Tackling unjustified territorial supply constraints in the Single Market

ZVR 235298037 Stellungnahme des Österreichischen Verbands der Markenartikelindustrie zur Aufforderung der Europäischen Kommission zum Call for Evidence for an Impact Assessment zu „Territorial Supply Constraints“ Der Österreichische Verband der Markenartikelindustrie nimmt im Folgenden Stellung zur EU- Initiative „Territorial Supply Constraints“ und bewertet aus seiner Sicht die angefragten regulatorischen Maßnahmen…

GIRP Response Response to Commission Call for Evidence on Tackling Unjustified Territorial Supply Constraints (TSCs) GIRP – 24 April 2026 Introduction The European Healthcare Distribution Association (GIRP) supports the Commission’s initiative to tackle Unjustified Territorial Supply Constraints (TSCs).

Poland’s comments on Territorial Supply Constraints (TSCs) Poland has been actively engaged, from the outset of discussions at EU level, in analysing the scale of territorial supply constraints (TSCs), in particular with regard to the situation on the Polish market. These efforts have included extensive consultations with Polish businesses, as well as internal consultations with the competent national authorities.

AIM - the European Brands Association - represents branded manufacturers operating across integrated EU supply chains, supplying retailers and wholesalers throughout the Single Market; Any initiative affecting these supply chains must be grounded in a robust, evidence-based impact assessment. At present, there is no sufficient basis to assess or support any of the policy options outlined in the Call for Evidence.

Preventing and addressing TSCs is essential for the Latvian economy, in particular to promote the competitiveness of market participants in the trade sector and to safeguard the public interest. Latvia is in favour of jointly addressing the issue of TSCs at EU level, including in light of the negative impact of TSCs on product prices for consumers and unjustified price differences, thus providing full access to the…

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Territorial supply constraints are restrictions imposed by large multinational brand manufacturers which prevent retailers and wholesalers from making use of the Single Market. The use of territorial supply constraints is widespread across the EU and affects consumers in the form of higher prices and lower choice.

The Greek Association of Branded Product Manufacturers (ESVEP / Brands in Greece) represents branded manufacturers and suppliers operating in Greeces fast-moving consumer goods market, including companies with production, warehousing, and distribution activities serving both the domestic market and customers across the EU.

H-1012 Budapest, Logodi utca 9., 1.em.7. Ref. Ares(2026)4273754 - 24/04/2026 EU transparency reg.: 640289928623-13 A MAGYARORSZÁGI FELELŐS ÉLELMISZERGYÁRTÓK SZÖVETSÉGE ÉSZREVÉTELEI A TERÜLETI ELLÁTÁSI KORLÁTOZÁSOK (TERRITORIAL SUPPLY CONSTRAINTS – TSC) TÉMÁJÁBAN INDÍTOTT EURÓPAI BIZOTTSÁG ÁLTAL KEZDEMÉNYEZETT VÉLEMÉNYEZÉSI FELHÍVÁSRA 2026.04.24.

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Territorial supply constraints are limitations imposed by certain large manufacturers that make it very difficult or impossible for retailers to buy products in one EU country and resell them in another. They fragment the single market, limit consumer choice and contribute to significant price differences across the EU for daily consumer goods.

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Fevia’s contribution to Call for Evidence unjustified territorial supply constraints Starting point of Call for Evidence – Tackling : unproven assumption Fevia, the federation of the Belgian food processing companies, supports the objectivewell of afunctioningSingle Market and welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the European Commission’s Call for Evidence on territorial supply constraints (TSCs).

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The French Retail Federation (FCD) welcomes the European Commissions initiative to address territorial supply constraints, which generate significant adverse effects on consumers' purchasing power and the Single Market. As competition law cannot address all situations, we consider the adoption of a proportionate legislative proposal by the Commission to be the most adequate measure. Please, find our paper attached.

The European Tissue Symposium (ETS) submission highlights the strategic importance of the European tissue sector as a provider of essential hygiene products and a contributor to public health, local economies, and the circular economy.

