Community trade mark — Definition and acquisition of the Community trade mark — Absolute grounds for refusal — Marks composed exclusively of signs or indications which may serve to designate the characteristics of goods — Aim — Need to preserve availability (Council Regulation No 207/2009, Art. 7(1)(c)) (see para. 19)
2. Community trade mark — Definition and acquisition of the Community trade mark — Absolute grounds for refusal — Marks composed exclusively of signs or indications which may serve to designate the characteristics of goods — Meaning (Council Regulation No 207/2009, Art. 7(1)(c)) (see. paras 20-22)
Operative part
The Court:
1. Dismisses the appeal;
2. Orders BSH Bosch und Siemens Hausgeräte GmbH to pay the costs.