An application to register Merzifon Katmer Peyniri as a mark of origin was filed with the Turkish Patent and Trademark Office on 25 November 2025 by Merzifon Kaymakamlığı; it is still under examination. The register files it under "Peynirler". It is the only geographical indication for cheese tied to Amasya in this atlas.
GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATION · TURKISH PATENT REGISTRY
Status
Application pending
Applied on
25 November 2025
Registrant
Merzifon Kaymakamlığı
File number
C2025/000457
Product group
Peynirler
geographical indication
Mark of origin: the dish's reputation and method are tied to this region, though it may be produced elsewhere.
