FMCG — India Patent Cases
190 decisions indexed
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Hindustan Unilever Ltd. v.Meera Soap Works
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. filed a suit against Meera Soap Works alleging infringement of its copyrighted artwork and passing off related to its SUNLIGHT detergent label. The Bombay High Court granted leave under the Letters Patent Act, decreed the suit, and issued perpetual injunctions.
Hindustan Unilever Limited v.Ahuvan Industries
Hindustan Unilever Limited filed a commercial IP suit against Ahuvan Industries alleging infringement of its copyright in the SUNLIGHT label artwork and passing off through the use of deceptively similar trade dress and label marks by the Defendant's product, MEJOL. The Bombay High Court granted leave to appeal and decreed the suit.
Hindustan Unilever Limited v.Ahuvan Industries
Hindustan Unilever Limited filed a commercial IP suit against Ahuvan Industries alleging infringement of its copyrighted artwork and passing off related to its SUNLIGHT detergent brand. The court granted leave under the Letters Patent Act and decreed the suit, imposing perpetual injunctions on the defendant.
Hindustan Unilever Limited v.Ahuvan Industries
Hindustan Unilever Limited filed a commercial IP suit against Ahuvan Industries alleging infringement of its copyrighted artwork (SUNLIGHT) and passing off through the use of deceptively similar labels and trade dress (MEJOL). The Bombay High Court granted leave to appeal, decreed the suit in favor of the plaintiff, and issued perpetual injunctions.
Hindustan Unilever Limited v.Halberd Chemicals
Hindustan Unilever Limited filed a suit against Halberd Chemicals alleging infringement of its copyrighted artistic packaging/trade dress, registered trademarks (Nos. 1486109, 1780462, 1486107), and passing off using its well-known logo. The Bombay High Court decreed the suit in favor of the Plaintiff.
Hindustan Unilever Limited v.Halberd Chemicals
Hindustan Unilever Limited filed a commercial IP suit against Halberd Chemicals alleging infringement of its copyrighted artistic packaging/trade dress and registered trademarks. The Bombay High Court granted leave under the Letters Patent Act and decreed the suit, granting perpetual injunctions against the defendant for infringing these rights and passing off.
Hindustan Unilever Limited v.Anil Chemicals
Hindustan Unilever Limited filed a suit against Anil Chemicals alleging infringement of its copyrighted artistic labels (WHEEL) and passing off through the use of deceptively similar artworks/trade dress (SURYA) on detergent products. The parties reached a settlement, leading to the court decreeing the suit.
Hindustan Unilever Limited v.Shree Shyam Udyog and Ors.
Hindustan Unilever Limited filed a suit against Shree Shyam Udyog for infringing its registered trade marks (SUNLIGHT) and copyrighted artistic packaging/trade dress. The court granted leave under Clause XIV of the Letters Patent Act and decreed the suit.
Hindustan Unilever Limited v.Shree Shyam Udyog and Ors.
Hindustan Unilever Limited filed a commercial IP suit against Shree Shyam Udyog for infringing its trade marks (SUNLIGHT) and copyrights related to detergent packaging. The court granted leave under the Letters Patent Act and decreed the suit, issuing permanent injunctions.
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. v.Jayalakshmi Enterprises
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. filed a commercial IP suit against Jayalakshmi Enterprises alleging infringement of its trademarks, copyrights, and trade dress concerning its detergent products. The court granted the injunctions sought by the plaintiff, restraining the defendant from using infringing marks or artwork.
M/s.Kaleesuwari Refinery Private Limited v.M/s.ALAMELU MANGA OIL COMPANY
M/s.Kaleesuwari Refinery Private Limited filed a civil suit against M/s.ALAMELU MANGA OIL COMPANY alleging infringement of its registered copyright (A-68242/2005) and trademark ('Gold Winner'). The plaintiff claimed the defendant was using deceptively similar trade dress, color scheme, and get up with the mark 'SUN F GOLD' on packing material for refined sunflower oil. Although the suit sought permanent injunctions and accounts of profits, the parties ultimately entered into a compromise.
