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Reliance Corporate Advisors (RCA) is a leading professional service firm in Nepal, offering legal services and financial advisory from top lawyers and Chartered Accountants.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY AND TRADEMARKS IN NEPAL: PASSING OFF

1. INTRODUCTION

1.1. A significant purpose of trademark registration is protection of your brand in a competitive marketplace whereby your registered trademark provides a unique and distinguished identity to your products or services.

1.2. Section 2(c) of the Patent, Design and Trademark Act, 2022 (1965) (the “PDT Act”) defines a trademark as a word, symbol, or picture or a combination thereof to be used by any firm, company or individual in its products or services to distinguish them with the product or service of others.

1.3. All trademarks registered as per the PDT Act are entitled to protection from passing off and infringement. Section 16(2) of the PDT Act explicitly prohibits the copying or unauthorized use of a registered trademark without ownership transformation or written permission pursuant to Section 21 D of the PDT Act.

1.4. Section 19 of the PDT Act imposes penalties for illegal passing off and infringement, including fines and confiscation of goods, based on the gravity of the offense.

1.5. The Trademark Directives, 2072 (2015) (the “Trademark Directives”) ensure further protection to registered trademarks which are as follows:

1.5.1. To freely use the trademarks registered in their name.

1.5.2. To prevent other firms or companies from using the same trademark without permission in a manner that may cause confusion through display, viewing, speaking, hearing or other presentation.

1.5.3. To grant permission for trademark use to other firms or companies under certain conditions for a specific duration.

2. PASSING OFF AS THREAT TO TRADEMARKS

2.1. The Department of Industries (the “DOI”), a quasi-judicial industrial property authority under the Ministry of Industry, Commerce, and Supplies in Nepal, is responsible for the regulation and protection of all registered trademarks.

2.2. Any allegations of trademark infringement or passing off can be brought before the legal division of DOI. DOI has the authority to conduct hearings and issue rulings akin to those of a District Court in the country. Moreover, if parties are dissatisfied with the DOI’s decision, they have the option to appeal such decision to the High Court and eventually to the Supreme Court of Nepal, if such appeal meets the criteria of law.

2.3. Despite statutory provisions and legal precedents upholding trademark rights, Nepal faces significant challenges with trademark infringements and passing off cases.

2.4. Passing off occurrences, especially with well-known trademarks, are increasing, posing a threat to consumer rights and intellectual property protections.

2.5. “Well-Known Mark” has been defined under Section 2(f) of the Trademark Directives as a mark specified by the Government of Nepal (“GoN”) to be well-known. Nevertheless, as of the present date, GoN has neither released nor clarified the criteria for recognizing a well-known mark. This leaves the definition open to interpretation by the courts and DOI; some instances of courts interpretation have been discussed in paragraph 5 below.

2.6. While case precedents protect well-known trademarks, the lack of clear legal provisions raises doubts and potentially deter multinational corporations from trusting brand protection in Nepal.

3. WHAT CONSTITUTES AS PASSING OFF?

3.1. A trademark passing off is said to have occurred when a party, typically a business or individual, misrepresents their goods or services in a way that creates confusion or deception amongst the consumers, leading them to believe that the goods or services are associated with another party’s established trademark.

3.2. Goodwill, built through consistent branding, production, and advertisement, is a crucial element in passing off cases. When another competitor passes off on this goodwill of another trademark, the consumers are the ones who must face the direct hit as they might end up with subpar products or services under the mistaken belief that they are associated with the legitimate brand.

3.3. Lord Langdale MR, in the case of Perry v Truefitt, said that “a man is not to sell his own goods under the pretence that they are the goods of another trader”.

3.4. From interpretation and as a matter of practice to establish passing off, certain key elements need to be present such as:

3.4.1. The existence of goodwill: Claimant has to showcase the goodwill or reputation that they have built around its brand through its consistent branding, production, supply, and advertisement in a particular market or amongst a niche of consumers.

3.4.2. Misrepresentation: A clear misrepresentation from the alleged infringing party has to be demonstrated, that could deceive or confuse consumers into believing that.

