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A trademark is a type of intellectual property consisting of a recognizable sign , design , or expression which identifies products or services of a particular source from those of others, although trademarks used to identify services are usually called service marks . The trademark owner can be an individual, business organization , or any legal entity . A trademark may be located on a package , a label , a voucher , or on the product itself. For the sake of corporate identity , trademarks are often displayed on company buildings. It is legally recognized as a type of intellectual property .