RESPONSE TO THE EUROPEAN COMMISSION'S CALL FOR EVIDENCE Single Market – Tackling Unjustified Territorial Supply Constraints Impact Assessment Consultation | GROW F3 April 2026 This paper is the result of a collaboration between: - Diego Crespo & Nina Methens | MARIMÓN ABOGADOS | Spain - Dr. Kim Manuel Künstner | SCHULTE RECHTSANWÄLTE | Germany 1.

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The Food and Beverage Coordination of the Croatian Employers Association Food and Agriculture Industry Association considers that the food and beverage market in the European Union does not constitute a homogeneous market with uniform costs, but rather a set of interconnected national and local markets.

The Federal Association for the Trade in Drugstore Products would like to express its gratitude for the opportunity to submit this statement. In principle, we welcome the European Commissions initiative to address unjustified territorial delivery restrictions on everyday consumer goods; at the same time, it is essential to ensure that a distinction is made between unjustified and legitimate differences.

24 April 2026 EDANA Response to the Call for Evidence on Unjustified Territorial Supply Constraints Context and key message The European nonwovens industry is a strategic enabling sector for a wide range of essential applications, notably hygiene and health products (such as menstrual pads, baby diapers and incontinence products) as well as construction materials (including insulation, roofing membranes and…

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UNI Europa Commerce welcomes the European Commissions initiative to address unjustified territorial supply constraints (TSCs) and supports efforts to improve the functioning of the EU Single Market. Removing unjustified barriers can enhance cross-border sourcing, strengthen competition and increase efficiency.

The Confederation of Finnish Industries (EK) appreciates the opportunity to provide feedback to the Commission´s consultation in the matter captioned above. EK supports well-functioning Single Market which is best supported by clear and predictable regulatory environment.

The Coca-Cola Company and its bottling partners in Europe operate a locally embedded business model, with 75 bottling plants across 24 EU Member States, supporting over 39,000 direct jobs, more than 780,000 indirect jobs, and approximately EUR 46 billion in value added annually to European economies across our value chain.

24 avril 2026 Appel à contributions sur les restrictions territoriales d’approvisionnement La FEBEA salue l’opportunité de formuler des observations concernant une éventuelle action de l’Union européenne dans le domaine des restrictions territoriales d’approvisionnement (RTA).

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Input NL Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate for the call for evidence on the topic of territorial supply constraints Prohibition of discrimination based on nationality is fundamental to the Single Market, however due to a gap in legislation it is allowed in certain cases. • • • • • • • The Netherlands shares the ambition of the European Commission (EC) to complete the EU Single Market.

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Centromarca feedback to the Call for Evidence on Tackling Unjustified Territorial Supply Constraints CENTROMARCA FEEDBACK TO THE CALL FOR EVIDENCE ON TACKLING UNJUSTIFIED TERRITORIAL SUPPLY CONSTRAINTS Centromarca feedback to the Call for Evidence on Tackling Unjustified Territorial Supply Constraints Centromarca, representing the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) industry in Italy, welcomes the opportunity to…

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ХРАНИ НАПИТКИ БЪЛГАРИЯ FOOD DRlNk BULGARlA КОМИСИЯ ДО ЕВРОПЕЙСКАТА ОТ СДРУЖЕНИЕ „ХРАНИИ НАПИТКИ БЪЛГАРИЯ“ 98 Със седалище и адрес: България, гр.София, бул.България Email: [email removed] на Доказателства Комисия за представяне ОТНОСНО: Покана на Европейската относно предложения, свързани с регулацията на неоснователни териториални на становища 24 ограниченияна Доставките (TSC), с краен срок за предоставяне април…

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The Federation considers that the Commission has not yet demonstrated a clear need for new EU regulation beyond the current antitrust framework. The Commission notes that competition law can address unlawful territorial restrictions. The solutions adopted show that EU competition law works.

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PepsiCo contribution to the European Commission’s Call for Evidence for an Impact Assessment on Territorial Supply Constraints PepsiCo thanks the European Commission for the opportunity to contribute to the Call for Evidence for an Impact Assessment on Territorial Supply Constraints (TSCs).

