The EVO IOOC Italy EVO International Olive Oil Contest® technical committee reserves the right to carry out an analytical check on any extra virgin olive oils or condiments that win a prize in the competition. This will involve sending the sample to a laboratory accredited for commercial compliance verification. The President of the competition will retain a sample of all winning products for 30 days after the prize has been awarded, to allow for potential analysis and checks. Furthermore, all stored samples can be used to promote and disseminate the quality of EVOO.

It is the responsibility of each participating company or individual to ensure the accuracy and authenticity of all data reported on the registration form. The technical committee reserves the right to verify this information.

Reproducing or falsifying the name, competition logo, sticker or certificate of the prizes won, the certificate attesting to the prize awarded, or the competition's name or logo is prohibited. Winning companies may use these for promotional purposes. Any breach of this agreement will result in legal action being taken against the offender.
In the event of a dispute arising from the EVO IOOC Italy EVO International Olive Oil Contest®, the parties agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the court in Palmi, Italy, regardless of the contestants' nationality.

Documents relating to the competition must be submitted in either Italian or English. The Organising Committee reserves the right to amend the above terms and conditions at any time should the need arise. In the event of a dispute regarding the EVO IOOC Italy EVO International Olive Oil Contest®, the samples will not be subject to further tasting. The jury's decision is final and binding. Participation in the contest implies acceptance of this rule.