Trade Secret
A trade secret is a type of intellectual property that protects a formula, process, or other business information that is valuable because it is not generally known or readily ascertainable and that the owner keeps secret in order to maintain a competitive advantage. Well-known examples of trade secrets include the formula for Coca-Cola, the recipe for Kentucky Fried Chicken, and the formula for Zildjian bronze cymbals. Unlike other forms of intellectual property, trade secrets normally do not r
Basic Information
- Category: Hair Salons
- Founded: 1992
- Headquarters: Minneapolis, MN
- Website: tradesecret.com
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A trade secret is a type of intellectual property that protects a formula, process, or other business information that is valuable because it is not generally known or readily ascertainable and that the owner keeps secret in order to maintain a competitive advantage. Well-known examples of trade secrets include the formula for Coca-Cola, the recipe for Kentucky Fried Chicken, and the formula for Zildjian bronze cymbals. Unlike other forms of intellectual property, trade secrets normally do not r
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