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24 April 2024 Ref. Ares(2026)4264056 - 24/04/2026 Call for evidence on Territorial Supply Constraints Executive summary Cosmetics Europe supports the objective of a well-functioning single market. However, the call for evidence submitted by the Commission lacks several elements necessary for a comprehensive and objective appraisal of Territorial Supply Constraints (TSCs) and contains factual inaccuracies and bias…

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The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCCI) welcomes the initiative of the European Commission to launch a consultation on the issue of Territorial Supply Constraints (TSCs), which constitutes an important matter for the functioning of the Single Market and the competitiveness of businesses.

S TELLUNGNAHME DES M ARKENVERBANDES ZUR Aufforderung der Europäischen Kommission zum Call for Evidence For an Impact Assessment zu „Territorial Supply Constraints“ Die Markenwirtschaft steht in Deutschland für einen Markenumsatz in Höhe von knapp 1,1 Bill. Euro und rund 5,2 Mio. Arbeitsplätze.

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Submission by Vakcentrum (The Netherlands) Vakcentrum is the Dutch trade association representing independent retailers and franchisees (SMEs) in sectors including supermarkets, food specialty stores and organic shops. Our members operate in highly competitive local markets and rely on efficient sourcing and fair access to products across the European Single Market.

Based on the European Commissions previous analysis and the limited evidence available to date, A.I.S.E. does not consider that additional EU regulation on Territorial Supply Constraints is justified at this stage. Existing findings do not indicate a widespread or systemic Single Market problem, while market outcomes are influenced by a range of legitimate factors.

The Spanish Spirits Federation would like to express its serious concerns regarding the risk of additional regulatory intervention in a sector that is already facing significant economic, structural and regulatory pressures. As the representative body of the spirits sector in Spain, the Federation brings together leading national operators across the value chain.

Brüssel, 24. April 2026 Deutsche Industrie- und Handelskammer Stellungnahme Regulierung territorialer Angebotsbeschränkungen Wir bedanken uns für die Gelegenheit zur Stellungnahme im Zusammenhang mit der Sondie rung der EU-Kommission zur „Beendigung ungerechtfertigter territorialer Angebotsbeschrän kungen“.

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As an organisation representing food producers, we stress that the EU single market in the agri-food sector is not a single economic area, but a patchwork of local and national markets. Different national rules, different tax systems, different labour costs and different production processes in the 27 Member States inevitably lead to different financial conditions for businesses and thus have a real impact on the…

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A Magyar Márkaszövetség álláspontja a területi ellátási korlátozások (Territorial Supply Constraints – TSC) vonatkozásában A Magyar Márkaszövetség 1995 óta látja el a hazai FMCG-vállalkozások szakmai érdekképviseletét, a releváns piaci szereplők mintegy 80%-át tömörítve. Az alábbiakban teszünk eleget az EU Bizottság 2026. március 5-én megnyitott véleményezési felhívásának (Ref. Ares (2026)3275160 - 27/03/2026).

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Contribution to the Call for Evidence Tackling unjustified Territorial Supply Constraints Comments on the justification and economic rationale of the initiative on Territorial Supply Constraints April 2026 Executive Summary CENTROMARCA, as member of AIM, also supports the objective of a well-functioning Single Market and welcomes continued fact-finding on all Territorial Supply Constraints (TSCs), whether justified…

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As the German Federation of the Spirits Industry and Importers (BSI) ) we would like to express our serious concerns regarding the prospect of additional regulatory intervention. These regulatory constraints affect a sector that is already facing significant economic and structural pressures.

ROMALIMENTA Federatia Patronala Romana din Industria Alimentara Str. Av. Petre Cretu nr. 49, sector 1, Bucuresti Tel./Fax : 004 021 312 4442/ 0720071280 www.romalimenta.ro E-mail: [email removed] Cod Fiscal 7289225 Cont nr. [bank details removed] [phone removed], RAIFFEISEN BANK - S.M.B.