3.4.3. The likelihood of confusion.

3.4.4. Actual or potential damage.

3.5. For instance, producing and selling a cold drink with its packaging, symbols, words, and colour combinations like that of Sprite, (a well-known trademarked soft drink product), with just a few tweaks and changes of letters or adding prefixes or suffixes on the mark construes as passing off.

4. WHAT ARE THE REMEDIES ONE CAN SEEK AGAINST PASSING OFF?

4.1. As a first rule of the thumb, to ensure the protection of a trademark, the crucial step is its registration with DOI. As outlined in Section 21B of the PDT Act, “The title to any patent, design or trademark registered in a foreign country shall not be valid in Nepal unless it is registered in Nepal by the concerned person.” This implies that trademarks registered in foreign jurisdictions, even those within the state parties of the Paris Convention for the Protection of Industrial Property, 1883 (the “Paris Convention”), will not enjoy protection in Nepal unless they are registered locally.

Note: Internationally, recognized well-known marks, as evidenced in case laws (discussed in paragraph 5, below), receive certain protection due to their widespread popularity. However, such protections cannot be guaranteed for well-known marks, if unregistered.

4.2. As per law, the DOI must facilitate the registration of trademarks from foreign countries without conducting elaborate inquiries if an application is filed along with relevant certificates of registration in the foreign country. This is in alignment with the provisions of the Paris Convention, as per Section 21C of the PDT Act.

4.3. However, as a matter of practice DOI conducts its regular investigation (as applicable for local trademarks) even if prior filing right is claimed as per the provision above.

4.4. After the registration of a trademark, if an entity attempts passing off an already registered trademark, an opposition claim can be filed at the Law Division of the DOI within 90 days of the publication of the mark in the Industrial Property Bulletin (“IP Bulletin”). This is in accordance with Section 21A(2) of the PDT Act.

4.5. Pursuant to Section 24(2) of the Trademark Directives, the opposition can also be filed in another language, provided that a notarized Nepali translation of the opposition claim is attached.

4.6. Upon the filing of the opposition, the DOI will refrain from issuing a trademark registration certificate for the opposed mark. The opposition will go through a similar process of litigation whereby the Parties will be called for hearings and the DOI will provide its decision on the opposed mark.

4.7. If either party is dissatisfied with the DOI’s decision, they have the option to appeal at the High Court within 35 days from the date of the decision.

4.8. On a different note, Section 25 of the Trademark Directives also provides administrative and judicial bodies for the enforcement of trademark rights. These are:

4.8.1. District Administration Office

4.8.2. Nepal Police

4.8.3. Customs Offices

4.9. These offices have been vested with the responsibility to work individually or collaboratively within their jurisdictions.

4.10. The collaborative efforts of the DOI and the mentioned administrative agencies can significantly enhance the protection of industrial property rights held by businesses, ensuring a healthy market environment for both consumers and competitors.

5. CASE LAWS RECOGNIZING THE PROTECTION OF WELL-KNOWN MARKS:

5.1. Kansai Nerolac Paints Limited v. Rukmani Chemical Industries Pvt. Ltd., NKP: 2077, Decision №10561.

5.1.1. Earlier, Rukmani Chemical Industries had registered the Kansai Nerolac Paint Nepal Pvt. Ltd. at the DOI, leading to the DOI prohibiting Kansai Nerolac Paints Limited, a Japanese multinational corporation, from using the Kansai Nerolac brand. Following an extensive legal battle in the DOI, High Court, and Supreme Court, the Supreme Court ruled in favour of Kansai Nerolac Paints Limited, establishing key principles:

5.1.1.1. “Deceptive similarity” is said to be constituted if a trademark or the words used are identical, or the trademark is displayed with modifications, such as the addition of prefix or suffix, creating a phonetic similarity with minimal dissimilarity and if presented in a similar manner at first glance.

5.1.1.2. Time limitation is not applicable for revoking the registration of a trademark if it is registered with bad faith or the registration process seems malafide.

