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EU Design Reform 2025:

Critical Updates for Applicants

(Effective: 2025/05/01)

1
Terminology Standardization
Community Design" renamed to "EU Design"​​
2
Protection Symbol
New registered design symbol Ⓓ​​
(Similar to ® trademarks)
3
Multi-class Filing
Single application covers multiple Locarno classes
(Original requirement: separate applications)
4
Designs per Application
50 designs per application
(Ideal for series products)
5
Digital Coverage
Now protects:

✅ Animations & GUIs
✅ Virtual environments
✅ Non-physical elements
6
3D Printing Infringement
Illegal acts include:
• Sharing 3D design files
• AI-generated replicas
7
Repair Clause
Spare parts for repair
excluded from protection

Disclaimer:
This information is for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Please consult Accolade Consultants before acting on it.

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