There are two ways to protect packaging design: one is to apply for a design patent, and the other is to register copyright. Regarding copyright registration, the main protection is the packaging pattern, which you can protect in the form of artistic works. Materials you need to prepare: Copyright registration form; work creation instructions; rights guarantee letter; rights ownership statement; applicant’s identity document; copy of designer’s ID card. After submitting the application to the Copyright Office, you will receive a notice of acceptance. It usually takes about 3 months to issue a "Copyright Registration Certificate".