USPTO serial 77035475
SPONGEX
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- Filing date
- Status date
- Registration date
- Jul 8, 2008
- Examiner
- COOPER, CHRISTINE H
- Law office
- GENERIC WEB UPDATE
What this means
Status 800 means the registration was renewed after acceptable combined Section 8 and Section 9 filings. The mark remains registered for another 10-year term with active federal protection. Calendar the next Section 8 and 9 deadline in 10 years and maintain monitoring.
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Owner
WILLIAMSVILLE, NY
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA
COMFORTRESEARCH NORTH CAROLINA, LLC
GRAND RAPIDS, MI
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Attorney of record
The USPTO lists this attorney as the applicant's representative for correspondence on this application.
Aaron J. Wong
Aaron J. Wong Price Heneveld, LLP3400 Innovation Court SEPO Box 2567Grand Rapids, MI 49501Goods and services
| Class | Description | Status | First use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 017 | [ Molded foam insulated container packing for commercial transportation; low-density molded polyurethane packaging foam; plastic padding for impact protection; padding for impact protection, comfort and fit, composed of bonded microspheres used in industry; thermoplastic and polymeric materials, sold in sheet form, rods, blocks and other stock shapes, for use by third party manufacturers; packing foam in sheet form; and foam used for arts and crafts ] | SECTION 8 - CANCELLED | Dec 3, 2007 |
| 020 | Non-metal buoys [ ; foam pillows; seating cushions; and mattresses ] | ACTIVE | Dec 3, 2007 |
| 028 | Floats for recreational use, namely, foam floats, swim floats [, arm floats, ] *and* kick boards [and body boards; and exercise equipment, namely, hand bars and swim bars; exercise accessories, namely, jogging belts with weights or for use with weights; and personal exercise mats ] | ACTIVE | Dec 3, 2007 |
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Prosecution history
| Date | Code | Event | What it means |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 25, 2024 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| Jan 25, 2024 | EWOR | TEAS WITHDRAWAL AS DOMESTIC REPRESENTATIVE RECEIVED | — |
| Jan 25, 2024 | 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. |
| Jan 25, 2024 | REAP | TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED | — |
| Jan 25, 2024 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| Jan 25, 2024 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| Nov 22, 2023 | ASGN | AUTOMATIC UPDATE OF ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP | — |
| Apr 13, 2022 | ASGN | AUTOMATIC UPDATE OF ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP | — |
| Aug 26, 2020 | ASGN | AUTOMATIC UPDATE OF ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP | — |
| Oct 10, 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. |
| Oct 10, 2019 | REAP | TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED | — |
| Apr 26, 2018 | NA89 | NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED | — |
| Apr 26, 2018 | 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. |
| Apr 26, 2018 | 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. |
| Apr 26, 2018 | APRE | CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL | — |
| Apr 16, 2018 | E89R | TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED | — |
| Jul 8, 2017 | REM2 | COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED | — |
| Jul 17, 2014 | NAS8 | NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 - E-MAILED | — |
| Jul 17, 2014 | 8.OK | REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED | The USPTO accepted your Section 8 declaration showing the mark is still in use in commerce (or excusable nonuse). This satisfies the six-year maintenance requirement and keeps the registration active until the next renewal deadline. |
| Jul 17, 2014 | APRE | CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL | — |
| Jul 7, 2014 | ES8R | TEAS SECTION 8 RECEIVED | — |
| Jan 29, 2014 | ASGN | AUTOMATIC UPDATE OF ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP | — |
| Jan 22, 2014 | 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. |
| Jan 22, 2014 | REAP | TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED | — |
| Jan 15, 2014 | ASGN | AUTOMATIC UPDATE OF ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP | — |
| Feb 4, 2013 | 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. |
| Feb 4, 2013 | REAP | TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED | — |
| Jan 9, 2013 | ASCK | ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY | — |
| Jan 26, 2011 | ASCK | ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY | — |
| Jul 8, 2008 | 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 5, 2008 | REGV | LAW OFFICE REGISTRATION REVIEW COMPLETED | — |
| May 30, 2008 | CNPR | ALLOWED PRINCIPAL REGISTER - SOU ACCEPTED | — |
| May 30, 2008 | SUPC | STATEMENT OF USE PROCESSING COMPLETE | — |
| May 22, 2008 | IUAF | USE AMENDMENT FILED | — |
| May 22, 2008 | EISU | TEAS STATEMENT OF USE RECEIVED | The applicant filed a Statement of Use with specimens showing the mark in actual commerce. The USPTO will review the filing for compliance. If accepted, the mark can proceed to registration; if deficient, the USPTO may issue a requirement or office action. |
| Feb 19, 2008 | 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. |
| Nov 27, 2007 | 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. |
| Nov 7, 2007 | NPUB | NOTICE OF PUBLICATION | — |
| Oct 22, 2007 | PREV | LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED | — |
| Oct 22, 2007 | ALIE | ASSIGNED TO LIE | — |
| Sep 20, 2007 | CNSA | APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER | — |
| Sep 20, 2007 | XAEC | EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT ENTERED | — |
| Sep 20, 2007 | GNEN | NOTIFICATION OF EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED | — |
| Sep 20, 2007 | GNEA | EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED | — |
| Sep 20, 2007 | CNEA | EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN | — |
| Sep 8, 2007 | TEME | TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED | — |
| Sep 7, 2007 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| Sep 7, 2007 | TROA | TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED | 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 16, 2007 | GNRT | NON-FINAL ACTION E-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. |
| Mar 16, 2007 | CNRT | NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN | 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. |
| Mar 13, 2007 | DOCK | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER | — |
| Nov 8, 2006 | MPMK | NOTICE OF PSEUDO MARK MAILED | — |
| Nov 7, 2006 | NWAP | NEW APPLICATION ENTERED | — |