Regulation No. 596/2016 on the registration of product names.

This regulation establishes rules for registering, using, labeling, and supervising protected product names, including food and other products under the scope of Act No. 130/2014. It defines key terms such as product, product name, and product description, and recognizes products with traditions of at least 30 years. The regulation details the application process to the Icelandic Food and Veterinary Authority, including required documentation, fees, and review procedures by relevant experts and organizations. Decisions on registration are published officially, and applicants can appeal under administrative law. Supervision ensures that the use of registered names complies with the product description, and the regulation also addresses the relationship between registered product names and pre-existing trademarks or well-known marks. Penalties apply for violations.