Trademark
China Trademark vs Copyright: What Protects What
A trademark protects your brand in commerce; copyright protects the creative work itself. Most brands need both, and here is why.
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China trademark guides for foreign brands
Registration steps, real costs, class selection, CNIPA timelines, examination opinions, renewal and anti-squatting, written for overseas applicants.
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Can I File a China Trademark Myself? What to Know
Foreign applicants without a Chinese address cannot file directly; Chinese law requires a CNIPA-registered agency. Here is when self-filing works and what…
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Can You Look Up a Trademark? Check Availability in China
Every live and pending China trademark is public. Here is how to check whether your brand name is free, and what a…
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Madrid Protocol vs National Filing: How to Protect Your Brand in China
You can register a China trademark through the Madrid Protocol or by filing directly with CNIPA. For China only, national filing is…
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China Trademark Classes Explained: How to Choose the Right One
China has 45 trademark classes, and choosing the wrong one is the most common mistake we see. Here is how the system…
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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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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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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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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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China Trademark Registration: Step-by-Step Guide for Foreign Companies
A step-by-step guide to China trademark registration for foreign companies: search, classes, documents, filing, examination and the certificate.
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