USPTO serial 74621022
BEST CHOICE
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- Filing date
- Status date
- Registration date
- Aug 27, 1996
- Examiner
- —
- Law office
- —
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Owner
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Kansas City, KS
Other trademarks owned by Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Kansas City, KS
Other trademarks owned by Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Kansas City, KS
Other trademarks owned by Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Kansas City, KS
Other trademarks owned by Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
Attorney of record
The USPTO lists this attorney as the applicant's representative for correspondence on this application.
Clinton G. Newton
Clinton G. Newton Shook, Hardy & Bacon L.L.P.2555 Grand Blvd.Intellectual Property DepartmentKansas City, MO 64108Goods and services
| Class | Description | Status | First use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | [unexposed camera film] | SECTION 8 - CANCELLED | Jul 24, 1995 |
| 003 | [ toothpaste,] mouthwash, denture cleaning tablets, [ personal deodorant ], petroleum jelly for cosmetic purposes, skin lotion, hair shampoo, hair conditioner, bath powder, [ bath oil, ] baby powder, nail polish remover, [ shaving lotion, ] cotton for cosmetic purposes, and non-medicated pre-moistened baby wipes | ACTIVE | Jul 24, 1995 |
| 005 | petroleum jelly for medical purposes, witch hazel, rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide for medical use, epsom salts, eye drops, preparations for treating colds, cough syrup, throat lozenges, cough drops, nasal spray preparations, pharmaceutical preparation, namely, [appetite suppressants,] anti-sleeping tablets, analgesics, antacids, laxatives, hemorrhoidal preparations, [ feminine hygiene products, namely, tampons, panty shields, napkins, and pads, incontinence products, namely, briefs, under pads, and undergarments, ] adhesive bandages, medical adhesive tape, cotton for medical purposes, vitamins, mineral supplements, and contact lens cleaning solutions | ACTIVE | Jul 24, 1995 |
| 008 | razors and razor blades | ACTIVE | Jul 24, 1995 |
| 009 | [ photographic cameras [ and batteries] ] | SECTION 8 - CANCELLED | Jul 24, 1995 |
| 010 | dental floss | ACTIVE | Jul 24, 1995 |
| 011 | electric light bulbs | ACTIVE | Jul 24, 1995 |
| 021 | toothbrushes and rubber household gloves | ACTIVE | Jul 24, 1995 |
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Prosecution history
| Date | Code | Event | What it means |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 2026 | NP89 | NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF PARTIAL SEC. 8 & 9 EMAILED | — |
| Jan 23, 2026 | RNL3 | REGISTERED AND RENEWED (THIRD RENEWAL - 10 YRS) | The trademark registration was renewed for another 10-year term after acceptable maintenance filings. RNL1, RNL2, and RNL3 indicate which renewal cycle (first, second, or third 10-year term) was recorded. The registration remains active. |
| Jan 23, 2026 | 9G8P | REGISTERED - SEC. 9 GRANTED/CHECK RECORD FOR SEC. 8 | — |
| Jan 23, 2026 | 8PRT | REGISTERED - PARTIAL SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED | — |
| Jan 23, 2026 | APRE | CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL | — |
| Oct 20, 2025 | E89R | TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED | — |
| Aug 27, 2025 | REM2 | COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED | — |
| Mar 15, 2021 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| Mar 15, 2021 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| Mar 15, 2021 | ARAA | ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED | This event means the applicant filed a response to a USPTO Office Action — typically arguments, amendments, or evidence addressing the examiner's objections. The USPTO will review the response and either allow the mark to proceed or issue another action. |
| Mar 15, 2021 | REAP | TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED | — |
| Mar 15, 2021 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| Nov 4, 2020 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| Nov 4, 2020 | EWAF | TEAS WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY RECEIVED-FIRM RETAINS | — |
| Nov 4, 2020 | ARAA | ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED | This event means the applicant filed a response to a USPTO Office Action — typically arguments, amendments, or evidence addressing the examiner's objections. The USPTO will review the response and either allow the mark to proceed or issue another action. |
