How to do trademark broadening, and what should I pay attention to when doing trademark broadening?
1. What is trademark broadening?
Trademark leniency refers to the grace period of trademark registration, which allows the trademark owner to file an application for renewal of registration within a certain period after the expiration of the validity period of the registered trademark.
In China, according to the Trademark Law, a registered trademark is valid for ten years from the date of registration. If the trademark owner fails to apply for renewal of the registration before the expiration of the validity period of the registered trademark, the law grants the trademark owner a grace period so that they still have the opportunity to renew the registration during this period. This grace period is 6 months from the expiration of the validity period of the registered trademark.
It should be noted that if the renewal application is not filed within the grace period, or if the renewal application is not approved, then the registered trademark will become invalid. Therefore, it is very important for enterprises or individuals who want to continue to maintain their trademark rights to renew their trademarks in a timely manner to avoid losing their trademark rights and related legal protections.
2. How to do trademark broadening?
To apply for trademark leniency, you need to follow the steps below:
1.Preparation materials: including a copy of the trademark certificate, a copy of the applicant's subject qualifications, and a copy of the corresponding certificate if there is a trademark change.
2.Submission of application: You can submit an electronic application through the online system, or go directly to the Trademark Acceptance Window, the Trademark Examination Cooperation Center and the Trademark Registration Hall of the State Intellectual Property Office.
3.Payment of fees: According to the regulations, the fee for trademark extension is 450 yuan. If you apply to renew your registration during the grace period, you will also need to pay a late fee of 225 yuan.
It should be noted that the examination time for trademark leniency is generally 1-2 months. It is advisable to prepare the required materials in advance and submit the application in time to avoid missing the grace period. If you have questions or need help with the process, you can consult a professional trademark** agency or contact the CNIPA directly for more information.
3. What should I pay attention to when doing trademark broadening?
There are a few important points to pay attention to when carrying out trademark broadening:
1.Accuracy of application materials: When preparing the application materials for trademark extension, ensure that all information is accurate. This includes a copy of the trademark certificate, a copy of the applicant's subject qualifications, and if there is a trademark change, a copy of the corresponding certificate.
2.Filling out the application form: When filling out the application for renewal of registration, it should be filled out one by one according to the requirements and must be typed or printed. This is to ensure the formality and readability of the application.
3.Time for filing the application: If the registered trademark needs to continue to be used after the expiration of the validity period, it shall be renewed within 12 months before the expiration. If this is not done within this period, the law grants a grace period of six months. This means that even after the expiration of the validity period of the trademark, there is still a period of time for which the renewal can be processed, but it should not be delayed until the end of the grace period.
4.Proof of identity: If you go directly to the trademark registration hall, you need to submit a copy of the ID card of the person in charge; If it is entrusted to the trademark agency, then the relevant authorization documents and the identity certificate of the ** agency are also required.
5.Examination process: After the application is filed, the Trademark Office conducts a substantive examination to ensure that the application meets the renewal conditions.
6.Fee payment: According to the regulations, the fee for trademark extension is 450 yuan, and if you apply for renewal of registration during the grace period, you also need to pay a late fee of 225 yuan.
7.Timely attention to results: After filing an application, feedback from the Trademark Office should be followed in a timely manner in order to provide additional information or take further action if necessary.
To sum up, trademark widening is a multi-step process that requires the trademark owner to carefully prepare the materials, fill in the application form correctly, submit the application within the specified time, provide the necessary proof of identity, understand the examination process and pay the corresponding fees. Through these steps, you can ensure the effective renewal of your trademark and ensure the continued protection of your brand rights.
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