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Dispute over trademark rights: Ritter Sport vs. Haferriegel: That's what the dispute is about

The chocolate producer is suing the square oat bar "Monnemer Quadrat Bio". The Stuttgart Higher Regional Court is supporting the lawsuit. What could this mean for other products like "Knoppers"?

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Dispute over trademark rights: Ritter Sport vs. Haferriegel: That's what the dispute is about

The Oberlandesgericht Stuttgart is set to announce its decision in a trademark dispute between Ritter Sport and Wacker over a square-shaped oat bar called "Monnemer Quadrat Bio". Ritter Sport claims that Wacker's product infringes on its trademark rights, which have been protected since 1996. The court previously signaled that it would likely side with Ritter Sport, and a decision in their favor could have implications for other square-shaped sweet snacks.

The case will conclude with the court's verdict on November 5, although either party may still appeal to the Bundesgerichtshof.

Written by urgent.news from Handelsblatt's report — not a translation of it. Machine-written — may contain errors; check the original before relying on it.

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