USPTO serial 78422645
THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
Reviewed by CopyMark Law Group
- Filing date
- Status date
- Registration date
- Apr 8, 2014
- Examiner
- MCDOWELL, MATTHEW J
- Law office
- PUBLICATION AND ISSUE SECTION
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.
Need help with THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY?
If you own this trademark, we can monitor new filings and help with USPTO deadlines. If you do not, we can file a new U.S. application.
Current trademark owner
Monitor this mark, or talk with CopyMark about this registration.
Not the owner?
File a new U.S. trademark application, or speak with our attorneys.
Owner
Attorney of record
The USPTO lists this attorney as the applicant's representative for correspondence on this application.
Jared M. Barrett
Jared M. Barrett Seed IP Law Group LLP701 Fifth AvenueSuite 5400SEATTLE, WA 98104Goods and services
| Class | Description | Status | First use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 016 | cook books; recipe books; books and newsletters in the field of restaurant and food and beverage topics; and souvenir programs for theme restaurant | ACTIVE | May 1, 2013 |
| 035 | restaurant franchising; franchising, namely, offering technical assistance in the establishment and/or operation of restaurants, food services and catering | ACTIVE | May 1, 2013 |
Related trademarks
CopyMark links this record to cited §2(d) serials, the owner's other marks, Nice classes, similar mark names, and recently changed USPTO applications.
- Other trademarks owned by THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
- Other trademarks owned by THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
- Other trademarks owned by THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
- Other trademarks in Class 016
- Other trademarks in Class 035
- Similar marks named THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY
- Recently changed USPTO trademarks
- Recently filed trademarks
- Browse all trademark records
Prosecution history
| Date | Code | Event | What it means |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 8, 2024 | NA89 | NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED | — |
| Jul 8, 2024 | 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 8, 2024 | 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 8, 2024 | APRE | CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL | — |
| Apr 8, 2024 | E89R | TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED | — |
| Apr 8, 2023 | REM2 | COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED | — |
| Jun 19, 2020 | NA85 | NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 15 - E-MAILED | — |
| Jun 19, 2020 | C15A | REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK. | — |
| Jun 4, 2020 | APRE | CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL | — |
| Apr 8, 2020 | E815 | TEAS SECTION 8 & 15 RECEIVED | — |
| Apr 8, 2019 | REM1 | COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (6-YR) E-MAILED | — |
| Jul 23, 2014 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| Apr 8, 2014 | 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. |
| Mar 1, 2014 | SUNA | NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF STATEMENT OF USE E-MAILED | — |
| Feb 28, 2014 | REGV | LAW OFFICE REGISTRATION REVIEW COMPLETED | — |
| Feb 27, 2014 | CNPR | ALLOWED PRINCIPAL REGISTER - SOU ACCEPTED | — |
| Feb 3, 2014 | TEME | TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED | — |
| Feb 3, 2014 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| Jan 28, 2014 | 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. |
| Jul 30, 2013 | GNRN | NOTIFICATION OF 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. |
| Jul 30, 2013 | 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. |
| Jul 30, 2013 | CNRT | SU - 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. |
| Jul 9, 2013 | SUPC | STATEMENT OF USE PROCESSING COMPLETE | — |
| Jul 9, 2013 | AITU | CASE ASSIGNED TO INTENT TO USE PARALEGAL | — |
| Jun 12, 2013 | IUAF | USE AMENDMENT FILED | — |
| Jun 12, 2013 | 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. |
| Dec 19, 2012 | EXRA | NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED | — |
| Dec 18, 2012 | EX3G | SOU EXTENSION 3 GRANTED | — |
| Dec 17, 2012 | EXT3 | SOU EXTENSION 3 FILED | — |
| Dec 17, 2012 | EEXT | SOU TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED | The applicant requested more time to file a Statement of Use before the Notice of Allowance deadline. Each extension typically adds six months. A limited number of extensions are available for intent-to-use applications not yet in use. |
| May 12, 2012 | EXRA | NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED | — |
| May 11, 2012 | EX2G | SOU EXTENSION 2 GRANTED | — |
| May 1, 2012 | EXT2 | SOU EXTENSION 2 FILED | — |
| May 1, 2012 | EEXT | SOU TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED | The applicant requested more time to file a Statement of Use before the Notice of Allowance deadline. Each extension typically adds six months. A limited number of extensions are available for intent-to-use applications not yet in use. |
| Jan 21, 2012 | EXRA | NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED | — |
| Jan 20, 2012 | EX1G | SOU EXTENSION 1 GRANTED | — |
| Jan 20, 2012 | AITU | CASE ASSIGNED TO INTENT TO USE PARALEGAL | — |
| Dec 19, 2011 | EXT1 | SOU EXTENSION 1 FILED | — |
| Dec 19, 2011 | EEXT | SOU TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED | The applicant requested more time to file a Statement of Use before the Notice of Allowance deadline. Each extension typically adds six months. A limited number of extensions are available for intent-to-use applications not yet in use. |
| Jun 21, 2011 | NOAM | NOA E-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. |
| Apr 26, 2011 | NPUB | OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED | — |
| Apr 26, 2011 | 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. |
| Mar 19, 2011 | PREV | LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED | — |
| Mar 18, 2011 | CNSA | APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER | — |
| Mar 7, 2011 | RCCK | SUSPENSION CHECKED - TO ATTORNEY FOR ACTION | — |
| Aug 24, 2010 | RCSC | REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED | — |
| Aug 24, 2010 | ALIE | ASSIGNED TO LIE | — |
| Feb 22, 2010 | RCSC | REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED | — |
| Feb 22, 2010 | ALIE | ASSIGNED TO LIE | — |
| Feb 13, 2010 | ALIE | ASSIGNED TO LIE | — |
| Aug 12, 2009 | RCSC | REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED | — |
| Feb 12, 2009 | RCSC | REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED | — |
| Aug 12, 2008 | RCSC | REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED | — |
| Feb 10, 2008 | RCSC | REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED | — |
| Feb 10, 2008 | ALIE | ASSIGNED TO LIE | — |
| Jan 8, 2008 | DOCK | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER | — |
| Aug 10, 2007 | RCSC | REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED | — |
| Feb 10, 2007 | RCSC | REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED | — |
| Dec 29, 2006 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| Aug 10, 2006 | RCSC | REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED | — |
| Feb 10, 2006 | RCSC | REPORT COMPLETED SUSPENSION CHECK CASE STILL SUSPENDED | — |
| Oct 12, 2005 | DOCK | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER | — |
| Aug 10, 2005 | GNSL | LETTER OF SUSPENSION E-MAILED | — |
| Aug 10, 2005 | CNSL | SUSPENSION LETTER WRITTEN | — |
| Jul 20, 2005 | TEME | TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED | — |
| Jul 14, 2005 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| Jul 14, 2005 | 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. |
| Jun 16, 2005 | 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. |
| Jun 16, 2005 | 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. |
| May 27, 2005 | TEME | TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED | — |
| May 23, 2005 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| May 23, 2005 | 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. |
| Jan 26, 2005 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| Dec 30, 2004 | 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. |
| Dec 30, 2004 | 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. |
| Dec 20, 2004 | DOCK | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER | — |
| May 27, 2004 | NWAP | NEW APPLICATION ENTERED | — |