Japanese Company VS. Chinese Company for Trademark Infringement
A Japanese plush-toy brand, “Kaka Bear,” faced persistent counterfeiting in Guangzhou despite penalties. SuitWin China Law Firm obtained 4 million RMB in damages plus cessation and destruction orders.
Facts
A Japanese company holds the trademark rights for “Kaka Bear,” a highly recognized brand in the plush toy industry. Since 2018, a company in Guangzhou, China, has persistently manufactured and sold plush toys counterfeiting the “Kaka Bear” image.
Despite receiving administrative penalties and customs investigations for infringement, the Chinese company continued its violations by registering similar trademarks and splitting transaction accounts. Its products were sold across major domestic and international e-commerce platforms, generating substantial cumulative transaction volumes.
Pre-litigation negotiations
The Japanese company repeatedly negotiated with the Chinese company to cease infringement, but the Chinese company ignored these demands.
Outcome
The Japanese company entrusted SuitWin China Law Firm to handle the case. Through proceedings at the Guangzhou Intermediate People's Court, the Chinese company was ultimately ordered to compensate the Japanese company 4 million RMB, immediately cease infringement, and destroy the infringing products and molds.