Document Overview
Document Overview This document is an Appearance Design Patent Certificate issued by the National Intellectual Property Administration of the People’s Republic of China (CNIPA). The certificate bears Certificate Number 9688814 and was officially announced on December 12, 2025. It covers the ornamental design of a…
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Document Overview
This document is an Appearance Design Patent Certificate issued by the National Intellectual Property Administration of the People’s Republic of China (CNIPA). The certificate bears Certificate Number 9688814 and was officially announced on December 12, 2025. It covers the ornamental design of a flashlight intended for children, granting exclusive design rights to the patent holder in accordance with the Patent Law of the People’s Republic of China. The patent right takes effect from the date of the authorization announcement, and the legal status of the patent right is governed by the patent register.
Product Information
The patented product is a Flashlight (Children’s Edition) — a handheld lighting device designed specifically for children, featuring an original ornamental appearance registered under Chinese design patent law. The product is developed and owned by Mogu Needle Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. For the full range of ETENWOLF lighting and inflation tools, visit the ETENWOLF Shop.
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Design Name | Flashlight (Children’s Edition) |
| Patent Holder | Mogu Needle Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. |
| Designer | Zhang Wei |
| Patent Number | ZL 2025 3 0262360.8 |
| Authorization Announcement Number | CN 309669610 S |
| Application Date | May 12, 2025 |
| Authorization Announcement Date | December 12, 2025 |
Key Details
The certificate was reviewed and granted by CNIPA under the Patent Law of the People’s Republic of China. Below is a full summary of the key certificate data:
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Certificate Number | 9688814 |
| Certificate Type | Appearance Design Patent Certificate |
| Patent Number | ZL 2025 3 0262360.8 |
| Authorization Announcement Number | CN 309669610 S |
| Design Name | Flashlight (Children’s Edition) |
| Patent Holder at Application Date | Mogu Needle Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. |
| Designer at Application Date | Zhang Wei |
| Registered Address | Room 503, Floor 5, Building 4, Phase 2, Tian’an Cloud Valley Industrial Park, Gangtou Community, Bantian Street, Longgang District, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518000, China |
| Issuing Authority Director | Shen Changyu |
| Document Reference Code | *2025302623608* |
Standards & Compliance
This design patent was granted following examination conducted by the National Intellectual Property Administration of the People’s Republic of China (CNIPA) in accordance with the Patent Law of the People’s Republic of China. Appearance design patents protect the ornamental or aesthetic aspects of a product and are a recognized form of intellectual property protection under Chinese law and international frameworks.
- Governing Law: Patent Law of the People’s Republic of China
- Patent Type: Appearance Design (Design Patent) — protects the visual design of a product
- Issuing Body: National Intellectual Property Administration, PRC (CNIPA)
- International Equivalence: Chinese design patents are equivalent in scope to design patents/registered designs under WIPO and Locarno Classification frameworks
- Legal Basis: Patent rights are effective from the authorization announcement date and all legal status information is governed by the official patent register
Validity & Certification Body
The patent right became effective on December 12, 2025, the date of the authorization announcement. Under Chinese patent law, appearance design patents have a statutory term of 15 years from the filing date (as amended by the 2020 revision to the Patent Law), meaning this patent is valid through approximately May 12, 2040, subject to timely maintenance fee payments.
Any changes to the patent holder, legal status, transfers, or licensing arrangements are recorded in the official patent register maintained by CNIPA and take precedence over the information shown on the certificate itself.
| Parameter | Information |
|---|---|
| Effective Date | December 12, 2025 |
| Filing Date | May 12, 2025 |
| Estimated Expiry (subject to maintenance) | May 12, 2040 |
| Issuing Authority | National Intellectual Property Administration, PRC (CNIPA) |
| Director General | Shen Changyu |
| Legal Status Reference | Official Patent Register, CNIPA |
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is an appearance design patent in China?
- An appearance design patent (外观设计专利) protects the ornamental or aesthetic design of a product — including its shape, pattern, color, or any combination thereof — as applied to the product. It does not cover technical features or functionality. Under Chinese patent law, it is one of three types of patents alongside invention patents and utility model patents.
- What does patent number ZL 2025 3 0262360.8 cover?
- Patent number ZL 2025 3 0262360.8 covers the registered appearance design of the Flashlight (Children’s Edition) developed by Mogu Needle Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. The authorization announcement number is CN 309669610 S, and the certificate number is 9688814. The patent protects the unique visual design of this children’s flashlight product.
- How long is this design patent valid?
- Under the 2020 amendment to the Patent Law of the People’s Republic of China, appearance design patents have a term of 15 years from the filing date. Since this patent was filed on May 12, 2025, it is valid until approximately May 12, 2040, provided annual maintenance fees are paid as required.
- Where can I verify the current legal status of this patent?
- The current legal status of patent ZL 2025 3 0262360.8, including any ownership transfers, licensing, or invalidity proceedings, can be verified through the official patent register maintained by the National Intellectual Property Administration of the People’s Republic of China (CNIPA). The certificate itself notes that the patent register is the authoritative source for legal status information.
Related Documents
For a complete intellectual property and compliance portfolio for the Flashlight (Children’s Edition) and related ETENWOLF products, the following document types are recommended:
- Utility Model Patent Certificate — covers functional innovations in the flashlight mechanism or charging system
- Invention Patent Certificate — applicable if novel technical methods are used in the product’s construction or materials
- CE Declaration of Conformity — required for sale in the European Economic Area, covering LVD and EMC directives for lighting products
- FCC ID Authorization — required for wireless or electronic products sold in the United States market
- RoHS Compliance Report — confirms restriction of hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment
- REACH Compliance Statement — confirms the product does not contain substances of very high concern above threshold levels
- Product Liability / Quality Inspection Report — third-party lab test report confirming product safety for children’s use
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