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MBB and the Malta Chamber support the Commissions objective of eliminating unjustified TSCs from the Single Market. In the April 2024 member survey, 76 per cent of respondents agreed that TSC practices should be abolished. This cross-sectoral consensus is significant because only 26 per cent of those same respondents reported having directly experienced a TSC themselves.

Mars, Incorporated | TSC Call for Evidence Response European Commission Call for Evidence — Impact Assessment Ref. Ares(2026)2422469 | 5 March 2026 Single Market: Tackling Unjustified Territorial Supply Constraints Response by Mars, Incorporated 24 April 2026 Contact: [name removed], Vice President, Public Affairs Europe ([email removed]) Note on Confidentiality: This submission contains anonymised and aggregated…

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BABM, the Belgilux Association of Branded Products Manufacturers, supports the objective of a well-functioning Single Market and welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the Commissions Call for Evidence on Territorial Supply Constraints (TSCs). In BABMs view, the case for a new ex ante instrument has not been established.

ALEGACIONES A LA CONSULTA DE LA COMISIÓN EUROPEA SOBRE LAS RESTRICCIONES TERRITORIALES DE SUMINISTRO 1. RESUMEN EJECUTIVO 2 2. NO EXISTE UNA DEFINICIÓN OPERATIVA DE RTS 3 3. NO SE HA DELIMITADO LA APLICACIÓN DE LA NORMATIVA DE COMPETENCIA A LAS RTS 3 4. LOS ESTUDIOS ECONÓMICOS SOBRE LAS RTS SON CONTRADICTORIOS Y NO JUSTIFICAN UNA REGULACIÓN 3 5.

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Federdistribuzione, which represents Italian food and non-food Modern Distribution companies, welcomes the European Commission’s initiative to address territorial supply constraints (TSC). These constraints produce significant negative effects that need to be carefully considered, as: they harm consumers by maintaining higher prices and reducing choice in the most exposed markets; distort intra-EU competition by…

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Ahold Delhaize, being active in multiple EU Member States, is a steadfast supporter of the EU internal market. From an economic standpoint, we strongly believe in sourcing centrally from EU suppliers to pass on the benefits of scale to our customers. However, the current reality of the EU internal market is far from the integrated ideal envisioned by EU treaties.

On behalf of Virke (The Federation of Norwegian Enterprise), Kaupan Liitto (The Finnish Com-merce Federation), Päivittäistavarakauppa ry PTY (Finnish Grocery Trade Association) and Dansk Erhverv (The Danish Chamber of Commerce), we welcome the opportunity to provide input on the Commissions Call for Evidence of 5 March 2026 on tackling unjustified Territorial Supply Constraints (TSCs).

Slovak Association for Branded Products (SZZV) expresses caution regarding sweeping interventions in market mechanisms and emphasises that any measures must not restrict freedom of enterprise, consumer choice, or product diversity.

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Independent Retail Europe welcomes the call for evidence for an impact assessment on how to tackle unjustified Territorial Supply Constraints (TSCs). Retailers and wholesalers are routinely confronted with TSCs whenever they want to source products from large international manufacturers.

Ladies and gentlemen, you will find below the most important demands of the Association of Polish Milk Processors (ZPPM) on the so-called Territorial Supply Constraints (TSC). Please find enclosed the full position of the ZPPM.

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The Federation of Hellenic Food Industries (SEVT), the official representative body of the Hellenic food and drink sector, represents one of the most dynamic sectors of Greek manufacturing, with a turnover exceeding EUR 20 billion, exports surpassing EUR 7 billion, and supporting 376,000 direct and indirect jobs.

Cabinet Vogel & Vogel hereby submits its contribution to the European Commission’s call for evidence on the Single Market initiative “Tackling unjustified territorial supply restrictions”. The Cabinet would like to thank you for your attention to this contribution.

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Completing the Single Market: A level playing field for European citizens: The European single market is a key promise of prosperity and competition, but regional supply and delivery constraints (TSCs) are increasingly undermining this foundation. Large multinational manufacturers restrict the free movement of goods by obliging retailers to purchase products exclusively from national distribution units.

