The Government of the Balearic Islands has seized a batch of sangria at Palma Airport that was marketed using the name “Mallorca” despite having been produced and bottled outside the island. This action forms part of ongoing measures aimed at protecting local products, ensuring fair competition, and safeguarding consumer rights.

The seized batch consisted of 118 bottles in various formats, which were reportedly intended for sale within the airport premises. The commercial use of the island’s name on a product not made in Mallorca may constitute a serious infringement of agri-food quality regulations, carrying a minimum potential fine of €3,001, without prejudice to the outcome of the corresponding administrative proceedings.

The Balearic Government takes action at Palma Airport against the improper use of the name “Mallorca” on food products

The Directorate General for Agri-food Quality and Local Products has emphasised that such practices undermine producers who comply with regulatory standards and work to uphold the quality values associated with the territory. Particular concern has been expressed regarding the impact on consumers, especially tourists, who expect products labelled with the name “Mallorca” to genuinely originate from the island.

This intervention is part of the ongoing inspection and control activities carried out to monitor protected names and verify the declared origin of agri-food products marketed in the Balearic Islands. The objective is twofold: to protect local producers from unfair competition and to ensure that consumers receive accurate and reliable information about the products they purchase.

The Balearic Government reiterates its firm commitment to defending local production, promoting transparency in food marketing, and acting decisively against any misuse of geographical names linked to the Balearic Islands.