Article 30 Measures in case of infringements and irregularities

Where an irregularity is found as regards compliance with the requirements laid down in this Regulation, the control authority or control body shall ensure that no reference to the organic production method is made in the labelling and advertising of the entire lot or production run affected by this irregularity, where this would be proportionate to the relevance of the requirement that has been violated and to the nature and particular circumstances of the irregular activities.

Where a severe infringement or an infringement with prolonged effect is found, the control authority or control body shall prohibit the operator concerned from marketing products which refer to the organic production method in the labelling and advertising for a period to be agreed with the competent authority F1....

Information on cases of irregularities or infringements affecting the organic status of a product shall be immediately communicated between the control bodies, control authorities F2and the competent authority.

The level of communication shall depend on the severity and the extent of the irregularity or infringement found.

The F3appropriate authority may, by regulations lay down specifications regarding the form and modalities of such communications.