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Overview

The Trademark Search tool provides access to Chinese trademark databases via the Anpai API. Search for trademarks, analyze similar marks, and research brand applicants to protect your intellectual property and make informed business decisions.

Search Modes

Comprehensive Search

Search with multiple filters including trademark name, class, status, and applicant

Similar Marks

Find trademarks visually or phonetically similar to your query

Brand Analysis

Analyze trademark portfolios by brand or applicant
The most flexible search mode with multiple filter options.

Available Filters

FilterDescription
Trademark NameSearch by the registered trademark name
Nice ClassFilter by international trademark classification (1-45)
StatusFilter by registration status (registered, pending, rejected, etc.)
ApplicantSearch by the company or individual who filed the trademark
Application DateFilter by date range of application
Registration NumberSearch by specific registration number
  1. Open the Trademark Search modal from the Information Dashboard
  2. Select Comprehensive Search tab
  3. Enter your search criteria in one or more fields
  4. Click Search to view results
  5. Browse results with pagination controls

Search Results

Each result displays:
  • Trademark name and image (if available)
  • Nice classification
  • Application/registration number
  • Current status
  • Applicant name
  • Application and registration dates
Find trademarks that may conflict with your brand or identify potential infringement.

Similarity Types

  • Visual Similarity: Marks that look similar
  • Phonetic Similarity: Marks that sound similar when spoken
  • Conceptual Similarity: Marks with similar meanings

How to Use

  1. Select the Similar Marks tab
  2. Enter the trademark name to compare
  3. Optionally select specific Nice classes to narrow results
  4. Click Search to find similar marks
  5. Review similarity scores and potential conflicts
Similar marks search is useful for preliminary research but should not replace professional legal advice for trademark clearance.

Brand/Applicant Analysis

Research the trademark portfolio of a specific company or brand.

Analysis Features

  • Portfolio Overview: See all trademarks owned by an applicant
  • Class Distribution: Understand which categories they’ve protected
  • Timeline: View application history over time
  • Status Breakdown: See registered vs. pending vs. rejected marks

How to Analyze

  1. Select the Brand Analysis tab
  2. Enter the applicant/company name
  3. Click Analyze to generate the report
  4. Review the portfolio breakdown and statistics

Nice Classification Reference

Trademarks are organized into 45 classes under the Nice Classification system:

Goods (Classes 1-34)

ClassCategory
1-5Chemicals, paints, pharmaceuticals
6-14Metals, machines, tools, instruments
15-21Musical instruments, paper, leather, furniture
22-27Textiles, clothing, carpets
28-34Games, food, beverages, tobacco

Services (Classes 35-45)

ClassCategory
35-38Advertising, insurance, telecommunications
39-42Transport, education, scientific services
43-45Food services, medical, legal
For vaping products, relevant classes typically include Class 34 (tobacco and smokers’ articles) and Class 11 (apparatus for lighting, heating, steam generating).

Search History

Your recent searches are saved for quick access:
  • View your last 10 searches
  • Click any previous search to repeat it
  • Clear history if needed

Best Practices

Begin with a simple name search, then add filters to refine results if you get too many matches.
Your brand may need protection in multiple Nice classes. Search each relevant class separately.
Always run a similar marks search before filing a new trademark to identify potential conflicts early.
Use brand analysis to understand your competitors’ trademark strategies and identify gaps.

Limitations

  • Search results are limited to Chinese trademark databases
  • Data may have a slight delay from official records
  • This tool is for research purposes; consult a trademark attorney for legal advice