5.1.1.3. Ownership and right over a trademark of a foreign company does not end only by virtue of the registration of such trademarks by a local company. Even after the registration of a mark copied from a well-known foreign mark by a local company, if the foreign company applies for registration of the mark at a later date, the registration in the name of the local company automatically ends.

5.2. Virgin Enterprises Limited v. Virgin Mobile Pvt. Ltd., 12 June 2023, Department of Industries

5.2.1. An opposition was filed by Virgin Enterprises Limited (“Virgin Enterprises”), a member company of the Virgin Group against Virgin Mobile Pvt. Ltd., a local company for the ownership on the mark “VIRGIN (and logo)”. Virgin Enterprises had registered their mark in Class 9 and 38 whereas the local company Virgin Mobile Pvt. Ltd. (“Virgin Mobile”) was seeking to register the mark in Class 35.

5.2.2. The DOI rejected the application of Virgin Mobile based on the following:

5.2.2.1. The “VIRGIN” mark has been registered and used by Virgin Enterprises in Nepal and other countries and thus is a well-known mark belonging to Virgin Enterprises

5.2.2.2. The mark in question, “VIRGIN (and logo)” did not appear to be the original creation of Virgin Mobile.

5.2.2.3. Virgin Mobile filed the application in bad faith.

5.2.2.4. Allowing registration of the mark in the name of Virgin Mobile will adversely affect the goodwill of Virgin Enterprises and cause confusion among consumers.

5.2.3. The DOI also reiterated its position that a well-known mark shall receive protection not only in the class in which it has been registered but also in other classes as well as in non-competing goods and services where the well-known mark does not have registration.

5.3. Six Continents Hotel Inc. V Holiday Express Travels and Tours Pvt. Ltd., 10 July 2023, Department of Industries.

5.3.1. An opposition was filed at the DOI by Six Continents Hotel Inc. (“Six Continents”) for their trademark “HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS” registered in Class 43 in Nepal against a local company Holiday Express Travels and Tours Pvt. Ltd. (“Holiday Express”) which had filed to register its mark “HOLIDAY EXPRESS TRAVELS AND TOURS (and logo)” in Class 35.

5.3.2. Six Continents opposed this application claiming that “HOLIDAY INN” marks are globally well-known marks and the application was filed in bad faith and can confuse the public.

5.3.3. The DOI made the following determination in the given case:

5.3.3.1. HOLIDAY INN marks have been registered and are used by Six Continents in Nepal and other countries and thus are well-known marks belonging to Six Continents.

5.3.3.2. Holiday Express’s proposed mark does not seem to be its original creation and the application has been made in bad faith.

5.3.3.3. Allowing registration of the “HOLIDAY EXPRESS TRAVELS AND TOURS (and logo)” mark to Holiday Express Nepal can adversely affect the goodwill of Six Continents and therefore shall cause confusion among consumers.

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Empowering Innovation: How Intellectual Property Rights Services Drive Business Success

In today's competitive business landscape, innovation is key to driving growth and staying ahead of the curve. Intellectual property (IP) plays a crucial role in protecting and monetizing innovative ideas, products, and processes. Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) services are instrumental in safeguarding these assets and ensuring that businesses can reap the full benefits of their innovations. This article explores how IPR services empower innovation and drive business success.

What is Intellectual Property Rights

Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) refer to legal rights that protect creations of the mind, such as inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, symbols, names, and images used in commerce. These rights enable creators and innovators to control the use of their creations and reap financial rewards from their investment in innovation.

The Role of IPR Services in Business Success

1. Protection of Innovations

IPR services help businesses protect their innovations through patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets. By securing these rights, businesses can prevent competitors from copying or using their ideas without permission, thereby safeguarding their competitive advantage.

2. Monetization of Intellectual Property

IPR services assist businesses in monetizing their intellectual property by licensing or selling their rights to third parties. This can be a significant source of revenue for businesses, allowing them to capitalize on their innovations and expand their market reach.

