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Is unintentional greenwashing penalised?

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Yes. A misleading commercial practice is assessed on its effect on the consumer, rather than the author's intention. Good faith may affect the size of the penalty, but never the classification of the practice. In practical terms, the DGCCRF examines your evidence file rather than your sincerity, which is why you should assemble the file before publication.

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