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STANOVISKO Potravinárskej komory Slovenska k regulačným snahám v oblasti jednotného trhu a územných obmedzení dodávok Potravinárska komora Slovenska (ďalej len „PKS“), ako reprezentatívna organizácia potravinárskeho odvetvia v Slovenskej republike a člen strešnej organizácie FoodDrink Europe, pozorne sleduje diskusiu o fungovaní jednotného trhu EÚ.

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It is incredible that, as retailers, we always have to prove the existence of territorial supply constraints. It is painful because retail depends on large manufacturers of A-brands to get goods in their shops. Manufacturers that merge and acquire each other and can produce globally where they want, while retailers remain close to consumers in their country.

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ANEV (Vermouth Association) represents vermouth producers and stakeholders, bringing together companies and professionals involved in the production, marketing and promotion of vermouth and other aromatized wine-based products.

spiritsEUROPE would like to express serious concerns regarding the risk of additional regulatory intervention in a sector already facing significant economic and structural pressures. spiritsEUROPE acts as the European representative body for producers of spirit drinks, bringing together 31 national associations across 25 European countries, as well as 11 leading spirits producing companies.

FoodDrinkEurope, representing the European food and drink industry, supports the proper functioning of an integrated, fair, and competitive Single Market. Over 65% of EU food and drink exports (373 billion in 2024) are directed to it, reflecting a robust market, rather than one characterised by systemic barriers to trade.

JEDNOTNÝ TRH - ŘEŠENÍ NEOPODSTATNĚNÝCH ÚZEMNÍCH OMEZENÍ DODÁVEK POZICE POTRAVINÁŘSKÉ KOMORY ČESKÉ REPUBLIKY (PK ČR) Potravinářská komora České republiky (PK ČR) zastupuje zájmy českého potravinářského a nápojářského sektoru. PK ČR je členem FoodDrinkEurope (FDE) a plně se ztotožňuje s pozicí FDE k tomuto tématu.

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We welcome the opportunity to contribute to this call for evidence and strongly support introduction of additional EU legislation to effectively address territorial supply constraints (TSCs) and unfair commercial practices within the internal market. TSCs remain a persistent barrier to the proper functioning of the EU Single Market, not for retailers only, but also for other sectors operating across the EU.

Call for evidence TSCs april ’26 The Dutch Food Industry Federation (Federatie Nederlandse Levensmiddelen Industrie, FNLI) The Dutch Food Industry Federation considers the maintenance of a well-functioning European Single market to be a core priority. A strong European single market supports consumers, strengthens value and supply chains and innovation.

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Jednotný trh – řešení neopodstatněných územních omezení dodávek Vyjádření Českého sdružení pro značkové výrobky ČSZV) České sdružení pro značkové výrobky (ČSZV) podporuje cíl dobře fungujícího jednotného trhu a vítá pokračující zjišťování faktů o všech územních omezeních dodávek (TSC), ať už jsou odůvodněny legitimními obchodními úvahami nebo vyplývajících z neodůvodněné regulační fragmentace mezi členskými státy…

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Call for evidence: Single market – tackling unjustified territorial supply constraints Despite the promise of a truly unified internal market, retailers across the European Union are still confronted with territorial supply restrictions (TSCs). These practices entail large manufacturers limiting where retailers can purchase goods based on national borders or place of establishment.

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LILEC took note of the launch of this call for evidence. It supports the proper functioning of an integrated, fair and competitive market and calls on the Commission to base its analysis on sound data, as price differences in Europe are mainly explained by economic and regulatory reasons.

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ALEGACIONES A LA CONSULTA DE LA COMISIÓN EUROPEA SOBRE LAS RESTRICCIONES TERRITORIALES DE SUMINISTRO 1. RESUMEN EJECUTIVO. 2. DEFINICIÓN DE RESTRICCIONES TERRITORIALES DE SUMINISTROS Y SU ENCAJE EN LA NORMATIVA EUROPEA Y DE COMPETENCIA. 3. CONTEXTO ECONÓMICO Y PRESCINDIBILIDAD DE LA REGULACIÓN DE LAS RESTRICCIONES TERRITORIALES DE SUMINISTRO. 4.

