Service Overview
Registration protecting the unique visual design (shape, pattern, ornamentation, or configuration) of an article, preventing others from copying its appearance.
Who Needs It / Purpose:
Manufacturers and designers wanting exclusive rights over the aesthetic/visual design of a product for up to 15 years.
FAQs:
Q: What products qualify for design registration?
A: Any new and original shape, configuration, pattern, or ornamentation applied to an article, not previously published.
Q: How long is a registered design protected?
A: 10 years from registration, extendable by another 5 years.