The PDO protection mark

The designation of origin “Prosciutto di Modena” is legally protected by Law no.11 of 12 January 1990: “Protection of the designation of origin of Prosciutto di Modena, definition of the production zone and product characteristics” and EC Reg. 1107/1996, with which Prosciutto di Modena was awarded PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) status.

Prosciutto di Modena can bear the PDO mark when it meets the following essential requirements:

• there must be a strong link between the production zone and the geographical environment in which production takes place
• it must be made from raw materials with specific characteristics, which come from an explicitly defined geographical area
• the production procedures outlined in the production regulations, as verified during checks by the authorised body, must be complied with