Intellectual Property

Patent-Backed Technology for Elite Putting.

Sweet Touch™ is a premium putting practice apparatus that optimizes putter–ball interaction and builds a repeatable, tour-level stroke. Our innovations are secured by a global intellectual property strategy.

Registered Patent · Korea International Patents Pending · CN · JP · US · EP Registered Trademark · Sweet Touch™

Overview

Precision-designed. Patent-protected. Globally expanding.

Sweet Touch™ was created by a professional golf coach with more than a decade of experience training junior athletes, professionals, and competitive amateurs. The apparatus is engineered to promote a stable putter height, controlled upward strike, and consistent stroke path, enabling golfers to reproduce elite-level putting mechanics in a simple and repeatable practice environment.

Patent Portfolio

Global protection for the Sweet Touch putting practice apparatus.

The Sweet Touch technology is secured through a combination of registered patents and pending national-phase applications based on PCT International Application No. PCT/KR2023/007527.

Korea
Patent No. 10-2588730
Registered
Title: Putting Training Device
Filing Date: 10 February 2023
Registration Date: 10 October 2023

This core patent defines the structural configuration that sets the putter at a controlled height behind the golf ball and guides stroke dynamics for consistent roll and impact quality.
China
Application No. 2023109672802
Pending
Type: Invention Patent
Filing Date: 3 August 2023

The Chinese application mirrors the scope of the Korean registration and covers the Sweet Touch apparatus for the world’s fastest-growing golf market.
Japan
National Phase of PCT/KR2023/007527
Pending
Japan is a key premium golf market. The Sweet Touch application has entered the Japanese national phase, with examination requested to secure coverage aligned with the Korean patent.
United States
National Stage under 35 U.S.C. §371
Pending
A complete national-stage filing package has been submitted, including an English specification, full claim set, preliminary amendment, and Information Disclosure Statement (IDS). The U.S. filing aims to protect Sweet Touch technology in one of the largest golf markets worldwide.
Europe (EP)
EP National Phase Entry
Pending
The European application extends Sweet Touch protection across leading golf markets within the European Patent Organisation, supporting future distribution in Europe’s premium golf segments.
Jurisdiction
Number
Type
Status
Korea
10-2588730
Patent
Registered
China
2023109672802
Invention Patent
Pending
Japan
National Phase
Patent
Pending
United States
National Stage
Patent
Pending
Europe (EP)
EP National Phase
Patent
Pending

Trademarks

Sweet Touch™ as a protected premium brand.

In addition to patents, Sweet Touch is protected as a brand in key classes related to golf training equipment and golf-related educational services.

Korea
Registration No. 40-2037515
Registered
Mark: Sweet Touch™
Class: 28 – Golf practice goods and related items

This registration protects the Sweet Touch brand for golf-related equipment, including putting practice apparatus and accessories.
Korea
Registration No. 40-2324421
Registered
Mark: Sweet Touch™
Class: 41 – Golf instruction and training services

This registration extends protection to the educational and coaching side of the Sweet Touch brand.
International
China · Japan · United States · Europe
Expanding
Trademark applications are being extended to major golf markets to secure Sweet Touch™ as a premium global brand across equipment and related services.
Korean Trademark Registration Certificate 40-2037515
Thumbnail of the Korean trademark registration certificate for Sweet Touch™ (Class 28). Shown in low resolution for reference only.
Korean Trademark Registration Certificate 40-2324421
Thumbnail of the Korean trademark registration certificate for Sweet Touch™ (Class 41). Displayed at a reduced size and resolution.
Korean Patent Certificate 10-2588730
Thumbnail of the Korean patent certificate for Sweet Touch Putting Training Device (Patent No. 10-2588730). Displayed in low resolution for reference only.

WIPO International Search Report

Prior art review completed for PCT/KR2023/007527.

The Sweet Touch PCT application has undergone an International Search by the Korean Intellectual Property Office acting as the International Searching Authority. The International Search Report (ISR) identifies prior art documents and provides a technical basis for patentability in all designated states.

The ISR and written opinion were considered during the preparation of amended claims for the U.S. national phase and other jurisdictions. While the full ISR is not reproduced here, it confirms that Sweet Touch’s core concept has been formally examined against known prior art in golf training devices.

Disclosure Policy

Protecting innovation while communicating clearly.

To maintain the strength of Sweet Touch’s pending applications, this page intentionally avoids publishing full-resolution drawings, detailed CAD data, or manufacturing dimensions. Only the information necessary to demonstrate the existence and scope of protection is shown.

Any reproduction, reverse engineering, or unauthorized commercial use of the Sweet Touch design, structure, or brand may constitute infringement of one or more patent and trademark rights in one or more jurisdictions.

Licensing & Distribution

For premium partners in golf retail and training.

Sweet Touch collaborates with selected partners who share a focus on high-end golf performance products and data-driven training. For distribution, OEM/ODM, or studio installation inquiries, please contact us using the information below.

CEO & Strategic Partnership Inquiries (NDA Required)

Email: ceo@sweettouch.net

General Business & Distribution Inquiries

Email: contact@sweettouch.net

Please include your company name, country or region, and a brief description of your business when reaching out.