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V And S Vin Spirit Ab
Respondent / Defendant
Kullu Valley Mineral Water Co.
Dispute Summary
The Delhi High Court granted an interim injunction in favor of V And S Vin Spirit Ab against Kullu Valley Mineral Water Co. The court found that despite the defendant's argument regarding class differences (alcoholic vs. non-alcoholic beverages), the prominent use of 'ABSOLUT' on the defendant's mineral water packaging created a likelihood of consumer confusion and appropriation of goodwill. Citing principles of transborder reputation, the court ruled that the plaintiff's mark had acquired sufficient recognition to warrant protection against deceptive use in cognate goods.
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