Trademark Objection

Once a trademark application is filed, it is examined by a Trademark Examiner, who reviews it and conducts a search for any existing trademarks that are identical or similar to the one applied for. The results of this review are documented in a Trademark Examination Report.

Use of Incorrect Trademark Form

If a trademark application is not filed using the correct form, the Trademark Examiner may raise an objection such as the following:

“The application is made on Form TM-1 for a certification mark in respect of goods or services falling under a class. The form of the application should be corrected to TM-4 by filing a request on Form TM-16.”

Corrective Action:

The applicant can resolve this objection by submitting a correction request through Form TM-16 to amend the application form appropriately.

Is it mandate to get IEC code?

It is mandatory for individuals or businesses to obtain an Import Export Code (IEC) before engaging in the import or export of goods and services from India. Since there are no compliance or return-filing requirements associated with it, it is advisable to get an IEC even if you don’t need it immediately.