Pricing
Transparent Pricing for Common China IP Work
Clear starting points for China trademark, patent, and protection-related work — with flat-fee packages where practical and custom quotes where needed.
How It Works
How this pricing works
We distinguish between standard matters and complex matters — because not every engagement should be priced the same way.
Standard matters
Fixed service fee, quoted in advance. You see the full cost before work begins.
Official fees
Government fees are passed through at cost, with no markup.
Complex matters
Quoted after a short review — claims count, translation scope, and case factors all affect cost.
Fee structure shown first
We always separate service fees from official fees so you know exactly what you are paying for.
China Trademark
Trademark Registration Packages
Three structured entry points — sized for where you are in the brand-protection process.
Assessment First
China Trademark
Starter Review
For clients who want a practical China trademark assessment before committing to a filing.
- Initial trademark risk review
- Class and subclass direction
- English vs Chinese mark recommendation
- Short written next-step note
Search + Filing
China Trademark
Search + Filing Pack
For brands ready to file in China who want search and strategy built in — not blind submission.
- Comprehensive search and risk review
- Filing strategy note
- One-mark filing in China
- Class and subclass guidance
- Filing kickoff support
Dual-Mark Filing
China Brand
Lock Pack
For brands that want English and Chinese mark protection together — preventing bad-faith registrations of both.
- English + Chinese mark strategy
- Dual-mark filing structure
- Subclass planning guidance
- Written protection recommendation
- Filing launch support
Add-Ons & Extended Protection
Trademark add-ons
These can be added to any trademark package, or requested independently.
Additional Class
Register in a second Nice classification alongside your primary filing.
China Customs / GACC Recordal
Record your mark with Chinese customs to intercept counterfeit shipments at the border.
Chinese Brand Naming
Strategy, creation, and availability check for a Chinese-character brand name.
Bilingual NNN Agreement
Factory-side non-disclosure, non-use, non-circumvention agreement in Chinese and English.
Custom Manufacturing Agreement
Comprehensive OEM or manufacturing agreement tailored to your factory relationship.
China Patent
Patent Filing — Starting Points
Typical starting service-fee ranges are shown below. Official fees, translation, and case-specific scope are quoted separately.
Patent Search Report
from $300
per jurisdiction
Direct Invention Filing
from $630
attorney service fee
Utility Model Filing
from $470
attorney service fee
PCT National Phase Entry
from $630
attorney service fee
Design Patent Filing
from $350
attorney service fee
FTO Analysis
from $10,000
project-based quote
Custom Quotes
When a precise quote is needed
Some matters cannot be quoted accurately without a quick review first.
- Claim-heavy or technically complex patent cases
- Long technical translations
- Amended PCT materials
- Office action-heavy matters
- Oppositions and disputes
- Freedom to Operate (FTO) analysis
- Licensing and supply-chain agreements
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Practical answers — not pricing jargon.
Trademark
Do I need a Starter Review before filing in China?
Not always — but it reduces the risk of a misstep. A review clarifies the right class structure, whether a Chinese mark is needed alongside your English mark, and whether your mark is likely to face conflicts. For most clients, this step pays for itself.
What is included in the Search + Filing Pack?
A comprehensive search of existing marks in the relevant class, a filing strategy note, the actual trademark application filing, class and subclass guidance, and support through the filing kickoff. Official registration fees are included at cost.
When should I choose the Brand Lock Pack?
If you want to protect both your English mark and a Chinese-language version in one structured engagement, the Brand Lock Pack handles the dual-mark strategy, filing structure, and subclass planning together.
Is the Starter Review fee creditable into a filing package?
Yes. If you proceed to a Search + Filing Pack or Brand Lock Pack within 7 days of the Starter Review, the $199 fee is fully credited toward the package cost.
Are official government fees included in the package prices?
Yes for the trademark packages — official fees are built into the stated package price and passed through at cost. For patent matters, official fees are quoted separately.
Patent
Why is patent pricing shown as 'from' pricing?
Because the final cost of a patent engagement depends on claims count, translation volume, examination rounds, and official fee schedules — none of which can be fully known before we review your application. 'Starting from' reflects the attorney service fee floor.
What can change the final cost of a China patent filing?
Translation length, number of claims above the base threshold, office action responses, and any additional examination requests. We quote these separately after reviewing your materials.
When should I choose invention patent vs utility model?
Invention patents cover a broader protection scope but take 2–3 years to grant. Utility models are faster (6–12 months), lower cost, and suited to hardware products with defined structural features. We help you assess which fits your situation during a review.
What is included in a PCT national phase entry quote?
The attorney service fee covers entry formalities, deadline tracking, and filing coordination. Translation of the specification, official CNIPA fees, and excess claim charges are quoted separately based on your PCT application specifics.
When do I need a precise quote rather than a package fee?
If your matter involves significant technical complexity, a large claims set, substantial amended materials, or prior art complications, a short review is needed before we can quote with confidence. We will tell you clearly which category your case falls into.
Need a precise quote for your China IP matter?
Tell us what you need help with. We will point you to the right package or prepare a more precise quote where needed.