The Delhi High Court recently ruled that the trademark ‘Croose’ resembles the trademark of the well-known American footwear brand ‘Crocs’ and is likely to cause confusion among consumers. Consequently, the court ordered the removal of the ‘Croose’ trademark from the Trademark Registry [Case: Crocs Inc. vs Registrar of Trademarks, New Delhi, and Others].

Background:
Crocs, an American footwear company established in 2002 with a global presence, approached the Delhi High Court seeking cancellation of the ‘Croose’ trademark registered with the Registrar of Trademarks in India. In its ruling on September 26, 2025, Justice Tejas Karia noted that the ‘Croose’ mark closely resembles ‘Crocs’ in both appearance and pronunciation, potentially leading to consumer confusion.BULLMER Trendy Clothing Set with Shirt & Pants Co-ords for Men

Court’s Reasoning:
The court held that under Section 11(1)(b) of the Trade Marks Act, a trademark that is similar to an existing mark for identical goods or services cannot be registered. To maintain the integrity of the Trademark Registry, the ‘Croose’ mark must be removed. The court further directed the Registrar of Trademarks to delete the ‘Croose’ mark from its records and website within four weeks.Also Read: India Women vs Sri Lanka Women, Today is the 1st Match - ICC Women's World Cup 2025

Crocs’ Argument:
Crocs stated that it had registered its trademark in India between 2005 and 2006. The company emphasized the distinctive style and global recognition of its products, alleging that the ‘Croose’ mark used similar lettering and design, causing potential confusion among consumers.Outcome:
The Delhi High Court’s decision marks a victory for Crocs, reinforcing the protection of its brand identity and preventing potential misuse of similar trademarks in India.