Starting a webshop and not sure if it is allowed

Questioner

I am going to start a webshop and want to sell custom made steering wheels that are made in China. So the handlebars are custom made and partly original parts and the other parts made by the factory. They are delivered with airbag with e.g. the LOGO of BMW AUDI PORSCHE and mercedes. This airbag is not original but aftermarket as it is called or with used parts. Just like tires you can take the A brand but also the B brand. So I wonder if this is allowed. It is a recognized company and the steering wheels are therefore made to the needs of the customer etc.

Lawyer

In these types of matters you have to take trademark law and safety certifications into account. Trademark law protects brand owners against the use of their brand (or a similar brand) by someone other than the brand owner himself, for the same or similar products or services. You are going to sell a product that is provided with logos of well-known car brands. Without permission from these brand owners, this can be in violation of trademark law. Trademark infringement is a serious problem and can lead to high damages and/or an obligation to stop selling the products. In addition, you also need to consider safety certifications. Car parts, and certainly parts such as steering wheels and airbags, are subject to strict safety standards. You need to be sure that the products you import and sell in the Netherlands (and possibly other European countries) meet all relevant European safety standards. I recommend that you schedule a meeting with an attorney or lawyer who specializes in intellectual property law and/or import law. It is extremely important to ensure that you are working in a legally sound manner before you start your webshop.' ---------------- Stichting Rechtswinkel.nl is a national organization with students and volunteers. The above advice is based on limited information and may be incomplete or even incorrect for your situation. Always consult a lawyer or attorney for your further steps. Read disclaimer: https://rechtswinkel.nl/disclaimer

Questioner

I made it a bit unclear. This is about custom-made steering wheels. With or without airbag because the customer can put back his old one or have one placed by us, only this one is not original BMW delivered but by a manufacturer from China. I would like real advice because I would like to continue with my webshop. Can I deliver this?

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