3. Risk Management

IPR services help businesses manage the risks associated with intellectual property infringement. By conducting thorough IP audits and clearance searches, businesses can identify and mitigate potential risks before they escalate into costly legal disputes.

4. Enhancing Market Value

IPR services enhance the market value of businesses by establishing a strong intellectual property portfolio. A robust IP portfolio not only attracts investors and partners but also increases the valuation of the business in the eyes of potential buyers.

5. Fostering Innovation Culture

IPR services play a crucial role in fostering a culture of innovation within organizations. By rewarding employees for their innovative ideas and providing them with the necessary legal protection, businesses can encourage creativity and drive continuous improvement.

Case Studies: How IPR Services Drive Business Success

1. Pharmaceutical Industry

In the pharmaceutical industry, patents are essential for protecting new drugs and treatments. Pharmaceutical companies invest heavily in research and development (R&D) to bring new drugs to market. IPR services help these companies secure patents for their innovations, allowing them to recoup their R&D costs and generate profits.

2. Technology Sector

In the technology sector, patents are crucial for protecting new technologies and inventions. Companies like Apple, Google, and Microsoft rely on patents to protect their innovative products and services. IPR services help these companies navigate the complex patent landscape and defend their intellectual property against infringement.

3. Entertainment Industry

In the entertainment industry, copyrights are essential for protecting artistic works such as music, films, and books. Copyright infringement is a significant concern for artists and creators, and IPR services play a vital role in protecting their rights and ensuring fair compensation for their work.

Conclusion Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) services are instrumental in empowering innovation and driving business success. By protecting and monetizing intellectual property, IPR services enable businesses to leverage their innovations for competitive advantage and financial gain. As businesses continue to innovate and expand into new markets, the role of IPR services will only become more critical. Embracing IPR services as a strategic business tool is essential for businesses seeking to thrive in today's innovation-driven economy. Contact Us for more Information.

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The Secret Guide to Find the Best Intellectual Property Lawyer

In today's rapidly evolving world, intellectual property (IP) has become a valuable and fiercely protected asset. Whether you're a creative artist, a tech startup, or an established corporation, your ideas, inventions, and innovations deserve safeguarding. This is where intellectual property lawyers come into play. In this article, we'll explore the critical role of intellectual property lawyers and why their expertise is indispensable in an era of creativity and innovation.

Understanding Intellectual Property

Before we delve into the role of an intellectual property lawyer, it's essential to grasp what intellectual property encompasses. Intellectual property refers to the legal rights granted to individuals or entities over their creations or inventions. These creations can include:

Copyrightable Works: Such as literature, music, films, and software. Trademarks: Identifiers of goods or services that distinguish them from others. Patents: Exclusive rights to inventions, processes, and innovations. Trade Secrets: Proprietary information, like manufacturing processes, formulas, or customer lists.

The Vital Role of Intellectual Property Lawyers

Strategic Counsel: Intellectual property lawyers provide strategic guidance on how to protect your IP assets. They assess your unique needs and develop a customized plan to safeguard your creations.

IP Portfolio Management: For businesses, managing a portfolio of IP assets can be complex. Lawyers assist in organizing, maintaining, and enforcing these assets, ensuring they remain valuable assets.

Registration and Filing: Intellectual property lawyers are experts in filing and registering IP with the appropriate government authorities. This includes copyright registrations, trademark applications, and patent filings.

IP Enforcement: When someone infringes upon your intellectual property rights, an IP lawyer is your advocate. They can send cease-and-desist letters, negotiate settlements, or take legal action on your behalf.

Defensive Strategies: Intellectual property lawyers can help clients defend against allegations of IP infringement. They evaluate the claims, gather evidence, and develop a strong defense strategy.

Licensing and Contracts: Many IP owners license their rights to others. Lawyers negotiate and draft licensing agreements, ensuring that the terms protect the IP owner's interests.

Due Diligence: In mergers, acquisitions, or investments, intellectual property lawyers conduct due diligence to assess the value and risks associated with IP assets.

