Definition
A geographical indication (or GI brand) is a mark that identifies a good or service as originating in the territory of a country, or a region or locality in that territory, where a given quality, reputation or other characteristic of the good or service are essentially attributable to its geographical origin. Typically, a geographical indication includes or consists of the name of the place of origin.
Examples:
Colombia – Colombian Coffee
Scotland – Scotch Whisky
India – Darjeeling Tea, Madhubani Paintings
Idaho – Idaho Potatoes
References
- World Intellectual Property Organization, Geographical Indications.
- Common Language in Marketing Project, 2020.