Appearance Patent Certificate
May 31,2024
- Period:
- Jan 15,2028 - Jan 15,2038
- Certification bodies:
- State Intellectual Property Office
A design patent certificate is a document issued by the national intellectual property office or relevant patent administration authorities, confirming the exclusive rights to a specific design. A design typically refers to the shape, pattern, or combination thereof, as well as the combination of colors with shape and pattern, which is aesthetically pleasing and suitable for industrial application. The following are related explanations about the design patent certificate:
[Functions of the Certificate]
Confirmation of Rights: A design patent certificate serves as legal proof of the patentee's exclusive rights to their design. Owning a patent certificate means that within the legal protection period, no one else can manufacture, sell, use, or import products identical or similar to the design without the patentee's permission.
Protection of Innovation: By granting patents, it encourages companies and individuals to innovate in design, protecting their creativity and investment, thus promoting technological and economic development.
Commercial Value: The patent certificate can be an important intangible asset for a company, enhancing its market competitiveness and brand value. Patentees can gain economic benefits by licensing or transferring the patent.
Legal Protection: In case of patent infringement, the patent certificate is a crucial basis for the patentee to assert their rights and seek legal protection.
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