USPTO serial 75341494
CHEF'S MARK PREFERRED QUALITY
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- Filing date
- Status date
- Registration date
- Dec 10, 2002
- Examiner
- WOOD, CAROLINE
- Law office
- GENERIC WEB UPDATE
What this means
Status 710 means the registration was cancelled because a required Section 8 declaration of continued use was not filed within the deadline (including any grace period). The federal registration is no longer active. Evaluate filing a new application if you still use the mark, or petition if cancellation was erroneous. Consult counsel on remaining common-law rights.
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Owner
EDEN PRAIRIE, MN
Fingerhut Direct Marketing, Inc.
Eden Prairie, MN
Eden Prairie, MN
EDEN PRAIRIE, MN
Minnetonka, MN
Minnetonka, MN
Attorney of record
The USPTO lists this attorney as the applicant's representative for correspondence on this application.
Ann Dunn Wessberg
Ann Dunn Wessberg Fredrikson & Byron, P.A.200 South Sixth Street, Suite 4000Minneapolis, MN 55402UNITED STATESGoods and services
| Class | Description | Status | First use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 008 | kitchen cutlery, namely, steak knives, [ butcher knives, pruning knives, ] kitchen shears, fork, boning knife, utility knife, chef's knife, slicing knife, bread knife, [ sandwich knife, ] paring knife, [ hooked paring knife, ] vegetable knife, [ tomato knife, butter knife, palette knives; flatware, namely, knives, forks, spoons; baby spoons; non-electric can openers, cheese makers, non-electric food mills, pizza cutters, non-electric fruit and vegetable peelers, non-electric food grinders and nut crackers not made of precious metal ] | SECTION 8 - CANCELLED | — |
| 021 | [ drawn steel cookware, namely, stock pots, pressure cookers, covered sauce pans, skillets, Dutch ovens, fry pans, egg poacher sets, colanders and mixing bowls; ] stainless steal steamers, [ mixing bowls, roasters, racks, stock pots, pressure cookers, canisters, oversized pasta sets comprised of oversized pasta pots and strainers, stock/steamer/colander combo pots, tea kettles, pot racks; ] stamped aluminum cookware, namely, sauce pans, [ Dutch ovens, ] fry pans, [ mixing bowls, egg poacher sets, ] stock pots [ and pressure cookers; porcelain on cast iron cookware; namely, sauce pans, Dutch ovens, fry pans, mixing bowls, egg poacher sets, stock pots and pressure cookers; drawn aluminum cookware; namely, sauce pans, Dutch ovens, fry pans, mixing bowls, egg poacher sets, stock pots, and pressure cookers; ] miscellaneous cookware items; namely, [ woks, ] fry pans, [ chicken fryers, roasters, au gratin pans, ] sauce pans, [ multi-purpose pans, skillets; and TV meal trays; bakeware, dinnerware, beverageware, serving bowls, plates and dishes, serving platters and trays not of precious metal; ceramic, stainless steel and wood salad set; namely, colander, bowl and tongs, creamers not of precious metal, fruit bowls, creamers, sugar sets not of precious metal, sauce boats and plates, butter dishes, candy dishes, toothpick holders, condiment holders, salt and pepper shakers, candlesticks not of precious metal, candle holders not of precious metal, vases, carafes, pitcher and bowl sets, non-electric coffee pots not of precious metal, tea pots not of precious metal, tea kettles, thermal insulated containers for food and beverage use, mixing bowls, soup tureens, ramekins; food molds, colanders, pasta sets, namely, ceramic plates and bowls; ] kitchen utensils, [ gadgets and pantryware, ] namely, turners, slotted spoons, [ ladles, cheese graters, carving boards, whisks, bottle openers, spatulas, presses, serving spoons, slotted serving spoons, potato masher; cruet sets not of precious metal, namely, cruets and cruet stands; trivets; canisters and canister sets, utensil holders, kitchen tool holders, ] knife block, [ food storage containers, microwave/storage containers for food; plastic salad spinner; spice bottles sold empty, decorative spice bottles sold with spices, and space racks, napkin holders, napkin rings not of precious metal; towel holder, towel racks, recipe boxes, vegetable containers, breadbox, spoon rests, grease sets, namely, ceramic grease cups; cookie jars, pot racks, stove burner covers, ceramic cabinet knobs, garbage cans, all purpose storage containers for household use, window dusters ] | SECTION 8 - CANCELLED | — |
| 024 | [ kitchen textiles, namely, table cloths not of paper, place mats, napkins, table runners, window curtains, towels, dish cloths, oven mitts, pot holders, flour sacks for use as dish cloths ] | SECTION 8 - CANCELLED | — |
