
Industry Focus: The Sweet Smell of Success for Confectionery Trademarks in the Middle East and North Africa
April 29, 2026
Thought Leadership
The Middle East and North Africa is a lucrative but competitive market for confectioners, with cases fought over the tiniest elements of packaging. Global brands should familiarize themselves with the similarities – and differences – between local regimes before diving in. Read more insights from Zeina Salameh, Shareholder and Head of Client Relationship at Saba IP.
Packaging and three-dimensional trademarks
Color marks
Slogans
Classification
Search and examination
Use and registration
Famous confectionery marks
Trademarks in Arabic
Enforcement
Infringement claim
Unfair competition claim
Commercial anti-fraud department
Customs recordal

