legitimate consumption
[/ləˈdʒɪtɪmət kənˈsʌmpʃən/]
noun phrasepl: legitimate consumptions
consumo legítimo
1. The lawful and authorized use or purchase of goods, services, or resources in accordance with legal regulations and proper documentation
The utility company distinguishes between legitimate consumption and theft of electricity.
A companhia de energia distingue entre consumo legítimo e roubo de eletricidade.
2. In commerce and trade, the acquisition of products through official channels with valid proof of purchase and compliance with applicable laws
Legitimate consumption of imported goods requires proper customs documentation.
O consumo legítimo de bens importados requer documentação aduaneira apropriada.
3. In regulated industries (pharmaceuticals, alcohol, tobacco), the authorized distribution and use of products following governmental oversight
The pharmaceutical company tracks legitimate consumption of controlled substances to prevent diversion.
A indústria farmacêutica rastreia o consumo legítimo de substâncias controladas para prevenir desvio.
The term is particularly important in Brazil and Portugal in discussions about utility fraud (electricity, water, gas), pharmaceutical supply chains, and customs/import regulations. It's commonly used in legal and commercial documentation to distinguish between authorized purchases and illegal distribution or theft. The phrase reflects growing concern about supply chain integrity and regulatory compliance in Latin American and European markets.
Related Idioms & Phrases
legitimate consumption patterns
proof of legitimate consumption
track legitimate consumption
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