In Indonesia, the Trademark opposition window is only 2 months, but don’t let that short timeline fool you. For global companies and established brand owners, it’s one of the most powerful tools to block copycats before they ever reach the market. Here’s how it works: ...
Spoiler: It’s real — and surprisingly common. Trademark squatting is not just a scary headline. It frequently occurs in Indonesia, particularly in fast-moving consumer sectors such as beauty, fashion, and F&B. Both local and foreign parties rush to register brands that do not actually belong to...
For foreign Patent owners—whether individuals or entities—navigating Patent Annuity payments in Indonesia requires careful attention to local legal requirements. Under the latest Indonesian Patent Law (Law No. 65 of 2024), foreign applicants or Patent Holders are not permitted to interact directly with the Directorate General of Intellectual...
In Indonesia, the procedure for renewing a Trademark is governed by Law No. 20 of 2016 on Trademarks and Geographical Indications (“Trademark Law”). According to this regulation, a registered Trademark is valid for 10 years from the filing date and may be renewed within 6 months prior...
Action figure communities in Indonesia have recently been shaken by a wave of takedowns on popular products across e-commerce platforms. Not only unofficial sellers like casual collectors were affected, but even official resellers who had followed the “white list” registration procedures were hit. The trigger? An official...
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