What is a trademark? Trademarks are used by commodity producers and business operators in the production, manufacturing, processing, selection or distribution of goods or services provided by service providers. They are used to distinguish the sources of goods or services, including words, graphics, letters, numbers, three-dimensional signs, color combinations and sounds, and the combination of the above elements. It is a distinctive symbol and the product of modern economy.

China implements the trademark registration system, and only after registration can the obligee enjoy the exclusive right to use the trademark and be protected according to law. In addition, tobacco products must use registered trademarks, and other goods and services are registered on a voluntary basis. Whether to apply for trademark registration depends entirely on the wishes of the operator.

Trademark category 1. Commodity trademarks are trademarks used in commodities, which are relative to service trademarks.

2. A service trademark refers to a sign used by someone to distinguish his own service from others' services when providing services or in advertisements.

3. A collective trademark refers to a sign registered in the name of a group, association or other organization for the members of the organization to use in business activities, so as to show that the user is a member of the organization.

4. A certification trademark refers to a mark controlled by an organization with the ability to supervise goods or services and used by units or individuals outside the organization to prove the origin, raw materials, manufacturing methods, quality or other specific qualities of the goods or services.

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