M/s.Kaleesuwari Refinery Private Limited v.M/s.Lakshmi Traders
M/s.Kaleesuwari Refinery Private Limited filed a civil suit against M/s.Lakshmi Traders alleging infringement of its registered copyright (A-68242/2005) and trademark ('Gold Winner'). The plaintiff claimed the defendant was deceptively using similar trade dress and color schemes on packaging for refined sunflower oil. However, during the proceedings, both parties reached a compromise. The court subsequently decreed the suit based on the Joint Memo of Compromise, ensuring the defendant would cease using the offending mark.
Meher Distilleries Private Limited v.Shree Satpuda Tapi Parisar Sahakari Sakhar Karkhana Ltd.
Meher Distilleries Private Limited filed a suit against Shree Satpuda Tapi Parisar Sahakari Sakhar Karkhana Ltd. alleging infringement of its artistic work and registered trademark related to bottles used for bottling country liquor. The court granted leave, accepted an undertaking from the Defendant, and decreed the suit.
Unilever Plc. v.Lucky Products
Unilever Plc. filed a suit against Lucky Products alleging infringement of its VASELINE trademarks (label and shape marks) and copyright related to personal care products, specifically petroleum jelly. The court granted perpetual injunctions restraining the defendant from using deceptive marks or artwork and ordered the destruction of infringing goods.
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. v.Mahabir Enterprises
Hindustan Unilever Ltd filed a commercial IP suit against Mahabir Enterprises alleging infringement of its copyright in artistic packaging and passing off related to its detergents. The Bombay High Court granted permanent injunctions restraining the defendant from reproducing or dealing in similar goods, and mandated the payment of a fine.
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. v.Mahabir Enterprises
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. filed a commercial IP suit against Mahabir Enterprises alleging infringement of its copyrighted artistic packaging/trade dress and misuse of the 'Sunlight' trade mark in detergent products. The Bombay High Court granted permanent injunctions restraining the defendant from infringing the copyright and passing off, while also imposing a fine of Rs. 5,00,000/-.
Oriflame India Pvt. Ltd. v.Dinender Jain & Others
In this interim order, the Delhi High Court addressed a suit filed by Oriflame against various defendants, including Amazon. The core dispute centered on whether Direct Selling Entities (DSEs) like Oriflame must obtain prior written consent before their products are sold on e-commerce platforms. While Amazon argued it was merely an intermediary exempt from liability under the IT Act, the Court issued specific interim directions. These orders mandate Amazon to identify sellers offering Oriflame's products and verify if they have obtained proper consent; listings without consent must be removed within strict timelines.
M/s.Kaleeswari Refinery Pvt.Ltd. v.M/s.Kasthuri Traders
M/s.Kaleeswari Refinery Pvt.Ltd filed a suit against M/s.Kasthuri Traders alleging infringement of its registered trademarks ('Gold Winner') and copyrights related to packaging for sunflower oil. The plaintiff sought permanent injunctions, damages, and accounting of profits due to the defendant's use of the deceptively similar mark 'Kasthuri Gold'. Both parties ultimately reached an amicable settlement.
Hanuman Candle Works v.M/S Ashwini Candle Industry
The Gauhati High Court disposed of an appeal concerning alleged infringement of a trademark and copyright related to candle artwork. The respondent agreed to refrain from using the disputed artwork ('MAYUR'), leading the court to make its previous interim injunction order absolute. However, the core issue regarding concurrent usage of the 'MAYUR' trademark remains pending before the Registrar of Trademarks, necessitating further action by both parties.
Hindustan Unilever Limited v.National Chemical Works
Hindustan Unilever Limited filed a suit against National Chemical Works alleging infringement of its well-known trade mark 'SUNLIGHT' and its copyright in the associated artistic packagings. The court granted leave under the Letters Patent Act, decreed the suit, and passed permanent injunctions against the defendant.
