1. Chances for application for PPH The applicant can file a request for PPH before receiving an office action, but after receiving a Notification of Entering the Substantive Examination Phase. The applicant can also file a reque ...

1. Definition of Chinese utility model: Utility model means any new technical solution relating to the shape, the structure, or their combination, of a product, which is fit for practical use. 2. Patent term: A Chinese utilit ...

Chinese design patent which was filed before June 1, 2021 has 10 years patent protection running from the Chinese filing date, subject to payment of a renewal fee each year.Chinese design patent which was filed on or afer June 1, ...

I. PCT National Phase Application Types: When entering into China national phase, it is possible for the PCT applicant to choose whether to file a patent for invention application, or a patent for utility model app ...

Chance At any time after a Chinese Patent has been granted, any person may file a request for invalidation to the Patent Re-examination Board (PRB). Summary of Procedure 1) The petitioner submits a Request for Invalidation. 2) ...