Challenges in the Digital Age

In today's digital age, the protection of intellectual property faces unique challenges. The ease of copying and distributing digital content, the rise of online infringement, and the global nature of the internet have added complexity to IP issues. Intellectual property lawyers must adapt to these challenges by staying current on legal developments, cybersecurity threats, and international IP treaties.

The Importance of Early Action

One crucial aspect of intellectual property protection is early action. Waiting until an issue arises can be costly and limit your legal options. Intellectual property lawyers stress the importance of proactive protection. Whether you're an individual artist or a business entity, consulting with an IP lawyer early in the creative or innovative process can help you establish a strong foundation for protection.

Navigating International IP Law:

In our interconnected world, intellectual property often crosses international borders. Intellectual property lawyers are well-versed in international IP treaties and agreements. They can assist clients in protecting their IP rights globally, ensuring that innovations, trademarks, and copyrights are safeguarded in multiple jurisdictions.

IP Litigation and Enforcement:

When disputes over intellectual property arise, IP lawyers are prepared to advocate for their clients in legal proceedings. IP litigation can be complex, involving issues such as patent infringement, copyright disputes, or trademark challenges. Lawyers specializing in IP have the expertise to build strong cases and represent their clients effectively in court.

Emerging Technologies and IP:

As technology continues to advance, intellectual property lawyers are at the forefront of addressing novel challenges. This includes issues related to artificial intelligence, blockchain, virtual reality, and biotechnology. Lawyers work to ensure that innovators in these fields have adequate protection for their creations while also navigating the ethical and legal complexities that arise.

Digital Rights Management (DRM):

In the digital age, the protection of digital content is paramount. IP lawyers play a role in advising content creators and distributors on implementing DRM strategies to prevent unauthorized copying or distribution of digital assets.

Open Source and IP Licensing:

Open-source software and collaborative projects have become essential parts of the tech industry. Intellectual property lawyers help clients understand the intricacies of open-source licensing and ensure compliance with license terms when using open-source software in their projects.

Protection Against Counterfeiting and Piracy:

Counterfeiting and piracy remain significant threats to intellectual property rights. IP lawyers work with clients to develop strategies to combat counterfeit products and piracy in various industries, from fashion to pharmaceuticals.

Education and Awareness:

Intellectual property lawyers often play an educational role, helping clients understand the importance of IP protection. They can offer guidance on best practices for IP management within organizations, including employee training on IP issues.

Environmental Considerations:

In some cases, intellectual property intersects with environmental concerns. IP lawyers work with clients to protect environmentally sustainable innovations, such as clean energy technologies, and navigate IP issues related to environmental regulations and patents.

Ethical Considerations:

The ethical responsibilities of IP lawyers are multifaceted. They must uphold the highest ethical standards in their practice, ensuring confidentiality, avoiding conflicts of interest, and providing clients with honest and transparent advice. Ethical considerations are particularly important when dealing with sensitive matters such as trade secrets.

Conclusion: Guardians of Innovation and Creativity

In a rapidly evolving world driven by innovation and creativity, intellectual property lawyers serve as essential guardians of the rights and interests of individuals, businesses, and organizations. They navigate complex legal landscapes, address emerging challenges in technology and digital media, and provide strategic guidance that allows innovators to thrive while protecting their valuable creations.

The role of an intellectual property lawyer extends beyond legal expertise; it encompasses a commitment to fostering innovation, creativity, and the responsible management of intellectual assets. By collaborating with these legal professionals, individuals and entities can navigate the intricate terrain of intellectual property rights, secure their innovations, and contribute to the vibrant tapestry of human progress. In an age where ideas and innovations are catalysts for change, intellectual property lawyers are instrumental in safeguarding the intellectual legacy of today and the innovations of tomorrow.

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Temu Is a Total Rip-off

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Great video by Benn Jordan about the idea of abolishing copyright law.

