Guide to IPR Protection in China for the Food & Beverage Industry

The food and beverage industry (F&B industry) includes the research and development, processing, production, wholesale and distribution and retailing (including branding) of a wide range of food products. Market research from the EU SME Centre shows that a large number of European SMEs have made significant international investments, such as new product development, pricing strategies and geographic expansion into new markets. Significant changes in the F&B industry are redefining how companies grow, operate, and manage risks in this sector and since these changes often involve intellectual property rights (IPR), the need to protect IPR in several countries is stronger than ever.