Trademark
Secure Your Brand with Trademark Registration in Malaysia
What is Trademark
A trademark is any brand, name, logo, or symbol used in business to identify your products or services. It protects your brand identity and sets your business apart from others in the market.
What Makes a Brand Registerable in Malaysia?
To be eligible for trademark registration in Malaysia, a brand must:
- Be distinctive and not directly describe your product or service
- Not include misleading or offensive content
- Not use national symbols or protected names (e.g. “Bunga Raya”, royal insignias)
Types of Registrable Trademarks in Malaysia
To be accepted for registration, a trademark must be distinctive, non-descriptive, and not prohibited by law. The following types are commonly registrable:
- Word Marks
- Logo/Device Marks
- Combination Marks
- Shape Marks
- Colour Marks
- Series Trademarks
- Sound Marks
- Scent Marks (Rare and difficult to register)
Benefits of Trademark Registration
Registering your trademark gives you:
- Exclusive rights to use your brand
- The ability to license or sell your trademark
- Legal protection against infringement
A registered trademark in Malaysia is valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely every 10 years.
Required Documents for Registration
Individuals (Malaysian or Foreigner)
- Signed statutory declaration (affirmed or notarized)
- ID/passport copy
- Applicant’s name & address
- Trademark class
- Product or service description
Companies (Malaysian or Foreigner)
- Signed statutory declaration by director or authorized signatory
- Company registration documents (Malaysian only)
- Applicant’s details, class, and description
Malaysia Trademark Classifications
Trademarks are categorized into 45 classes based on the type of goods or services. For example:
- Class 1 to 34 for Goods
- Class 35-45 for Services
(We can help identify the right class for your brand.)