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Understanding Contract Manufacturing: A Guide for Health and Beauty Brands

In today’s competitive business landscape, especially in the health and beauty sector, leveraging contract manufacturing can be a game-changer for entrepreneurs and brands of all sizes. Whether you’re an emerging startup or a well-established company, contract manufacturing offers the flexibility, scalability and expertise you need to bring your product to market efficiently and with a high degree of quality.

At AYO Labs, we specialize in contract manufacturing services for the health and beauty industry. With our fully operational facility in Newark, New Jersey, and the upcoming New York facility opening in 2025 at The Brooklyn Navy Yard, we are positioned to provide comprehensive, flexible, and high-quality manufacturing solutions to meet the diverse needs of our clients.

This guide will explore all the basics of Contract Manufacturing, its benefits and challenges, and how it fits into your overall strategy for business growth and success.

What is Contract Manufacturing?

Contract Manufacturing is a partnership where brands outsource production to specialized manufacturers. In this arrangement, the contract manufacturer is responsible for the production according to the agreed-upon specifications such as formulation, quality standard and quantity.

For health and beauty brands, contract manufacturing is a critical service that enables the creation of products without the need for significant investment in manufacturing facilities or equipment. This allows businesses to focus on branding, marketing and customer acquisitions while leaving the complexity of production to experts in the field.

At AYO Labs, we provide customized manufacturing solutions that cover everything from product formulation and development to packaging and labelling, all under one roof. Our scalable production capabilities start at just 250 units, allowing small and medium-sized brands to access high-quality manufacturing without the burden of high minimum order quantities (MOQ).

Pros and Cons of Contract Manufacturing

Pros of Contract Manufacturing

Cost-effective: Setting up your own manufacturing facility requires significant capital investment. With contract manufacturing, you can save on infrastructure, equipment and labour costs. By working with an established manufacturer like AYO Labs, you can produce high-quality products at a lower cost.

Scalability: Contract Manufacturing offers the flexibility to scale your production volumes according to demand. At AYO Labs, we can handle small MOQs starting at 250 units and scaling up to 2 million units per month.

Expertise & Resources: Contract manufacturers like us have specialized knowledge, advanced technology, and regulatory expertise, ensuring your products meet industry standards and quality expectations. Our team is experienced in R&D, formulations and regulatory compliance, which means you don’t have to reinvent the whole wheel every time you launch a new product.

Faster Time-to-market: With flexible production schedules, contract manufacturing accelerates product development and helps you get to market faster. At AYO Labs, we can often make your product market-ready within just a week, which is crucial in today’s fast-paced beauty and health industry.

Focus on Core Competencies: Outsourcing production allows your brand to focus on what you do best — branding, marketing, and sales. Meanwhile, we handle the complexity of production, quality control and logistics.

Cons of Contract Manufacturing

Limited Control: One downside of contract manufacturing is that you have less direct control over the manufacturing process. However, clear communication and regular oversight through a contract manufacturing agreement can mitigate this issue.

Dependency on a Third-party: Relying on a third-party manufacturer means that you’re dependent on the quality and delivery timelines. Choosing a reputable and experienced partner like AYO Labs ensures you get the consistency and reliability you need.

Intellectual Property Risk: Since the manufacturer will have access to your product formulas and designs, there is a risk of intellectual property theft or misuse. Getting a contract for services that includes strong confidentiality clauses can help safeguard your intellectual property. AYO Labs does not claim ownership of the products it formulates with or for you.

Private Label Manufacturing vs. Contract Manufacturing

Private label manufacturing refers to the type of contract manufacturing where the manufacturer produces the product for the brand, but the brand sells it under its own name. This is common in industries like cosmetics, skincare, and supplements, where brands often outsource the production of their products while retaining full control over branding and marketing.

While private-label manufacturing is a subset of contract manufacturing, it’s important to distinguish between the two. In private-label scenarios, the brand typically does not own the formulation and may select from the range of existing products that the manufacturer produces. In contrast, contract manufacturing allows for custom formulations and specific product designs tailored to the brand’s unique needs.

At AYO Labs, we offer both private label manufacturing and custom formulations and product development services. Our R&D laboratory ensures your product is not only compliant but also optimized for performance and market appeal.