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Territorial Supply Constraints (TSCs) are not only a technical or commercial issue but also they touch upon the very core of the Unions fundamental principles, particularly the free movement of goods and services. These practices contribute to maintaining artificial price differences between Member States, limit market transparency, and ultimately burden the European consumer.

Stanovisko Ministerstva průmyslu a obchodu ČR k územnímu omezení dodávek Územní omezování dodávek (TSCs) zavedené s cílem omezit přeshraniční nákupy obchodníků a posílit umělou fragmentaci trhu, narušuje integritu vnitřního trhu EU.

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1. Territorial supply constraints (TSCs) are a widely documented phenomenon in Europe. Several studies carried out by the European Commission and the Letta report, among others, confirm their existence, scale and negative effects on the internal market.

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SP IMACE Contribution to the Call for Evidence on Territorial Supply Constraints, Unfair Trading Practices and Price Setting About IMACE and the Margarine Sector IMACE, the European Margarine Association, represents the interests of the margarine and plant-based fats industry in Europe.

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The Subdirectorate-General for Regulation and Support for Internal Trade advocates, in this regard, a technical, proportional and results-oriented approach that encompasses several actions, Action against unjustified TSCs that artificially segment the market. Need to clarify B2B practices that constitute discrimination based on place of establishment.

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REGIÃO AUTÓNOMA DA MADEIRA GOVERNO REGIONAL SECRETARIA REGIONAL DAS FINANÇAS DIREÇÃO REGIONAL DOS ASSUNTOS EUROPEUS ASSUNTO: Contributo da Região Autónoma da Madeira no âmbito do Convite à apreciação de uma avaliação de impacto: Mercado único — pôr termo a restrições territoriais injustificadas à oferta A Região Autónoma da Madeira (RAM), enquanto Região Ultraperiférica (RUP) da União Europeia, acolhe favoravelmente…

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Call for evidence on Territorial Supply Constraints Detic soutient l’objectif d’un marché unique performant. Toutefois, l’appel à contributions lancé par la Commission européenne (COM) ne tient pas compte de plusieurs éléments indispensables à une évaluation exhaustive et objective des contraintes d’approvisionnement territoriales (TSC).

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At the Europe India Centre for Business and Industry (EICBI), which works with businesses and policymakers across the EU India corridor, we are keen to give the feedback on the European Commissions initiative on Single Market tackling unjustified territorial supply constraints and the current call for evidence to inform future action.

LANIA calls for: Avoid any simplification approach; Analyse practices on a case-by-case basis and penalise abusive conduct where appropriate Safeguarding the adaptability of undertakings to specific markets; Maintaining a balance between the internal market and economic viability; Do not specifically regulate TSC.

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Response to the Call for Evidence for an Impact Assessment of the Food Industries Association of Austria on possible legislative measures against Territorial Supply Constraints (TSCs) (Last updated: 24. March 2026) The Food Industries Association of Austria opposes all measures intended to ban or curb the use of territorial supply constraints (TSCs).

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Please find attached our full position on the matter. In summary, we would like to highlight the following key points on "Feedback to the Call for Evidence on Tackling Unjustified Territorial Supply Constraints": - There are legitimate reasons for price differentiation; - Consumer pricing should remain the sole responsibility of retailers; - There is a clear need for a robust, evidence-based impact assessment; -…

Statement Response to the Call for Evidence on Tackling Unjustified Territorial Supply Constraints Federation of German Industries e.V. Date: 17.04.2026 Territorial Supply Constraints Introduction BDI responds to the European Commission’s call for evidence regarding the initiative to tackle unjustified Territorial Supply Constraints (“TSCs”).

