Brazil Accelerates Trademark Reform – Fast-Track Pilot Begins August 2025

The Brazilian Patent and Trademark Office (INPI) has officially republished Section I – Communications of RPI No. 2847 to include Portarias INPI/PR nº 27, 28, and 29, launching Brazil’s first formal Fast-Track Trademark Examination Pilot Program.

Who Qualifies for Fast-Track?

• Trademark applications facing formal opposition
• Cases involving judicial actions or public funding
• Applications linked to patents under accelerated review
• ICTs or entities in BPTO Cooperation Agreements
• Matters of national emergency or public interest
• Legal priority groups (age 60+, illness, Inova Simples startups)

️ Updated Rules for “Alto Renome” (Well-Known Trademarks)

Portaria INPI/PR nº 25 (also included in RPI 2847) revises how high renown is proven:

• Requires national market and image research
• INPI may request additional or updated evidence
• Applies only to requests filed after August 7, 2025

Patent Sector – Public Consultation Open

INPI has opened Consulta Pública INPI/PR nº 02/2025 on patent examination guidelines for new uses of known substances in chemistry.

• Deadline: 60 days from July 29, 2025
• Submit comments to: [email protected]
• Participate here

Strategic Impact for Rights Holders

This reform aligns Brazil with international IP standards and offers a practical route to reduce examination time, protect brand equity, and enhance the value of IP portfolios in the region.