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Build on a clearer start.
Understand the search, advice and filing work.
You name it. We mark it.
Trademark, copyright and patent services in Malaysia.
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Protecting a new brand, renewing a trademark or dealing with a letter? Choose the service that fits. If you are unsure, tell us what has happened on WhatsApp.
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Keep the record in order.
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See what is included
- Professional consultation about your brand.
- Trademark availability search.
- Detailed written analysis report.
- Efficient reporting within 1 working day.
- Tailored strategy to achieve the best outcome.
See what is included
- Everything in Kickstarter Pack.
- Preparation of official filing documents.
- Filing translation and transliteration.
- Submission to the Trademark Office.
- Efficient filing within 1 working day.
- Electronic certificate of registration, when issued.
Appeal is not included
+RM500Appeal includedPeace of Mind PackSee our appeal results
Talk to us on WhatsApp Peace of Mind adds appeal support for RM500 more. Best Value does not include appeal support.
See what is included
- Everything in Kickstarter Pack.
- Everything in Best Value Pack.
- Filing an appeal against a refusal, if any.
- Preparation of professional submissions.
- Compilation of evidence of use.
- Regular follow-ups on the appeal result.
- Response to any conditional approval.
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| Scope | Kickstarter PackRM500 | Best Value PackRM3,000 | Peace of Mind PackRM3,500 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best suited to | Checking a name before committing. | Search and Malaysian filing. | Search, filing and appeal support. |
| Consultation, availability search, written findings and risk analysis, recommended next steps | Included | Included | Included |
| Application and filing-form preparation | Not included | Included | Included |
| Application translation / transliteration, where needed | Not included | Included | Included |
| Submission to the Trademark Office | Not included | Included | Included |
| Electronic registration document, when issued | Not included | Included | Included |
| Appeal submissions and supporting evidence-of-use compilation | Not included | Not included | Included |
| Appeal follow-up and responses to conditional approval | Not included | Not included | Included |
Prices are per trademark, per class. Cathca confirms the trademark, goods and services, classes and scope in the quotation before instruction.
What clients say.
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Edwin Ng Yau ChenReleafGoogle review · PenangThank God we applied for the trademark for our signboard. Save a lot of trouble
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RickWingArkGoogle review · PenangExcellent service and professional team! They made the trademark registration process smooth and hassle-free, providing clear guidance and prompt responses throughout. Highly recommended for anyone looking for reliable trademark services
Justin BoeySae Ma EulGoogle review · PenangGood service and efficient. Got my Trade mark protected. Thank you !
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Lim Chuan
Google review · PenangVery professional service. Help me strategize my whole application and successfully registered
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Google review · PenangHad a great experience with Trademark! Erica was very helpful and professional throughout the process. She explained everything clearly and made things easy for me. Really appreciate her good service. Highly recommended!
Nicholle Siew
Speedy Autoglass
Google review · PenangThank God we applied for the trademark for our signboard. Save a lot of trouble
Hong Tang
Google review · PenangErica is very responsive & friendly in helping my company apply for the trademark application.
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WingArk
I had a good experience with their trademark registration service. Erica was professional and knowledgeable throughout the process, and communication was clear. Overall I’m satisfied with the professionalism and service provided. Would recommend her to anyone looking for trademark registration assistance! 😊 …
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Sae Ma Eul
Google review · PenangExcellent service and professional team! They made the trademark registration process smooth and hassle-free, providing clear guidance and prompt responses throughout. Highly recommended for anyone looking for reliable trademark services
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More Good
Google review · PenangGood service and efficient. Got my Trade mark protected. Thank you !
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Great service and professional advice! 👍 …
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Google review · PenangChai Siew yee
Google review · PenangThank you for your detailed explanation on the strategy and help me to win my trademark appeal
Marilyn “Anne” Loh
Moo Point
Google review · PenangGreat service by Erica, it was smooth and easy to get the trademark as she kept me updated throughout the process! Thank you
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Carezone
Google review · PenangThe service is good and the treat mack is done on time.so get the treat mack after 1 year .