Contract Manufacturing Agreement: Key Considerations

A contract manufacturing agreement is essential for defining the terms and responsibilities between the client and the manufacturer. This legal document outlines key details such as the scope of work, quality expectations, etc. Here’s what to include:

Scope of Work: Clearly define what is expected from both parties, including product specifications, and timelines.

Quality Control: Establish quality standards, testing procedures, and certification requirements. AYO Labs adheres to cGMP FDA regulations and holds certifications like ISO 1234 USP Water System, ensuring our products meet the highest quality standards.

Pricing & Payment Terms: Specify pricing structures, payment schedules, and any penalties for delays or non-compliance.

Intellectual Property Protection: Include confidentiality clauses, to protect proprietary information, including product formulas and marketing strategies.

Regulatory Compliances: Ensure the manufacturer is compliant with all relevant industry regulations, such as FDA regulations for health & beauty products.

The Contract Manufacturing Process

The contract manufacturing process involves several steps to ensure the smooth execution of manufacturing projects. At AYO Labs, we follow a streamlined process that includes:

Initial Consultation: We work with you to understand your product vision, target market, and specific needs. This is where we align our goals and develop a custom manufacturing plan.

R&D and Product Development: Our expert team of cosmetic chemists helps customize your product formulation, ensuring it meets regulatory standards and market trends.

Manufacturing and Production: Once your formulation is finalized, we move to production. Our scalable, automated facility can produce small batches and large quantities, depending on your needs.

Quality Assurance & Regulatory Compliance: Throughout the manufacturing process, we maintain rigorous QA protocols and ensure that your product complies with industry standards, including FDA and GMP guidelines.

Packaging, Branding & Logistics: We handle the final stages of product development, including the packaging design, labelling & logistics to ensure that your product reaches the market on time and in optimal condition.

Why Choose AYO Labs?

At AYO Labs, we understand that every health and beauty brand has unique needs. Our contract manufacturing facilities are designed to provide flexibility, quality, and speed to market — whether you’re a startup or a well-established brand. With a facility in Newark, New Jersey and a new location opening in 2025 in The Brooklyn Navy Yard, New York, we are ready to support your manufacturing needs every step of the way.

From small MOQs to custom formulations, we are committed to helping you supercharge your health and beauty brand. Contact us today at Sales@ayolabs.com to learn how AYO Labs can be your trusted partner in manufacturing.

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Comprehensive Legal Solutions for Healthcare Professionals | MednLaw

Discover expert legal support tailored for healthcare professionals at MednLaw. From compliance management to intellectual property protection, we provide specialized services to navigate the complexities of healthcare law. Safeguard your practice, streamline operations, and ensure regulatory adherence with our trusted legal guidance. Explore our solutions today!

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Understanding Evidence of Use Search & Patent Claim Chart Services | IIP Search

Discover the essentials of Evidence of Use (EOU) search and patent claim chart services. Learn how EOU strengthens IP enforcement, licensing, and litigation strategies. Understand the importance of claim charts, their role in IP cases, and the benefits of professional services. Partner with experts to protect and maximize your intellectual property. Visit IIP Search to explore comprehensive solutions tailored to your needs.

Protect your innovations with confidence. Partner with IIP Search for tailored solutions in patent research and analysis. Visit iipsearch.com today to learn more and schedule a consultation.

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If buying isn't owning, Then copying isn't stealing

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Get Your Intellectual Property Documents Apostille Online

1. What is an Intellectual Property Documents Apostille? An Intellectual Property Documents Apostille is an official certification that validates the authenticity of IP-related documents for use in countries that are members of the Hague Apostille Convention. These documents may include patents, trademarks, copyrights, or licensing agreements. The apostille ensures these documents are legally…

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Essential Patent Services for Innovation Protection

In today's fast-paced world, innovation drives progress. Entrepreneurs, inventors, and businesses are constantly developing new products, processes, and technologies to revolutionize industries. Protecting these innovations is equally important to ensure commercial success. One of the most effective ways to protect your intellectual property (IP) is through patents. patent services like those from Immunis IP play a vital role in helping individuals and organizations protect their inventions, providing them with exclusive rights and a competitive advantage in the marketplace.

