Crompton Greaves Faces Trademark Setback in Delhi High Court

Mumbai, January 31, 2025 – Crompton Greaves Consumer Electricals Limited (BSE: 539876, NSE: CROMPTON) has disclosed that the Delhi High Court has issued a permanent injunction against the company, restraining it from using the mark "Pebble" or any similar branding for electronic and electrical goods.

Case Summary & Legal Implications​

• Plaintiff: V-Guard Industries Ltd.
• Allegation: Trademark infringement and passing off suit concerning the "PEBBLE" mark.
• Key Issue: V-Guard has been using "PEBBLE" for water heaters since 2013, whereas Crompton began using "Crompton PEBBLE" for electric irons in 2020.
• Court Decision: The Delhi High Court ruled in favor of V-Guard, issuing a permanent injunction on January 29, 2025.

Impact on Crompton Greaves​

• Branding & Operations: Crompton must immediately cease the use of the "Pebble" mark for its electric iron.
• Financial Impact: The company has reported no material financial impact from the ruling.

Company Statement​

Crompton Greaves, through its Company Secretary & Compliance Officer Rashmi Khandelwal, has officially communicated this ruling to the stock exchanges, confirming compliance with the order.

Investor Outlook​

While the ruling limits Crompton’s ability to market its electric iron under the "Pebble" brand, the company’s broader portfolio remains unaffected. Investors will be monitoring for any potential rebranding costs or market strategy adjustments in response to this ruling.