Is the registration of a collective mark subject to a license contract?
The law prohibits the registration of a collective mark, or even an application for one, from being the subject of a license contract. This distinguishes collective marks from individual trademarks, which are often licensed to various third parties. Section 167.4 Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines maintains this restriction to preserve the integrity of the collective identity. Because these marks represent a specific association, they cannot be commercially licensed like standard proprietary brands. “167.4. The registration of a collective mark, or an application therefor shall not be the subject of a license contract.” January 7, 2026About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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