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Fonctio
Google review · PenangErica's service is professional and efficient. She explained the process clearly and clarified all my questions. For business owners who want to understand IP registration, you may reach out to her.
Ben Shyen
Prothin
Google review · PenangErica was very prompt and efficient to expedite my trademark application and explain the entire process involved. Looking forward to our successful application!
Eu Jin Lim Property
Google review · PenangBery responsive and efficient with their work. I got a “love letter” from dewan bahasa for having Chinese words on my signboard, they manage to quickly search and apply for me a registration for me on the same day
Dunstan Too
Dre Coklat
Google review · PenangGreat services! Had introduced to few other companies in Sarawak! Repeatedly Using their great service
Seed Peak
Seed Peak
Google review · PenangAs the founder of SeedPeak, protecting my brand means protecting something I’ve worked hard to build. Thank you Ms Erica and Cathca for guiding through the trademark registration process with clear explanations and helpful support. Highly recommended for business owners looking to protect their brand!
Win Won
Google review · PenangGot all my trademarks done by Cathca, one time off settled everything for me which others can't, explained very well, they are so well prepared. Great service, awesome people, next one is still gonna be you guys!
yvonne koay
Google review · PenangWe had a very good experience with their trademark registration service. Ms Erica was patient in explaining the process, quick to respond, and always kept us update Really appreciate their professionalism and guidance. Definitely recommended!
Siew Mulan
Google review · Kuala LumpurVery fast, clear explanation, and helpful. Will find them again if needed in future.
Law Kar Hean
Google review · Kuala LumpurGood service, very responsible team
Wong
Google review · Kuala LumpurVery professional and efficient service by Erica
Dik Sang Tee
More Good
Google review · Kuala LumpurGood service and efficient. Got my Trade mark protected. Thank you !
Lim Ken
Olive SpineHealth
Google review · Kuala LumpurErica was extremely efficient, responsive, and professional throughout the entire process. She patiently addressed all my questions and made sure I fully understood everything before making any decisions. I engaged her for my company’s trademark registration, and the whole process was smooth and hassle-free. Overall, I had a very positive experience working with her and would definitely recommend her to others.
Horst Yong
HBA
Google review · Kuala LumpurProfessional and efficient services support by Erica
Yong Hao Phoy
ServAuto
Google review · Kuala LumpurThank you Erica for your support, am happy with the professional services provided.
Jessyca Yong
Google review · Kuala LumpurMy company has been protecting our trademark as Building Doctor for many years and Erica has been very knowledgable and professional in IP/ trademark especially in F&B and construction industry. I highly recommend her firm to help secure your business trademark!
Yvonne
Google review · Kuala LumpurHad a great experience with the team! They were professional, responsive, and guided me through the trademark registration process clearly from start to finish. The process was smooth and hassle-free, and they were always quick to answer my questions. Really appreciate their help and would definitely recommend their services to anyone looking to register a trademark.
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Some of the brands Cathca has worked with, across food, property, automotive, care and more.
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Behind every trademark,
a business moving forward.
Your trademark is part of something bigger: the business you are building. Cathca brings the search, filing and ongoing management into one conversation.
Based in Penang and Kuala Lumpur, we work with you in English, Chinese and Malay. Start online, or arrange a meeting to talk things through.
Erica
FounderCertified & Registered Trademark Agent (MYA/2022/0215)LL.B (Hons), University of Northumbria, United KingdomCathmor
Co-founder & CTOGood questions.
Clearer decisions.
Practical answers before you take the next step.
Talk to us on WhatsAppWhat is Cathca IP?
Cathca IP is the short name of Cathca Sdn. Bhd., a Malaysian trademark agency. We help clients in Penang, Kuala Lumpur and online across Malaysia.
