The Chinese Trademark Law was amended in 2001. The Trademark Office is responsible for trademarks registration and administration, the Trademark Review and Adjudication Board for trademarks disputes. A trademark submitted for registration shall bear noticeable characteristics and be readily distinguishable, and it may not conflict with the legitimate rights obtained by others earlier. The exclusive right to the use of a registered trademark shall be limited to trademarks which are registered upon approval and to goods the use of a trademark on which is approved. Where a foreigner or foreign enterprise intends to apply for the registration of a trademark or handle other trademark matters in China shall entrust an organization that is approved by the State and is qualified for serving as a trademark agent. Any person may, within three months from the date a trademark is announced, raise an objection. The user of a trademark shall be responsible for the quality of the goods on which the trademark is used. For a registered trademark to be assigned, the assignee shall guarantee the quality of the goods on which the registered trademark is used. The licensor shall supervise the quality of the goods on which the licensee uses his registered trademark, and the licensee shall guarantee the quality of the goods on which the registered trademark is to be used. If registered trademarks are used on coarsely manufactured goods that are passed off as quality goods, thus deceiving consumers, the Trademark Office may revoke the registered trademarks. The administrative department for industry and commerce shall have the power to investigate any act infringing upon the exclusive right to the use of a registered trademark.