福鼎白茶地理标志维权：法律保护与消费者辨识

'Fuding White Tea' is a Chinese Geographical Indication product (GB/T 22291), strictly protected by law. Legal framework: 1) GI protection — tea produced outside Fuding's administrative area cannot be labeled 'Fuding White Tea'; 2) Certification trademark — 'Fuding White Tea' certification trademark managed by Fuding Tea Industry Association; licensed enterprises must meet origin, cultivar, and craft standards; 3) Enforcement — recent court rulings in multiple regions have judged counterfeit cases with damages of 100,000-1,000,000 yuan. Consumer identification: check for GI symbol (red GI mark) + Fuding White Tea certification trademark + traceability code on packaging.