Freedom to Operate (FTO) Search
Launch Your Product with Confidence
FTO search analyzes active patents to assess risk before launching new products, helping businesses avoid infringement and legal issues in India or abroad.
What is a Freedom to Operate (FTO) Search?
An FTO search is a "risk assessment" done before launching a new product. It answers one simple question: "Can I legally sell this product without getting sued by someone for patent infringement?"
This search looks for any active patents owned by others that might cover your product's features, processes, or design. The law here is The Patents Act, 1970, and an FTO search is your best defense to ensure you don't accidentally violate it.
Our services
We provide a clear and actionable report, not just a list of patents.
- Comprehensive Searching: We search patent databases for all active and pending patents that could be a threat.
- Legal Status Check: We check if a dangerous-looking patent is still in force, or if it has expired or been abandoned.
- Infringement Risk Opinion: We provide a clear legal opinion on the level of risk (High, Medium, or Low) of you being sued.
- "Design Around" Strategy: If we find a blocking patent, we work with your R&D team to suggest technical changes to your product to "design around" the patent and avoid infringement.
Who is this service for?
- Startups about to launch their first product.
- Manufacturers introducing a new product line.
- Exporters planning to sell their products in other countries.
- Investors who want to check the risk before funding a new tech company.
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Our services are delivered with the utmost professionalism and legal compliance, helping you navigate the complex IP landscape confidently. Contact us to learn how we can assist with protecting your intellectual property assets effectively.
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