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AT - Federal Ministry of Economy, Energy and Tourism Ref. Ares(2026)4006883 - 17/04/2026 BMWET comment on the Call for Evidence regarding territorial supply constraints The Austria Federal Ministry of Economy, Energy and Tourism (“BMWET”) issues the following statement regarding the call for evidence on Single market – tackling unjustified territorial supply constraints.

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Food Drink Ireland, the main representative body for the Irish food and drink sector, strongly supports the EU Single Market as a cornerstone of competitiveness, investment certainty, and the free movement of goods. It enables efficient supply chains, supports local production and distribution models, and underpins consumer choice across the EU.

The Asociación Nacional de Grandes Empresas de Distribución (ANGED) is a professional organisation made up of 24 of the main retail firms in Spain. With 7.766 brick-and-mortar shops, an aggregated turnover of EUR 50.225 billion and 240.206 direct employees across the country, we offer the widest variety of products, brands, channels and commercial formats.

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In Lithuania, some suppliers want to include clauses on both spatial and supply limitation (selective distribution network) in contracts. Marketplaces receive queries about sellers’ belonging to a selective distribution network, request the cessation of trading if the seller does not belong to that network.

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08 April 2026 Response of BEUC - The European Consumer Organisation to the call for evidence on tackling unjustified territorial supply constraints BEUC supports the Commission’s initiative to tackle unjustified territorial supply constraints (“TSCs”).

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The Swedish Food Federation supports a well-functioning Single Market, strong competitiveness and reasonable prices for consumers. We consider that the Commission has not yet demonstrated a clear need for new EU regulation beyond the existing competition law framework. The Commission notes that competition law can address unlawful territorial restrictions, and past enforcement action shows that the framework works.

Hellenic Competition Commission Call for evidence: Tackling Unjustified Territorial Supply Constraints The Hellenic Competition Commission (HCC) welcomes the initiative of the European Commission to tackle unjustified territorial supply constraints (TSCs).

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ICLA welcomes the Commissions openness to stakeholder input at such an early stage of its reflection on this topic. From an in house competition perspective, this offers an opportunity to ensure that any future initiative is grounded in clear problem definition, evidence, and proportionality. ICLA supports the Commissions objective of strengthening the Single Market and addressing barriers to cross border trade.

The Federation of Meat Industries (VDF) calls for caution against far-reaching interventions in market economy structures in the EU internal market. Measures aimed at simplifying the internal market could in practice affect consumer choice, product diversity and fair competition. Price and product differentiation between Member States should not be interpreted across the board as territorial supply restrictions.

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YTTRANDE 2026-04-02 Dnr 298/2026 1 (3) Europeiska kommissionen DG GROW F.3 Yttrande med anledning av Europeiska kommissionens initiativ att inhämta synpunkter inför en konsekvensbedömning om omotiverade territoriella leveransbegränsningar Konkurrensverket har i uppdrag att verka för en effektiv konkurrens i privat och offentlig verksamhet samt en effektiv offentlig upphandling till nytta för det allmänna.

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The Federation of German Food and Drink Industries (BVE) urges caution against broad interventions in market-based principles. Measures that may appear to simplify the Single Market risk, in practice, limiting consumer choice and product diversity and may ultimately undermine fair competition.

The Ministry of Economy and Innovation of the Republic of Lithuania is not a supervisory authority, nor does it monitor territorial supply constraints, but is a policy-making authority. At present, the Ministry of Economy and Innovation is not aware of the extent of territorial supply constraints on the territory of the Republic of Lithuania.

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Position Paper on options under consideration to tackle unjustified territorial supply constraints (TSCs) The Federal Association of Food Retail and Wholesale of the Austrian Economic Chamber represents more than 8,500 member companies in the Austrian food retail and wholesale sector. For many years, our member companies have been significantly disadvantaged by territorial supply constraints.

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In smaller Member States in particular, the following business model/types of establishment exist: a “small” wholesaler processes the regional/local market for a manufacturer from another Member State. In essence, this wholesaler provides a service to both the manufacturer and the retailer (payment system, reduction of the respective order volumes, bridging of language barriers, etc.).

