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What cannot be registered as a trademark?

Signs that are not distinctive (e.g. the common name of the product), descriptive ones — such as “Fresh bread” for bread — generic or misleading ones, those contrary to public order or morality, and those containing state or official symbols without permission are not registered. These are the absolute grounds for refusal.

A mark may also be refused when it is identical or similar to an earlier mark for similar goods or services and creates a likelihood of confusion — usually after an opposition. More in Legislation (/legjislacioni).