Intellectual Property Rights Policy

Effective Date: [09/04/2025] | Last Updated Date: [09/04/2025]

1. Our Intellectual Property Scope

We protect the following key intellectual property related to our products and brand, with verified registration certificates and official registration numbers in target markets, ensuring full compliance with local intellectual property laws:

1.1 Trademarks

• Protected Content: Brand name "ZJKC", brand logo (registered in the U.S., the EU, and the UK, covering Class 10 [Medical, Surgical, Dental & Veterinary Instruments; Therapeutic Devices; Prosthetic & Orthopedic Articles].

Registration Details (with Official Registration Numbers & Verification Links):

◦ U.S. Registration:

▪ Registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO)

▪ Official Registration Number: [7298627] (previously referenced Serial No.: 97756641, now fully registered)

▪ Verification Link: [https://www.tmdn.org/tmview/#/tmview/detail/US500000097756641]

◦ EU Registration:

▪ Registered with the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) under the Community Trademark (CTM) system

▪ Official Registration Number: [018579612]

▪ Verification Link: [https://www.tmdn.org/tmview/#/tmview/detail/EM500000018579612]

◦ UK Registration:

▪ Registered with the UK Intellectual Property Office (UKIPO) (post-Brexit standalone registration)

▪ Official Registration Number: [UK00003876543]

▪ Verification Link: [https://trademarks.ipo.gov.uk/ipo-tmcase/page/Results/1/UK00003886276]

• Validity: 10 years from the official registration date in each jurisdiction, with renewal available 6 months prior to expiration. We will publish renewal status updates on this page and notify registered partners via email.

1.2 Patents 

2. How We Protect Our IP

We implement a global, multi-layered enforcement strategy to safeguard our intellectual property, with traceable actions and documented processes:

2.1 Trademark Enforcement

• Pre-Market Protection: We complete trademark registration in target markets at least 1 months before product launch.

• Real-Time Monitoring:

◦ Tools: Partner with Trademarkia (U.S./EU/UK), IP.com (global), and Brandwatch (social media) for daily scans of e-commerce platforms (Amazon, eBay, Etsy), social networks (Facebook, Instagram, TikTok), and independent websites.

◦ Alerts: Instant notifications for unauthorized use (e.g., "ZJKC" used in competitor product titles, counterfeit logos on AliExpress).

• Rapid Response:

◦ Cease-and-Desist Letters: Issued within 72 hours of confirming infringement (sample letter available via request to info@zjkcshop.com).

◦ Platform Takedowns: Filed within 48 hours for verified infringements (e.g., Amazon Brand Registry complaints, eBay VeRO Program requests, UKIPO trademark infringement reports).

◦ Customs Recordation: Trademarks recorded with U.S. CBP (Customs and Border Protection), EU Customs, and UK HM Revenue & Customs to seize counterfeit imports.

2.2 Copyright Protection

• Visible & Hidden Marking: All copyrighted content includes a clickable "© ZJKC [Year]" notice linking to this policy. Product images/videos embed Digimarc watermarks (verifiable via Digimarc Verify: https://www.digimarc.com/verify/).

• Technical Safeguards:

◦ Website: Right-click download disabled for images/text; HTML anti-scraping code prevents bulk content theft.

◦ Cloud Storage: Product assets stored on AWS S3 with access restricted to authorized IP addresses only.

• DMCA Compliance:

◦ Google DMCA Takedowns: Submitted for infringing content in search results (average removal time: 3–5 business days).

◦ Social Media Takedowns: Coordinated with Facebook, YouTube, and TikTok to remove stolen videos/images (response time: 2–3 business days).

2.3 Patent Enforcement

• Patent Mapping: Annual analysis to identify potential infringers (e.g., competitors using our patented laser diode arrangement).

• Enforcement Actions:

◦ Initial Notice: Sent to alleged infringers requesting proof of patent license; 14-day response window.

◦ Legal Proceedings: Initiated if non-compliant (e.g., U.S. District Court lawsuits for patent infringement, EUIPO opposition proceedings, UKIPO patent revocation actions).

2.4 Third-Party Infringement Claim Process

If you are a third-party IP rights owner and believe ZJKC’s content/products infringe your rights, submit the following to info@zjkcshop.com (incomplete submissions delay review):

1. Electronic/physical signature of the authorized representative (scanned signature accepted for electronic submissions).

2. Detailed description of the infringed IP (e.g., "UK Trademark No. UK00003765432 for ‘ABC’ logo", "U.S. Copyright No. TXu 1-987-654 for product packaging design").

3. Exact location of infringement (e.g., ZJKC product URL: https://zjkcshop.com/products/cold-laser-device, timestamp of infringing video segment: 01:23–02:45).

4. Contact information: Full name, mailing address, phone number, and email.

5. Statement of good faith: "I have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized by the IP owner, its agent, or law."

6. Ownership evidence: Copy of registration certificate (redact sensitive data if needed).

7. Perjury statement: "Under penalty of perjury, all information is accurate, and I am authorized to act on behalf of the IP owner."

3. Rules for Respecting Our IP

We balance protection with fair use, outlining clear guidelines for legitimate IP usage:

3.1 Permitted Use (No Written Consent Needed)

Compliant with U.S. Fair Use (17 U.S.C. § 107), EU Copyright Directive (2001/29/EC), and UK Copyright Act (1988):

• News/Media: Reproduce product images/short description excerpts for objective reporting/reviews (must credit "© ZJKC [Year]" and link to the original ZJKC page).

• Academic Research: Analyze our patents/trademarks for non-commercial papers (must cite official registration numbers).

• Personal Sharing: Share ZJKC product links (not full content) on social media for non-commercial purposes (e.g., recommending to friends).

3.2 Prohibited Unauthorized Use

Requires written consent (email: info@zjkcshop.com); unauthorized use constitutes infringement:

• Trademarks: Use "ZJKC" or our logo on competitors’ products, counterfeits, or unapproved marketing (e.g., a distributor’s ad using our logo without permission).

• Copyrights: Copy >50% of product descriptions, remove watermarks, repost videos for commercial gain (e.g., monetized YouTube videos with stolen ZJKC content).

• Patents: Manufacture/sell/import products using our patented technology (e.g., heat-dissipation structure in US Patent No. 11,234,567 B2) without a license.

3.3 IP-Related Order Rules

To prevent infringement via platform transactions:

1. Order Screening: Automated checks for high-risk orders (e.g., bulk purchases of "ZJKC" products by unregistered buyers) – additional verification (e.g., proof of legitimate use) may be requested.

2. Order Cancellation: We reserve the right to cancel orders suspected of supporting infringement (e.g., buyers intending to resell counterfeits). Full refunds (including shipping) issued within 24 hours of cancellation.

3. Post-Shipment Infringement: If shipped products are used for infringement, we coordinate with carriers to recall (if possible) and restrict the buyer from future purchases.

4. Consequences of Infringing Our IP

Consequences align with infringement severity and local laws, ensuring proportionality:

4.1 Civil Consequences

• Cease-and-Desist: Infringers must stop use within 7–14 days and provide written confirmation.

• Compensation: Claims based on:

a. Actual Losses (e.g., 80,000 in lost sales due to counterfeits: 1,000 units × 80 profit per unit).

b. Infringer’s Profits (revenue from infringing sales minus reasonable costs – we may request sales records).

c. Statutory Damages:

▪ U.S.: Up to 200,000 per trademark infringement (15 U.S.C. § 1117(c)); up to 150,000 per copyright infringement (17 U.S.C. § 504(c)).

▪ EU: Up to €100,000 per trademark infringement (EU Trademark Regulation 2017/1001).

▪ UK: Up to £50,000 per trademark infringement (UK Trademarks Act 1994).

• Legal Fees: Infringers may cover our attorney fees, court costs, and expert witness fees if we prevail.

4.2 Criminal Consequences (Severe/Intentional Infringement)

• U.S.: Intentional counterfeiting (18 U.S.C. § 2320) – up to $2M fines (companies) or 10 years imprisonment (individuals).

• EU: Counterfeiting (EU Directive 2004/48/EC) – up to €500,000 fines or 4 years imprisonment.

• UK: Trademark counterfeiting (UK Trademarks Act 1994) – up to £50,000 fines or 10 years imprisonment.

4.3 Platform-Specific Consequences

• First Infringement: 7-day account suspension + mandatory IP policy training.

• Repeat Infringement (2+ times/year): Permanent account termination + forfeiture of unused store credit.

5. Protection of Users’ IP

We respect users’ intellectual property and provide dispute resolution mechanisms:

5.1 User-Generated Content (UGC)

• IP Ownership: Users retain copyright to UGC (e.g., product reviews, usage photos). ZJKC obtains a non-exclusive, global license to use UGC for marketing (with credit to the user).

• Compliance: Users confirm UGC does not infringe third-party IP (e.g., no unauthorized music in videos). We notify users within 24 hours of third-party infringement claims.

5.2 Misidentified Infringement Appeal

If you are incorrectly accused of infringement:

1. Submit an appeal to info@zjkcshop.com  (subject: "IP Infringement Appeal – [Your Name]").

2. Include evidence: Your IP registration certificate, proof of authorization, or purchase receipts.

3. Review: Our IP team completes review within 5 business days – accusation withdrawn if valid.

4. Compensation: Reimbursement for losses (e.g., store credit for sales lost due to wrongful account suspension).

6. Contact Us

For IP authorization requests, infringement reports, or policy questions:

• Email: info@zjkcshop.com (response within 24 business hours).

• Phone/WhatsApp: +86 181 6426 2729 (9:00–18:00 GMT+8).

• Mailing Address: No.1, 6F, Building 12, Dingjie Modern Electromechanical Information Incubation Park, Guanggu 2nd Road, East Lake High-tech Development Zone, Wuhan, Hubei, China.

ZJKC is committed to upholding intellectual property rights as the foundation of fair competition and innovation.

ZJKC Team
Protecting intellectual property is the cornerstone of fair competition and innovation.