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foodwatch campaigns in Europe for a food system that ensures safe, healthy, and sustainable food for all. We defend the right to food, challenge harmful food industry practices, and call for legislative change. As a citizen-based counter power we give a loud voice to consumers and stay independent from state, political parties, and industry.

Single market – tackling unjustified territorial supply constraints Position of the Czech Chamber of Commerce The Czech Chamber of Commerce welcomes the opportunity to comment on the call for evidence on Single market – tackling unjustified territorial supply constraints.

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Positionspapier Freien Wettbewerb im Binnenmarkt gewährleisten – regionale Handelsbeschränkungen (TSC) unterbinden Stand: 20. März 2026 I. Hintergrund Der freie Warenverkehr im europäischen Binnenmarkt ist die zentrale Säule der Europäischen Union. Unter anderem wird damit Einzelhändlern grundsätzlich die Möglichkeit gegeben, Verbrauchern in Mitgliedsstaaten mit hohem Preisniveau Waren der Lebensmittel- bzw.

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To: DirectorateGeneral for Internal Market, Industry, Entrepreneurship and SMEs Subject: Response from VLF Vaskemiddelleverandørenes Forening and KLF Kosmetikkleverandørenes Forening Dear Sir or Madam, VLF (Vaskemiddelleverandørenes Forening) and KLF (Kosmetikkleverandørenes Forening) appreciate the opportunity to respond to the European Commissions call for evidence on the initiative to tackle unjustified…

Stellungnahme zur Sondierung betreffend die Beendigung ungerechtfertigter regionaler Angebotsbeschränkungen https://ec.europa.eu/info/law/better-regulation/have-your-say/initiatives/15252-BinnenmarktBeendigung-ungerechtfertigter-regionaler-Angebotsbeschrankungen_de Wien, 23.

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Czech Trade and Tourism Association (SOCR ČR) Contribution to the European Commission call for evidence Tackling unjustified territorial supply constraints 1. Context and need for action Territorial supply constraints (TSCs) continue to undermine the integrity of the EU Single Market by restricting cross-border sourcing for retailers and wholesalers and reinforcing artificial market segmentation.

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Die Bundeswettbewerbsbehörde („BWB“) begrüßt die Initiative der Europäischen Kommission, wie sie auch im nunmehr vorgelegten Call for Evidence zum Ausdruck kommt, das Problem ungerechtfertigter territorialer Lieferbeschränkungen („TSCs“) betreffend Konsumgüter des täglichen Bedarfs auf der Grundlage von Artikel 114 AEUV einer Lösung zuzuführen und spricht ihr dafür ihre nachdrückliche Unterstützung aus.

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The Austrian Federal Chamber of Labour (BAK) continuously carries out cross-border price surveys on various products (in particular foodstuffs and pharmaceutical goods). It has been apparent for many years that identical branded goods cost considerably more in Austria than in Germany.

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The Commodity Suppliers (DLF) consider that existing EU competition law (Article 101 and 102 TFEU) adequately regulates illegal territorial restrictions and do not consider that there is a need for further legislation/regulation. Previous EU judgments for restricting cross-border trade are evidence that current legislation is sufficient to sanction illegal territorial supply restrictions.

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1. From the point of view of the Austrian legal profession, it should be noted that comprehensive regulatory mechanisms already exist de lege lata in the event of unjustified territorial supply restrictions. As the Commission’s document on the call for evidence also states, it is already forbidden for dominant undertakings to discriminate by charging different prices on the basis of the best available legislation…

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Bene Meat Technologies would like to highlight a concrete example of unjustified territorial supply constraints affecting the functioning of the Single Market. Our cultivated meat ingredient for pet food is fully compliant with EU feed legislation, registered in the EU Feed Materials Register (009569EN), and explicitly confirmed by DG SANTE as not requiring Novel Food authorisation.

Response to the Single Market Call for Information Tackling unjustified territorial supply constraints EU 63/26 We support Option 4, a legislation that clearly defines prohibited practices while setting out when such practices can be objectively justified.

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