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Restricted claim

“Eco”

Is “Eco” allowed under the EU Green Claims Directive (2024/825)?

High-risk claim Generic environmental

Why it is restricted

The bare prefix, used on badges and product tiers, carries the same implied overall benefit as "eco-friendly" while being even less specific.

Say this instead

Drop the prefix and show the licence: "EU Ecolabel, licence EU/030/123."

Legal basis

Directive 2005/29/EC, Annex I point 4a, inserted by Directive 2024/825 (generic environmental claim)

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