| Nov 4, 2020 | REAP | TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED | — |
| Sep 20, 2019 | ARAA | ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED | This event means the applicant filed a response to a USPTO Office Action — typically arguments, amendments, or evidence addressing the examiner's objections. The USPTO will review the response and either allow the mark to proceed or issue another action. |
| Sep 20, 2019 | REAP | TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED | — |
| Nov 23, 2015 | NAS8 | NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 - E-MAILED | — |
| Nov 23, 2015 | RNL2 | REGISTERED AND RENEWED (SECOND RENEWAL - 10 YRS) | The trademark registration was renewed for another 10-year term after acceptable maintenance filings. RNL1, RNL2, and RNL3 indicate which renewal cycle (first, second, or third 10-year term) was recorded. The registration remains active. |
| Nov 23, 2015 | 9G8P | REGISTERED - SEC. 9 GRANTED/CHECK RECORD FOR SEC. 8 | — |
| Nov 23, 2015 | 8PRT | REGISTERED - PARTIAL SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED | — |
| Nov 23, 2015 | APRE | CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL | — |
| Oct 6, 2015 | E89R | TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED | — |
| Aug 27, 2015 | REM2 | COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED | — |
| Aug 18, 2010 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| Jul 22, 2006 | RNL1 | REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS) | The trademark registration was renewed for another 10-year term after acceptable maintenance filings. RNL1, RNL2, and RNL3 indicate which renewal cycle (first, second, or third 10-year term) was recorded. The registration remains active. |
| Jul 22, 2006 | 89AG | REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED | The USPTO accepted your combined Section 8 declaration and Section 9 renewal application. The registration is renewed for another 10-year term. The next combined maintenance filing will be due at the following 10-year anniversary. |
| Jul 22, 2006 | PLGL | ASSIGNED TO PARALEGAL | — |
| Jul 3, 2006 | CFIT | CASE FILE IN TICRS | — |
| Mar 14, 2006 | 89AF | REGISTERED - COMBINED SECTION 8 (10-YR) & SEC. 9 FILED | — |
| Mar 14, 2006 | PAPER RECEIVED | — | |
| Apr 17, 2002 | C15A | REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK. | — |
| Mar 11, 2002 | PR23 | RESPONSE RECEIVED TO POST REG. ACTION - SEC. 8 & 15 | — |
| Feb 3, 2002 | PR23 | POST REGISTRATION ACTION MAILED - SEC. 8 & 15 | — |
| Nov 13, 2001 | 815F | REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) & SEC. 15 FILED | — |
| Aug 27, 1996 | R.PR | REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER | Your trademark is registered on the Principal Register — the strongest form of federal trademark protection. You may use the ® symbol for the covered goods and services. Maintenance filings (Section 8 and renewals) are required to keep the registration alive. |
| Jun 10, 1996 | CNPR | ALLOWED PRINCIPAL REGISTER - SOU ACCEPTED | — |
| Jun 10, 1996 | ZZZX | PREVIOUS ALLOWANCE COUNT WITHDRAWN | — |
| Jun 7, 1996 | CNPR | ALLOWED PRINCIPAL REGISTER - SOU ACCEPTED | — |
| Jun 5, 1996 | DOCK | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER | — |
| May 25, 1996 | SUPC | STATEMENT OF USE PROCESSING COMPLETE | — |
| Mar 7, 1996 | IUAF | USE AMENDMENT FILED | — |
| Dec 26, 1995 | NOAM | NOA MAILED - SOU REQUIRED FROM APPLICANT | A Notice of Allowance means your intent-to-use application cleared examination and opposition but is not registered yet. You must file a Statement of Use showing the mark in commerce, or request an extension, before the deadline — usually six months from the notice date. |
| Oct 3, 1995 | PUBO | PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION | Your mark was published in the USPTO Official Gazette for a 30-day opposition window. During that period, third parties who believe they would be harmed can file an opposition. If no opposition is filed, prosecution usually continues toward registration or a Notice of Allowance. |
| Sep 1, 1995 | NPUB | NOTICE OF PUBLICATION | — |
| Jul 13, 1995 | CNSA | APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER | — |
| Jul 3, 1995 | CNEA | EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT MAILED | — |
| Jun 21, 1995 | DOCK | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER | — |