What Is an Industrial Design?

Legal protection relating to qualifying visual features or aspects of a product, subject to applicable law.

What Does Industrial Design Mean?

Industrial design protection concerns the visual appearance of a product, such as its shape, pattern or ornamentation, where it qualifies under the applicable law.

Why It Matters

For products where appearance matters commercially, design protection can be a useful complement to other intellectual property rights. Qualification depends on the applicable legal requirements.

Related Information

Related legal terms: Patent, Trademark

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This definition provides general information and does not constitute legal advice. Laws change, and their application depends on the facts of a matter. For advice on your specific situation, consult a qualified lawyer.