Especially the newly-started enterprises, if they want to register a good trademark logo and name, but don't know which logo or name can't be used as a trademark, don't miss this article. In order to avoid too many detours, the road to trademark registration will be eighteen bends.

The following will explain to you which signs are not allowed to be used as trademarks.

1. It is similar to or identical with the national name, national emblem, military flag, national flag and medal of the People's Republic of China, and it is similar to the name of a specific place where the central state organ is located and the name, design and graphics of landmark buildings;

2. Similar to or identical with the names, emblems and flags of government international organizations, unless authorized.

3. It is identical with or similar to a foreign country's name, national flag, national emblem and military flag, unless it is approved by the government of that country;

4. It is identical with or similar to the official signs and inspection marks indicating the implementation of control and guarantee, unless it is authorized;

5. It is identical with or similar to the names and signs of the Red Cross and Red Crescent;

6. Exaggerated propaganda and deceptive;

7, with ethnic discrimination;

8. It is harmful to socialist morality or has other adverse effects.

9. The names of administrative divisions at or above the county level or foreign names known to the public shall not be used as trademarks. However, unless the place names have other meaning or are part of collective trademarks or certification trademarks; Registered trademarks using geographical names shall remain valid.

Therefore, as long as the above nine points are comprehensively avoided, and the trademark logo registration and name are combined with your own needs, you can save a lot of unnecessary trouble and time. In addition, don't forget to think about a few spare signs and names before registering, so as not to be at a loss when the ones you want are occupied.