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
Comprehensive Search
The most flexible search mode with multiple filter options.Available Filters
| Filter | Description |
|---|---|
| Keyword | Search by the registered trademark name |
| Nice Class | Filter by international trademark classification (1-45) |
| Status | Filter by registration status (registered, pending, rejected, etc.) |
| Applicant | Search by the company or individual who filed the trademark |
| Agent | Search by the trademark agent who handled the filing |
| Sort | Toggle sorting by registration date (ascending/descending) |
How to Search
- Open the Trademark Search page from the Information Dashboard
- Select Comprehensive Search tab
- Enter your search criteria in one or more fields
- Click Search to view results
- Browse results with pagination controls
Search Results
Each result displays:- Trademark name (Chinese and English)
- Nice classification
- Current status
- Applicant name
- Registration number
- Application, registration, and validity dates
- Goods/Services covered
- Similar groups
AI Translation
Trademark details returned from the Chinese database can be automatically translated to English using AI (Gemini 2.0 Flash). This covers fields such as applicant names, goods/services descriptions, and other Chinese-language data, making results accessible to English-speaking users without manual translation.Similar Marks Search
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
- Select the Similar Marks tab
- Enter the trademark name to compare
- Optionally select specific Nice classes to narrow results
- Click Search to find similar marks
- Review similarity scores and potential conflicts
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
- Select the Brand Analysis tab
- Enter the applicant/company name
- Click Analyze to generate the report
- Review the portfolio breakdown and statistics
Nice Classification Reference
Trademarks are organized into 45 classes under the Nice Classification system:Goods (Classes 1-34)
| Class | Category |
|---|---|
| 1-5 | Chemicals, paints, pharmaceuticals |
| 6-14 | Metals, machines, tools, instruments |
| 15-21 | Musical instruments, paper, leather, furniture |
| 22-27 | Textiles, clothing, carpets |
| 28-34 | Games, food, beverages, tobacco |
Services (Classes 35-45)
| Class | Category |
|---|---|
| 35-38 | Advertising, insurance, telecommunications |
| 39-42 | Transport, education, scientific services |
| 43-45 | Food services, medical, legal |
Best Practices
Start broad, then narrow
Start broad, then narrow
Begin with a simple name search, then add filters to refine results if you get too many matches.
Check multiple classes
Check multiple classes
Your brand may need protection in multiple Nice classes. Search each relevant
class separately.
Use similar marks before filing
Use similar marks before filing
Always run a similar marks search before filing a new trademark to identify
potential conflicts early.
Research competitors
Research competitors
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
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