Brand Protection
China Trademark Monitoring: What It Watches and Why You Need It
China trademark monitoring watches CNIPA publications so you catch conflicting filings inside the 3-month opposition window.
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China IP guides for foreign brands
Practical, source-based guides on China trademarks, design patents, marketplaces and anti-counterfeiting.
Design Patent
China Design Patent vs Utility Model: Which Protects Your Product?
A design patent protects how your product looks; a utility model protects how it works. Many sellers file both. Here is how…
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Trademark
China Trademark Refused? What to Do and How the Appeal Works
About one in three China trademark applications hits a refusal. You have 15 days to file a review, and a good response…
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Trademark
China Trademark Renewal: How Long It Lasts and How to Renew
A China trademark is valid for 10 years. Renewal costs 270 RMB per class, and missing the window is the easiest way…
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Brand Protection
Temu, Shein and Amazon Sellers: Why China Trademarks Matter in 2026
Temu, Shein and Amazon sellers are filing China trademarks and design patents to fight copycats. Here is why and how to start.
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Design Patent
China Trademark vs Design Patent: Which Do You Need for Your Product?
Trademarks protect your name; design patents protect your product look. Here is how to decide which one you need, or both.
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Trademark
How to Check If Your Brand Is Trademarked in China (Free Search Guide)
CNIPA offers a free public trademark search. Here is how to check your brand, what the results mean, and when to get…
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Trademark
China Trademark Registration: A Step-by-Step Guide for Foreign Companies (2026)
A step-by-step guide to China trademark registration for foreign companies: search, classes, documents, filing, examination and the certificate.
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Brand Protection
Trademark Squatting in China: How Foreign Brands Get Their Names Stolen
Trademark squatters register foreign brand names in China, then demand payment. Here is how it happens and how to fight back.
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Design Patent
Do I Need a China Design Patent? A Guide for Sellers on Temu, Shein and Amazon
A China design patent protects your product's appearance and gives you enforcement rights on Temu, Shein and at customs. Here is how…
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