Trademark Search Guide

Official Databases

United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

Use TESS (Trademark Electronic Search System) to search for trademarks registered or pending in the US.

World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)

Global Brand Database allows you to search for trademarks across multiple national and international collections.

China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA)

Official trademark search system for checking trademark status within China.

European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO)

eSearch plus provides access to the EUIPO's database of European Union trademarks.

Search Process

Determine Class

Identify the correct class for your goods or services using the Nice Classification system.

Initial Search

Search official databases for exact matches of your proposed name or logo.

Similarity Search

Search for similar spellings, phonetics, or meanings that could cause consumer confusion.

Professional Review

Consult a trademark attorney to evaluate the search results and legal risks.

Why Search?

Conducting a thorough trademark search before filing an application or launching a brand significantly reduces infringement risks and avoids costly legal battles and rebranding. Initial searches help filter out obvious conflicts.

Trademark Search Info

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