Registrations & Obligations
Information for Food Exhibitors
The following points must be observed when importing and selling food products:
- Imported food items must be registered by both main and co-exhibitors of Grüne Woche.
- Construction requirements for sales stands (PDF, 345 kB)
- Registrations and product labeling must be provided in German.
- Inspections by the competent authority will take place on all days of the trade fair.
If you have any questions or uncertainties regarding registration, please contact the Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf District Office directly. Local authorities offer support in the national language.
Food Product Registration
As a food exhibitor at Grüne Woche, you can register your products directly using our online form.
Important Documents for Download
Inspection by the relevant authority
The health department conducts inspections on all days of the trade fair.
- Prior registration of food businesses and products before the event is mandatory.
- In many cases, a hygiene concept—especially for unpackaged or open food—must be submitted.
- Allergens in non-prepackaged goods must be clearly labeled. Please refer to the allergen list (PDF, 180 kB)for details.
Other Important Topics
All useful information on these and other relevant topics can be found in the FAQ section for exhibitors.
Checklist for Food Exhibitors
✔ Hygiene training and IfSG briefing for staff
✔ Written allergen labeling, e.g., laminated or displayed
✔ Refrigeration units with temperature monitoring
✔ Clean equipment such as cloths, utensils, gloves, etc.
✔ Take special booth construction requirements into account, e.g. sneeze guards to prevent contamination
✔ Observe youth protection regulations – if applicable, display a notice
