China trademark registration has become one of the most concerned issues with the strengthening consciousness of brand protection. A strong trade mark can be instrumental in winning new customers when establishing a brand in China. Because you invest time and money into building the reputation of your company, it would be very damaging to your own business if someone else began using your name to sell their own products or services.
How to Register A Trademark in China
Foreign applicants without residency or place of business in China are required to submit trade mark applications through a local Chinese trade mark agent who will deal directly with the China Trade Mark Office (CTMO). Multiple-class applications are possible in China. A trade mark can be registered through the "national" or "international" system and can only be effectively protected in China once it has been registered.
Examination and Opposition
Trademark application undergoes formal examination and substantive examination on absolute and relative grounds within nine months from the date of receiving the application documents for trademark registration. If the trademark application is in compliance with the relevant provisions of the Chinese Trademark Law, the application is preliminarily approved and published. Within a period of 3 months from the date of the publication, any person may file an opposition against a Chinese trademark application.
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Duration of registration procedure
The processing time from filing to trademark registration in China is approximately 18 months in case of smooth registration procedure.
Validity term and trademark renewal
A trademark in China is valid for ten years from the date of registration. A request to renew the registration must be filed within twelve months prior to the date of expiration. A grace period of six months is allowed by paying a corresponding surcharge. A trademark may be renewed each time for a period of ten years.
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