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Tony’s Chocolonely Faces Legal Battle with Milka Over Copycat Campaign

by February 23, 2024
February 23, 2024
Tony’s Chocolonely Faces Legal Battle with Milka Over Copycat Campaign

In a clash of titans within the chocolate industry, Tony’s Chocolonely finds itself embroiled in a legal dispute with Milka, one of Europe’s leading chocolate manufacturers.

The contention arises from Tony’s recent marketing campaign, which Milka alleges infringes upon its intellectual property rights.

Tony’s Chocolonely, renowned for its ethical stance and commitment to combating child labor in the cocoa industry, recently unveiled a bold initiative in Germany and Austria. The Dutch chocolate company introduced four temporary wrappers, each bearing a striking resemblance to iconic bars produced by major industry players including Milka, Nestle, Mars, and Ferrero.

The move, according to Tony’s Chocolonely, was a deliberate attempt to shed light on the pervasive issue of child labor within cocoa supply chains. By mimicking the packaging of well-known brands, the company aimed to draw attention to the exploitation prevalent in cocoa farming, particularly in regions like Ghana and Côte d’Ivoire.

However, Milka’s parent company, Mondelez, swiftly responded with legal action, asserting that Tony’s campaign amounted to trademark infringement. Mondelez cited its ownership of a color trademark in Europe, which formed the basis of the injunction imposed against Tony’s Chocolonely.

Tony’s Chocolonely, while acknowledging the injunction, remains resolute in its commitment to its cause. The company has since altered the branding on its bars, replacing the contentious purple color – a parody of Milka’s iconic packaging – with a neutral grey tone. Despite this concession, Tony’s expressed its intention to appeal the injunction, emphasizing its dedication to supporting fair wages for cocoa farmers rather than funding legal battles.

In a statement shared on LinkedIn, Tony’s Chocolonely reiterated its mission to address systemic issues within the cocoa industry, emphasizing the plight of millions of children trapped in labor on cocoa farms. The company’s bold approach to advocacy has garnered both praise and controversy in the past, exemplified by its 2021 advent calendar campaign, which sparked heated debate over its unconventional messaging.

Milka’s response to the current legal dispute underscores its commitment to safeguarding its brand identity and intellectual property. While refraining from commenting on the specifics of ongoing litigation, Mondelez emphasized its duty to protect the integrity of its brands, cultivated over centuries of operation.

This clash between Tony’s Chocolonely and Milka encapsulates broader tensions within the chocolate industry, where ethical concerns intersect with commercial imperatives. As the legal battle unfolds, it remains to be seen how both companies will navigate the delicate balance between corporate interests and social responsibility in an increasingly conscientious consumer landscape.

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