A sign that lacks distinctive features refers to a mark other than items (1) and (2) of Article 11, Paragraph 1, of the Trademark Law that is used by itself or as a trademark in designated uses according to common social concepts. The product does not have a mark indicating the source of the product.

(1) Overly simple lines, ordinary geometric figures

(2) Overly complex text, graphics, numbers, letters or combinations of the above elements

(3) One or two letters in a common form

(4) Arabic numerals in a common form are designated for use on goods that are customary to use numbers to make models or product numbers

but are not common The expression form or combination with other elements makes the whole product have distinctive characteristics, or it is excepted if it is designated for use on products that do not use numbers as models or product numbers.

(5) Commonly used packaging, containers or decorative patterns for designated goods

(6) Single color

(7) Non-original expression of goods or Phrases or sentences that are characteristic of the service

Except those that are original and not popular, or are combined with other elements to have distinctive features as a whole.

(8) Names of trading places commonly used in this industry or related industries

(9) Common business terms or symbols in this industry or related industries (10) Organizational form and company name of the enterprise Industry name or abbreviation