After receiving trademark registration application documents submitted by a China trademark agency, the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) will examine the application documents. If the application formalities are complete, the documents are filled out in accordance with regulations, and the fees are paid, CNIPA will accept the application.
Can U.S. individuals apply to register China trademarks?
Yes, U.S. individuals may apply to register China trademarks but must comply with special provisions for foreign applicants under China’s Trademark Law. U.S. individuals should entrust trademark applications to legally established trademark agencies. However, those with permanent residence in China may apply directly.
Huawei applies for multiple FLEXUS trademarks for its digital human business in China
On June 4, 2025, according to an IPRLaoliu search, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd. recently submitted multiple trademark applications related to “FLEXUS” in China, covering multiple international classifications such as 9, 38, 41, and 42, highlighting its deep layout in the digital human business field.
Xiaomi Transfers “Kimi” Trademarks to Moonshot AI, Boosting Brand Upgrade for AI Assistant
June 3, 2025 — According to IPRLaoliu searches, Xiaomi Technology Co., Ltd. recently formally transferred multiple “Kimi” trademarks to Beijing Moonshot AI Technology Co., Ltd. These trademarks cover several international classes, including Class 38 (communication services) and Class 35 (advertising and sales).
Apple applies for PIXELMATOR PRO trademark in China
On May 29, 2025, IPRLaoliu learned through search that Apple had applied for the trademark “PIXELMATOR PRO” in China. The trademark application date is April 22, 2025, the trademark number is 84862509, and the international classification of the trademark is Class 9.
The “尚界” trademark has been officially transferred from Huawei to SAIC Group
According to a search by IPRLaoliu, the 1937th announcement released by the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) Trademark Office on May 27, 2025, shows that the “尚界” trademark in International Class 12 (covering electric vehicles, self-driving cars, etc.), held by Huawei, has been officially transferred to SAIC Group. The trademark registration number is 75372688, with its validity period lasting until February 6, 2035.
BYD Files “U8L” Trademark in China: Extended Full-Size Luxury SUV Set to Enter Market
On May 27, 2025, IPR Laoliu reported through a search on the China Trademark Office website that BYD Co., Ltd. submitted an application for the “U8L” trademark in China on April 28, 2025. The trademark, classified under Class 12 (Transportation Tools) with registration number 85011037, is currently in the status of “awaiting substantive examination.” This move underscores BYD’s strategic expansion within its premium “Yangwang” series and signals the imminent market launch of the extended version of its flagship model, the Yangwang U8—the U8L.
The 20th Western China International Fair opened today
Today, the 20th Western China International Fair grandly opened in Chengdu, China. The theme of this year’s Western China International Fair is “Deepening Reform to Increase Momentum and Expanding Opening Up to Promote Development”, attracting more than 3000 enterprises from 62 countries (regions) overseas to participate, with an exhibition area of 200000 square meters.