Our founder, Erica Lim Sui Ying, is a certified and registered trademark agent (MYA/2022/0215). She holds an LL.B (Hons) law degree from the University of Northumbria in the United Kingdom.
How much do Cathca's Malaysian trademark packages cost?
Cathca has three Malaysian trademark packages:
- Kickstarter, RM500: trademark search.
- Best Value, RM3,000: search and filing. Appeal support is not included.
- Peace of Mind, RM3,500: search, filing and appeal support.
Before you ask us to proceed, the quotation confirms the trademark, goods and services, classes and work included.
What do the ™ and ® symbols mean in Malaysia?
™ means you are using a name or logo as a trademark, or have applied to register it. It does not mean the trademark is registered.
® means the trademark is registered. Use it only after registration.
Under section 104 of the Trademarks Act 2019, it is an offence to present a trademark as registered when you know, or have reason to believe, it is not. The fine can be up to RM10,000.
Do I need a trademark for my TikTok Shop, Shopee or Lazada store?
You can usually open a standard TikTok Shop, Shopee or Lazada store without a registered trademark. Official brand stores and brand-owner accounts have extra requirements.
- Standard seller accounts generally ask for identification or SSM business documents.
- Shopee Mall and LazMall ask brand owners for proof of trademark registration.
- TikTok Shop’s trademark-owner qualification requires an official trademark certificate.
Registering your trademark helps protect the name customers know as your business grows. Cathca can check the brand, carry out the search and handle the application for you.
Is registering my business name with SSM the same as a trademark?
No. Registering a business name with SSM does not give you trademark rights.
- SSM registration lets you trade under a business or company name.
- Trademark registration gives you the exclusive right to use the brand for the goods or services listed in the registration, under section 48 of the Trademarks Act 2019.
Cathca helps you protect your brand alongside your SSM business registration.
Can I put up a signboard without registering a trademark?
You may be able to, but the documents you need depend on your local council and the name on the signboard. Check before you pay to make it.
Council licensing and Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka (DBP) language approval are separate from trademark registration. Depending on the wording and council, you may need:
- Your SSM-registered business or company name.
- A registered trademark.
- Permission to use someone else’s brand.
DBP’s guidance also allows suitable Malay wording. Requirements differ between councils, so check the rules for your proposed signboard and location.
Missing documents can delay approval. Unlicensed signs or signs that break the rules may lead to enforcement action. If the name infringes someone else’s trademark, you could have to remove and replace the signboard at your own cost.
Send Cathca the name, your council and any notice you received. We check the trademark position and help identify which signboard requirements need confirmation before you spend on printing.
Does a Malaysian trademark protect my brand overseas?
A Malaysian trademark registration protects your brand in Malaysia. Cathca can help you apply for protection in other countries where you do business.
We look at your target markets and recommend either:
- Direct applications to those countries’ trademark offices.
- A Madrid Protocol application covering eligible member countries.
We handle the process with our overseas associates and explain the work and fees before filing. Each country examines the application under its own law, so the results can differ.
Can I speak to Cathca before choosing a package?
Yes. Send your brand name and a short description of your business on WhatsApp, or use the enquiry form. We will help you choose the service you need.
You can speak to us in English, Chinese or Malay. Meetings in Penang and Kuala Lumpur are by appointment.
A little clarity
goes a long way.
Explore the Cathca blog for practical reading on trademarks, brand protection and the decisions behind a growing business.
Read the Cathca blogBefore you file a trademark in Malaysia
The name, owner, goods, search and costs to sort out before you file a trademark in Malaysia. A plain checklist by Darius.
Read the articleWhat Is MyIPO? Malaysia's IP Office Explained
MyIPO is the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia. What it does, what 'intellectual property' means, and how to register.
Read the articleEvery brand
starts somewhere.
Have a brand in mind, a trademark to renew, or a letter from the Trademark Office? We’ll help you with the next step.
Talk to us on WhatsApp trademark@cathca-ip.comA few details to begin.
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