Leveraging the Chinese Utility Model to Protect Consumer Products
When in Rome Shenzhen (or Guangzhou or Ningbo) . . .
If your company sells consumer products, you may be overlooking a fast, affordable way to protect your IP in China. The Chinese Utility Model offers quick deterrence against copycats—even before your product hits the market. Learn why this underused tool deserves a spot in your foreign filing strategy.
Business Considerations for Foreign Filings
Before filing patents abroad, take a hard look at your business goals. This post explores how market plans, product strategy, and manufacturing decisions should shape where—and whether—you pursue foreign protection.