The Consell de Mallorca has officially approved a regulation that establishes the criteria for using the Artesania de Mallorca guarantee mark, which is designed to help consumers easily identify products crafted by accredited artisans in Mallorca. This unanimous decision by the Plenary of the Consell aims to protect the artisan sector from unfair competition and intrusion.
“Artesania de Mallorca is a helping hand to our artisans. With this mark, we give visibility to their work and ensure that buyers take home a genuinely Mallorcan product,”
stated Antònia Roca, the first vice president and executive councillor for Culture and Heritage.
Incorporating Mallorca into a broader artisan network
This new regulation places Mallorca alongside other regions that already have a guarantee mark for craftsmanship, including Ibiza, Menorca, Galicia, and the Canary Islands.
Eligibility for the guarantee mark
Any individual or company holding a valid artisan accreditation from the Consell, such as an artisan or master artisan certificate, may apply for the mark. The products must be made in Mallorca and be the applicant's own creations. The mark is not exclusive to a select few producers and is open to anyone meeting the criteria.
Products must reflect Mallorcan tradition and culture or be crafted using techniques listed in the Repertory of Artisan Trades. They should also demonstrate mastery of the technique and the personal touch of the artisan, using sustainable and locally sourced materials whenever possible.
Regulation details and enforcement
The regulation will come into effect the day after its publication in the Official Bulletin of the Balearic Islands. The authorisation for using the mark will last for five years and can be renewed. Applications will be processed through the Consell's Electronic Registry, where technical services will evaluate submissions. The Technical Artisan Committee will issue a non-binding proposal, and the final decision will rest with the relevant executive councillor.
The regulation also includes provisions for inspections and penalties: improper use of the mark may lead to its suspension for one to two years, and in cases of repeated violations or serious breaches, the authorisation may be revoked.
Design inspiration
The logo for the guarantee mark is inspired by traditional techniques such as the wheat ear, the weaving of llata (a type of palm), and other local braiding methods like the Mallorcan cord. It features a palette of ochre and brown tones that evoke materials such as clay, llata, esparto grass, glass, and the famous ensaimada pastry.