What is a patent?

A patent is a legal right given to the creator of a new, useful, non-obvious invention. It gives the inventor the exclusive right to make, use, sell, and distribute the patented invention for a specific period of time (usually 20 years). By issuing a patent, the government ensures that the inventor's intellectual property will be protected from unauthorized use and copying by others.

Essentially, a patent is a legal recognition of an inventor's work and prevents anyone else from using the idea commercially without permission. The patent application process is complex and requires thorough research and documentation to meet legal requirements. Patent registration services in usa can help inventors navigate this process smoothly and effectively secure their rights.

Importance of patent and application services

Patent application services in usa are essential for anyone considering filing for a patent. These services guide inventors through the complex application process and ensure that their invention meets the standards for patentability. Here are the main reasons why patent services in usa are so important:

Expert Advice

Patent laws are technical and vary from country to country. Intellectual property experts like Immunis IP provide comprehensive support to inventors, helping them navigate the complexities of patent law and filing properly. Her expertise also extends to intellectual property legal services in usa, ensuring that all legal requirements are met.

Submitting the Application

When filing a patent application, detailed documentation including technical descriptions, drawings, and claims must be prepared. Professional services help inventors prepare accurate documentation and submit it to the relevant patent office. For certain innovations, design patent services in usa can be utilized to ensure that the aesthetic or ornamental aspects of a product are protected.

Patent Filing

After filing, the patent office may request additional clarifications during the examination process. Patent filing services in usa can help you handle these requests quickly and professionally, ensuring a smooth filing.

Patent Protection Services

Securing a patent means more than just filing, it means long-term protection. Patent protection services in usa protect inventors' rights from infringement and ensure the value of their intellectual property is protected.

Patent filing services in usa are essential to protect your intellectual property. With expert support from an organization like Immunis IP, inventors can focus on securing their innovation and maximizing their potential. From patent registration services in usa to design patent services in usa, these services ensure comprehensive legal protection. By leveraging intellectual property legal services in usa, inventors can turn their ideas into valuable assets and pave the way for commercial success. Whether it's a ground breaking product or a unique design, patents form the basis for long-term innovation and protection.

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Spreading the word since Internet platform continue to do exactly nothing to protect artists and in fact actively enable art theft.

Funny how YouTube will happily nuke entire channels if they detect 0.5 seconds of copyrighted material used legally yet sees nothing wrong with people stealing and monetizing indepdendant artists' entire works.

And OF COURSE this guy has to somehow tie it to AI. Of course. At this point, I'm shocked when a grift doesn't mention AI in some fashion.

Might as well post this here for posterity, since Youtube has yet to resolve the matter.

A couple of weeks ago, my short film 'Pleasant Inn' got a false copyright strike from an individual named Kazi Zidane Mim. He has been striking any Youtube channel that reacted to my short film in the hopes of uploading his own stolen version titled 'Paradise Hell.'

For comparisons, here is my original short film:

[This is a horror animation and contains flashing lights, so viewer discretion is advised]

And here is Kazi Zidane's stolen version:

Kazi Zidane Mim has a history of just flat out stealing.

As an example, this is his 'Bloody Mary graphic novel,' which is actually a manga called 'Ibitsu,' with only the text/dialogue changed.

He's literally just selling this on Google Books and Amazon without any push-back.

I also found out that he has a Sketchfab account.

Why is this important? Because Sketchfab offers a great library of 3D models made by other artists, such as this animated deer by Games in Motion Studios;

Look familiar?

I'm sure coincidences are possible, tho 🦌

Kazi Zidane even made a bogus IMDB page of my stolen short.

And to add insult to injury...

So far, Youtube hasn't done anything about this and I'm tired of waiting. Many channels have received false copyright strikes by Kazi Zidane Mim just for reacting to 'Pleasant Inn' since 2019.