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Document Overview This document is an official Exterior Design Patent Certificate issued by the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) under the Patent Law of the People’s Republic of China. The certificate confirms that the design application was examined and patent rights were granted and…
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Document Overview
This document is an official Exterior Design Patent Certificate issued by the China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) under the Patent Law of the People’s Republic of China. The certificate confirms that the design application was examined and patent rights were granted and publicly announced.
The certificate covers the ornamental design of a flashlight product identified as 手电筒（通用款） — Flashlight (Universal Model) — commercially associated with the Zhongnuo (中诺) product line. The grant date and effective date of the patent right is December 9, 2025.
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Document Type | Exterior Design Patent Certificate |
| Issuing Authority | China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA) |
| Certificate Number | 第9682268号 (No. 9682268) |
| Application Date | May 9, 2025 |
| Authorization Announcement Date | December 9, 2025 |
| Effective Date | December 9, 2025 |
Product Information
The patented design belongs to the Zhongnuo (中诺) flashlight range, a lighting product developed and owned by Monzhen Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. (磨针科技（深圳）有限公司), the intellectual property holding entity associated with ETENWOLF’s product development operations.
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Design Name | Flashlight (Universal Model) — 手电筒（通用款） |
| Patent Holder (at grant) | Monzhen Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. (磨针科技（深圳）有限公司) |
| Designer (at grant) | Zhang Wei (张卫) |
| Registered Address | Room 503, Floor 5, Building 4, Tianan Yun Valley Industrial Park Phase II, Gangtou Community, Bantian Street, Longgang District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, 518000, China |
| Product Category | Lighting Gear — Handheld Flashlight |
Key Details
The following table consolidates all critical identifiers from the patent certificate for reference, compliance documentation, and intellectual property verification purposes.
| Identifier | Value |
|---|---|
| Certificate Number | 第9682268号 |
| Patent Number (ZL) | ZL 2025 3 0260166.6 |
| Authorization Announcement Number | CN 309661721 S |
| Barcode / Filing Reference | *2025302601666* |
| Patent Type | Exterior Design (外观设计) |
| Patent Application Date | May 9, 2025 |
| Authorization Announcement Date | December 9, 2025 |
| Patent Right Effective Date | December 9, 2025 |
| Director General Signatory | Shen Changyü (申长雨), CNIPA |
Per the certificate language, the legal status of the patent right — including any changes to ownership — is governed exclusively by the entries recorded in the official Patent Register maintained by CNIPA. The certificate itself serves as prima facie evidence of grant.
Standards & Compliance
Exterior design patents in China are governed by the Patent Law of the People’s Republic of China and its implementing regulations. This certificate was issued following a formal examination process conducted by CNIPA in accordance with those statutes.
- Governing Law: Patent Law of the People’s Republic of China (中华人民共和国专利法)
- Patent Type: Design Patent (外观设计专利) — protects the ornamental or aesthetic aspects of a product’s appearance, including shape, pattern, color, or combination thereof.
- Examination Standard: CNIPA formal examination confirms novelty and compliance with formal requirements prior to grant.
- Announcement Number: CN 309661721 S — publicly searchable in the CNIPA patent database and on WIPO‘s international IP portal.
- Protection Scope: The design as shown in the approved drawings and representations filed on May 9, 2025, for the Flashlight (Universal Model).
- Validity Duration: Chinese exterior design patents granted after the 2021 amendment to the Patent Law are protected for 15 years from the application date.
Validity & Certification Body
The patent right became effective upon the authorization announcement date of December 9, 2025, and remains in force subject to timely payment of annual maintenance fees as required by CNIPA regulations.
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Effective From | December 9, 2025 |
| Protection Term | 15 years from application date (May 9, 2025) |
| Estimated Expiry | May 9, 2040 (subject to annual fee maintenance) |
| Issuing Body | China National Intellectual Property Administration (CNIPA / 国家知识产权局) |
| Director General | Shen Changyü (申长雨) |
| Legal Record Authority | CNIPA Patent Register (专利登记簿) |
Any transfer of ownership, licensing arrangements, or invalidation actions pertaining to Patent No. ZL 2025 3 0260166.6 are recorded in the CNIPA Patent Register and take legal precedence over information shown on this certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does Patent No. ZL 2025 3 0260166.6 protect?
- It protects the ornamental exterior design of the Zhongnuo (中诺) Flashlight (Universal Model), covering the specific visual appearance — including shape, form, and aesthetic features — as depicted in the approved patent drawings filed on May 9, 2025.
- Who owns this design patent?
- The patent is owned by Monzhen Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. (磨针科技（深圳）有限公司), the intellectual property entity behind the ETENWOLF product line. The designer of record is Zhang Wei (张卫). Any subsequent ownership changes would be reflected in the CNIPA Patent Register.
- How long is this design patent valid?
- Under the amended Patent Law of China, exterior design patents are protected for 15 years from the application date. Since the application date is May 9, 2025, the protection extends until approximately May 9, 2040, provided annual maintenance fees are paid.
- Where can I verify the authenticity of this patent certificate?
- The patent can be verified via the official CNIPA online patent database using Patent No. ZL 2025 3 0260166.6 or Authorization Announcement No. CN 309661721 S. It is also accessible through the WIPO international patent portal. The certificate number is 第9682268号.
Related Documents
The following certification and intellectual property document types are commonly associated with flashlight and lighting gear products in the Zhongnuo (中诺) range and complement this design patent:
- Utility Model Patent — protects the functional and structural innovations of the flashlight mechanism, such as switch design or battery compartment.
- Invention Patent — covers novel technical inventions related to LED efficiency, heat dissipation, or optical lens systems used in the product.
- Trademark Registration Certificate — confirms brand name and logo ownership for ETENWOLF and Zhongnuo product lines.
- CE Declaration of Conformity — required for sale in the European Economic Area, covering electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and low voltage directive compliance.
- FCC Declaration of Conformity — required for the United States market, covering radio frequency emissions for flashlight products with electronic components.
- RoHS Compliance Report — confirms restriction of hazardous substances in the flashlight’s electronic and battery components, required for EU and many global markets.
- UN 38.3 Battery Transport Certification — if the flashlight ships with lithium batteries, this certification is required for safe international transport.
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