Hindustan Unilever Limited v.National Chemical Works
Hindustan Unilever Limited filed a suit against National Chemical Works alleging infringement of its registered trademarks (SUNLIGHT) and copyright in artistic packagings. The court granted permanent injunctions restraining the defendant from using similar marks ('SOOLIGHT') and reproducing the copyrighted trade dress on detergents.
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. v.Modi Powder And Shop Company and 2 Others
The petitioner filed an IP suit against the respondents regarding impugned goods. The court noted that local police authorities refused to assist the Court Receiver in seizing and sealing the goods as directed by a previous order. Furthermore, Defendant No.2 failed to appear in court, leading the court to issue a bailable warrant.
Hindustan Unilever Limited v.Modi Powder and Soap Company & Ors
The petitioner filed a notice of motion regarding the execution of an ex-parte ad interim injunction order. The court found that local police authorities refused to assist the Court Receiver, and the defendants also obstructed the seizure and sealing of the impugned goods. Consequently, the court passed further orders directing the concerned parties to appear before it.
M/s.Amilal Ramkishan Dass v.Ashok Kumar Sethi
The main suit involved a claim by M/s.Amilal Ramkishan Dass against Ashok Kumar Sethi for copyright infringement and passing off related to their Henna products bearing the mark 'AMIN'S'. The defendant filed an application seeking rejection of the plaint, primarily arguing lack of jurisdiction. The court dismissed the application, finding that the cause of action arose within its territorial jurisdiction.
Bharathi Consumer Care Products Pvt. Ltd v.Ganesh Industries
Bharathi Consumer Care Products Pvt. Ltd filed a civil suit against Ganesh Industries alleging multiple infringements, including the unauthorized use of a deceptively similar trademark (MAXX), copyright violation in packaging art, and passing off related to detergent products. The plaintiff sought permanent injunctions and damages for these illegal activities. Both parties subsequently reached an amicable settlement, which was formalized through a Memorandum of Compromise.
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. v.Joshi Products
Hindustan Unilever Ltd. filed an IP suit against Joshi Products alleging infringement of its copyrighted artistic label and distinctive trade dress for its detergent powder, WHEEL. The Bombay High Court granted leave to defend the suit and subsequently decreed it in favor of HUL.
Hindustan Unilever Limited v.Lite Detergent Soap
Hindustan Unilever Limited filed a Notice of Motion against Lite Detergent Soap. The Bombay High Court granted leave under Clause XIV of the Letters Patent and also granted specific interim reliefs sought by the plaintiff, which will remain in force until further orders.
Hotel Panchavati Gaurav v.Anviti Foods And 2 Others
Hotel Panchavati Gaurav filed an IP suit against Anviti Foods and others alleging infringement of its registered trademarks and copyright related to the name PANCHAVATI GAURAV. The Bombay High Court granted perpetual injunctions restraining the defendants from using the infringing marks and ordered the defendants to pay Rs. 12,00,000/- towards costs/damages.
Hotel Panchavati Gaurav v.Saikadam Foods And Beverages Pvt. Ltd.
Hotel Panchavati Gaurav filed an IP suit against Saikadam Foods And Beverages Pvt. Ltd. for infringing its registered trademarks and copyrights associated with the name PANCHAVATI GAURAV. The Bombay High Court granted leave, decreed the suit, and passed a perpetual injunction restraining the defendant from using similar marks or labels.
Hindustan Unilever Limited v.R-3 Organics Limited
The Calcutta High Court granted an interim protective order in favor of Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) against R-3 Organics Limited. HUL alleged that the respondent was manufacturing and selling detergent powder under 'PARAS STAIN FIGHTER' with labels deceptively similar to HUL's well-known trademark 'SURF EXCEL.' The court found a prima facie case of infringement regarding both the registered trade mark and the copyright in the distinctive getup and color scheme, leading to an order for inventory and seizure of infringing goods.
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