Protecting Product IP When Manufacturing in China: Practical Points

IP risk is manageable with clear agreements and controlled information flow.

Use a proper NDA before sharing detailed CAD. Confirm in the manufacturing agreement that design ownership and tooling ownership stay with the client or design firm.

Share only the files and revisions needed for the current stage. Keep a documented revision history.

Threegon does not claim design ownership. Tooling and process know-how stay under the commercial terms agreed with the client.

Result: Design partners and brands can use Shenzhen manufacturing capacity while retaining control of their IP.