China business name is one of the essential elements of business incorporation in China. How to Create a Business Name in China is also called to create your company name, which is the first step for WFOE/ JV/RO/ FIPE/DC establishment. In China, only Chinese company names are officially used, while English names are for reference only. Any names are subject to the approval of relevant authority. Hence,to create a business/company name in China may not be easy for foreigners to catch a accurate business name in Chinese due to the language barrier.
On the other word,the business name can be regarded as the brand name, which will last longer and get used more than any other investment you make in your business. So it’s critical to get an ideal business name. Based on my working experience, I usually ask the investor for Company name in English version and have a basic communication on his/ her business prospective and business natures. For instance, the company name in English version is”LOGICTECH”. Its business scope refers to electrics,components etc. We will list some name in Chinese and share its pronunciations and meanings for her or his to choose.
Actually, there are some rules on company name in Chinese, some phrases are prohibited to use in the business name such as country name.For more details you may contact us for confirmation or the service could be included in the package of company registration. Here with some tips for your reference:
1. Brainstorming for Business Names
It is to brand yourself. Before you name your business, you should have a handle on your niche. Define your goals in your business plan and mission statement. In its simplest form, a brand is a name attached to a product or service. And, it's as much about human behavior as anything else because brand names also represent the intangible, a set of perceptions and feelings about a product or service, or even a set of values.
2. Evaluating Business Names
Look for a short name that's easy to spell and pronounce.
Go universal
Pick names that can work anywhere
Pick the most accurate name.
3. Trademarking Your Business Name
Make sure no one else in your line of business has trademarked the name you're considering. Once you have a list of favorites, you need to make sure no one else has trademarked any of them;
Prepare the necessary materials. It's more than just a name you'll be registering--it's your whole concept and model for your business;
File a trademark for your business. Fill out the application on-line, pay the necessary fees, and keep track of your application.
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