India:
Fair Use Of Trademarks On Parts, Accessories And Ancillary Products
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The fair use of brands by third-party manufacturers of genuine
parts which are intended to be ancillary or used as an accessory to
the core goods of another party is a much-debated topic. It
has both legal implications and high-stakes commercial
ramifications in the manufacturing sector. The use of these brands
by third parties is necessary to identify the core goods,
thereby informing the consumer of the adaptability or compatibility
of a part, spare part or accessory with the core goods in
question.
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