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Prosecution history
| Date | Code | Event | What it means |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 2023 | CAEX | CANCELLED SEC. 8 (10-YR)/EXPIRED SECTION 9 | — |
| Dec 10, 2021 | REM2 | COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED | — |
| Oct 7, 2020 | ASCK | ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY | — |
| Sep 24, 2020 | ASGN | AUTOMATIC UPDATE OF ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP | — |
| Mar 4, 2020 | ASCK | ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY | — |
| Feb 12, 2020 | ASCK | ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY | — |
| Oct 2, 2017 | 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. |
| Oct 2, 2017 | REAP | TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED | — |
| Mar 2, 2016 | 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 2, 2016 | REAP | TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED | — |
| Jul 22, 2015 | ASCK | ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY | — |
| Nov 19, 2014 | ASCK | ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY | — |
| Nov 12, 2014 | ASCK | ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY | — |
| Dec 18, 2013 | ASCK | ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY | — |
| Jun 12, 2013 | NA89 | NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED | — |
| Jun 11, 2013 | 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. |
| Jun 11, 2013 | 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. |
| Jun 10, 2013 | E89R | TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED | — |
| Mar 3, 2010 | ASGN | AUTOMATIC UPDATE OF ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP | — |
| Dec 20, 2008 | 8.PR | REGISTERED - PARTIAL SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED | — |
| Dec 4, 2008 | PLGL | ASSIGNED TO PARALEGAL | — |
| Dec 2, 2008 | 8.AF | REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) FILED | — |
| Dec 2, 2008 | ES8R | TEAS SECTION 8 RECEIVED | — |
| May 23, 2008 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| May 23, 2008 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| Mar 5, 2008 | CFIT | CASE FILE IN TICRS | — |
| Sep 14, 2006 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| Dec 10, 2002 | 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. |
| Oct 7, 2002 | CNPR | ALLOWED PRINCIPAL REGISTER - SOU ACCEPTED | — |
| Aug 29, 2002 | SUPC | STATEMENT OF USE PROCESSING COMPLETE | — |
| Jun 17, 2002 | PAPER RECEIVED | — | |
| Jun 13, 2002 | IUAF | USE AMENDMENT FILED | — |
| Jan 13, 2002 | EX3G | SOU EXTENSION 3 GRANTED | — |
| Dec 13, 2001 | EXT3 | SOU EXTENSION 3 FILED | — |
| Dec 5, 2001 | EX2G | SOU EXTENSION 2 GRANTED | — |
| Jun 13, 2001 | EXT2 | SOU EXTENSION 2 FILED | — |
| May 4, 2001 | DPCC | DIVISIONAL PROCESSING COMPLETE | — |
| May 3, 2001 | EX1G | SOU EXTENSION 1 GRANTED | — |
| Dec 18, 2000 | DRRR | DIVISIONAL REQUEST RECEIVED | — |
| Dec 13, 2000 | EXT1 | SOU EXTENSION 1 FILED | — |
| Jun 13, 2000 | 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. |
| Dec 30, 1999 | ETOF | EXTENSION OF TIME TO OPPOSE RECEIVED | — |
| Nov 23, 1999 | 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. |
| Oct 22, 1999 | NPUB | NOTICE OF PUBLICATION | — |
| Jul 16, 1999 | CNSA | APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER | — |
| Jun 10, 1999 | CNEA | EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT MAILED | — |
| May 13, 1999 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| Mar 8, 1999 | CNFR | FINAL REFUSAL MAILED | A final Office Action (final refusal) means the examining attorney is maintaining at least one refusal and your options are narrower. You can file a response addressing the refusal, appeal to the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, or let the application abandon. |
| Nov 27, 1998 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| May 26, 1998 | CNRT | NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED | A non-final Office Action means the USPTO examining attorney has raised at least one issue with your trademark application but has not made a final decision. You usually have three months to respond with arguments, amendments, or evidence. Missing the deadline can abandon the application. |
| May 11, 1998 | DOCK | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER | — |
| May 5, 1998 | DOCK | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER | — |