Professional trademark registration — simplified process
Register your trademark in China with confidence. Our expert-guided process handles the complexities of Chinese trademark law, from initial search to final registration. Protect your brand before entering the world's largest market.
Chinese Trademark Registration is the process of officially registering your brand name, logo, or slogan with China's National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA). China operates on a strict 'first-to-file' system, which means whoever registers a trademark first legally owns it—regardless of who used the name first or where. This is fundamentally different from countries like the US where actual use of a trademark matters. Without a registered trademark in China, you have essentially no legal protection for your brand, even if you've been selling products there for years.
Trademark registration should ideally happen before you begin manufacturing in China or selling products there. The earlier you file, the better protected you are. Many businesses make the mistake of waiting until they have significant sales—by then, trademark squatters may have already registered their brand. If you're even considering entering the Chinese market, registering your trademark should be one of your first steps, alongside or even before signing manufacturing agreements.
Provide information about your trademark, including the name, logo (if applicable), and the goods or services you want to protect. Our system helps you select the right trademark classes.
Our experts perform a comprehensive search of the Chinese trademark database to identify potential conflicts and assess registration viability.
Once approved, we file your application with the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) and keep you updated throughout the registration process.
No law degree required. We promise.
“I wish I had registered my trademark in China sooner. The YourLawDocs team made the process painless and kept me informed every step of the way.”
David Kim
CEO, Consumer Electronics Brand
“After hearing horror stories about trademark squatters, I knew I needed to protect my brand. The search report was thorough and gave me confidence to proceed.”
Emma Williams
Founder, Fashion Label