Brand Defense

China Trademark Monitoring

Daily CNIPA gazette watch with 48-hour alerts on conflicting applications. In China's first-to-file system, speed is everything.

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Daily
Gazette Monitoring
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Alert Response
3mo
Opposition Window

What We Monitor

Comprehensive coverage across all channels where your brand can be threatened.

CNIPA Gazette

Daily review of all newly published trademark applications. We flag identical and similar marks across all 45 classes.

Chinese Transliterations

Monitor for phonetic equivalents and popular Chinese transliterations of your brand name. Often the most common infringement vector.

Cross-Class Monitoring

Track applications in related classes. CNIPA may consider cross-class similarity — we catch what basic searches miss.

Domain Names

Monitor .cn, .com.cn, and popular TLDs for registrations containing your brand name.

E-Commerce Platforms

Track listings on Tmall, JD.com, Pinduoduo, and 1688.com for unauthorized use of your brand.

Company Names

Monitor Chinese company name registrations. A registered company name can be used to justify trademark applications.

Our Process

STEP 1

1. Detection

Our system scans CNIPA publications daily. When a conflicting mark is found, our team reviews it immediately.

STEP 2

2. Risk Assessment

We analyze the threat level: identical mark? similar goods? bad-faith indicators? You get a clear summary.

STEP 3

3. Action

We recommend the best response: file opposition, negotiate, or monitor further. You decide, we execute.

Monitoring Timeline

ActionResponse TimeWhat Happens
Gazette PublicationDailyAll new applications are published in CNIPA Gazette
Conflict Detection≤ 24 hoursOur system flags conflicting marks; attorney review
Alert to Client≤ 48 hoursRisk assessment + recommended action delivered
Opposition FilingWithin 3 monthsMust file before publication period ends
Monthly ReportMonthlySummary of all activity, alerts, and actions taken

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Trademark Monitoring FAQ

  • What does trademark monitoring in China include?

    We monitor CNIPA weekly gazettes for identical and similar marks, Chinese transliterations, cross-class applications, domain registrations, and e-commerce platform listings.

  • How quickly are you alerted to conflicting marks?

    We provide a 48-hour alert for any potentially conflicting marks. Given China’s 3-month opposition window, this gives you enough time to take action.

  • Why is monitoring important in China’s first-to-file system?

    Without monitoring, a third party could register a similar mark and you might not discover it until it’s too late to oppose. Monitoring is your early warning system.

  • What happens if you find a conflicting mark?

    We assess the risk level, notify you within 48 hours, and recommend action: opposition filing, negotiation, coexistence agreement, or other strategic options.

  • Can you monitor trademarks in specific industries only?

    Yes. We can customize monitoring scope by Nice classes, specific competitors, or industry sectors. This reduces noise and focuses on marks that truly threaten your brand.

Don't Let Someone Else Take Your Brand

In China, if you don't watch, someone else will file. Start monitoring today.

  • Free initial assessment
  • Response within 24 hours
  • CNIPA-accredited guidance
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