with importer Andreas Wilmers issuing cease and desist letters to Aldi Süd and Lidl. Both retailers have introduced products labeled as Dubai chocolate, which Wilmers claims are misleading since they do not originate from Dubai.

The Federal Association of the German Confectionery Industry states that chocolate made globally can be labeled as such, leading to further confusion. In response to the allegations, Lindt altered its product name to 'Dubai Style Chocolate.' The thriving market for Dubai chocolate, featuring various forms, is popular among consumers despite the ongoing disputes over authenticity and labeling practices.

rp_online
13. Dezember 2024 um 16:00

Chocolate Dispute: Cease and Desist for Aldi Süd and Lidl Regarding Dubai Chocolate

Economy
Finance
Wilmers, the sole importer of genuine Dubai chocolate, has issued cease and desist letters to Aldi Süd and Lidl regarding their Dubai chocolate products. Lidl offers the "Deluxe Dubai Chocolate" in 20 stores, and the "MilanGo Dubai Chocolate" is set to be available nationwide in 3,250 Lidl stores from 16.12. Aldi Süd plans to sell the "Alyan Handmade Chocolade". According to Wilmers, Aldi's product design violates the Food Information Regulation (LMIV). According to the Federal Association of..
focus
14. Dezember 2024 um 07:40

Misleading Origin - Lidl and Aldi Receive a Warning in the Dispute over the "Dubai Chocolate"

Economy
Lidl and Aldi are selling a "Dubai chocolate" that, according to importer Andreas Wilmers, is misleading, as it does not originate from Dubai. Wilmers has issued warnings to both companies as well as others such as the Swiss chocolate manufacturer Lindt, and is demanding cease-and-desist declarations, as the term "Dubai chocolate" is not permitted. Lindt subsequently changed the product name to "Dubai Style Chocolade". In addition, smugglers in Austria tried to profit from the "Dubai chocolate"..
gmx
14. Dezember 2024 um 11:28

Dubai Chocolate in All Variations

Economy
Dubai chocolate is very popular and is offered in many variations such as crêpes, waffles, bars, pastries and almonds; sales outlets include Anteplioglu, Römerberg Christmas Market (including mulled wine and children's carousel), Rewe, Aldi, Lidl, Bauder and Heberer; prices range between 2.45 and 12.50 euros; the full milk and white chocolate varieties are particularly in demand; even skeptics like Monika Zanick buy the chocolate.
DER SPIEGEL
14. Dezember 2024 um 17:31

Importer of Dubai Chocolate: "I brought the first bars to Germany in rolling suitcases" - DER SPIEGEL

Economy
The entrepreneur Andreas Wilmers exclusively imports the handcrafted Dubai chocolate to Germany. He had a good nose for this business.
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