USPTO serial 97120427
BEST CHOICE
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- Filing date
- Status date
- Registration date
- Feb 20, 2024
- Examiner
- LOZEAU, BRANDON THOMAS
- Law office
- PUBLICATION AND ISSUE SECTION
What this means
Status 700 means the trademark is registered and active on the Principal Register. You have nationwide rights for the listed goods and services and may use ®. Section 8 maintenance is due between years five and six. Calendar Section 8 between years five and six, and consider trademark monitoring.
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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.
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 LLP2555 GRAND BLVD.KANSAS CITY, MO 64108UNITED STATESGoods and services
| Class | Description | Status | First use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 001 | Coolants; anti-freeze; artificial sweeteners | ACTIVE | Jan 26, 2001 |
| 003 | Wipes and sponges impregnated with a cleaning preparation; cleaning preparations; drain openers; bleaching preparations for household use; laundry detergent and detergent pods; stain removing preparations; dishwashing preparations and pods; rinse agents for dishwashing machines; wipes impregnated with a skin cleanser; non-medicated foot powder; foot deodorant spray; baby and body powder; non-medicated diaper rash creams and ointments; baby oil and lotion; skin soap, body wash, and bubble bath; hair shampoos and conditioners; hair detangling preparations; body wash; body lotion; petroleum jelly for cosmetic purposes; nail polish remover; hydrogen peroxide for cosmetic purposes; all-purpose cotton swabs for personal use; cotton balls, cotton pads, and cotton rounds for cosmetic purposes; gauze for cosmetic purposes; non-medicated mouth washes and rinses; sunscreen preparations; pre-shaving preparations; hydrogen peroxide for cosmetic use; laundry sheets impregnated with fabric softener | ACTIVE | Apr 1, 1985 |
| 004 | Charcoal lighter fluid; lump charcoal and charcoal briquettes; artificial fire logs; solid fire starters; wood chips and pellets for smoking and grilling; motor oils | ACTIVE | Feb 1, 1989 |
| 005 | Adult and baby diapers; Incontinence garments in the nature of underwear; disposable training pants; panty liners; feminine hygiene, menstruation, and sanitation pads; tampons; petroleum jelly for medical purposes; aloe vera gel for therapeutic purposes; vitamin and mineral supplements; natural herbal and dietary supplements; probiotic supplements; natural sleep aid preparations; glucose dietary supplements; digestives for pharmaceutical purposes; micro-nutrient preparations for the prevention of heart and brain ailments; food supplements, namely, anti-oxidants; cough treatment preparations; rubbing compound for medical and/or therapeutic use; preparations for treating colds and influenza symptoms; dietary supplements for urinary and digestive health; vitamin supplement in tablet form for use in making an effervescent beverage when added to water; nasal spray preparations; saline solution for sinus and nasal irrigation; decongestants and decongestant inhalers; antihistamines; allergy relief medications; nausea treatment preparations; pharmaceutical preparations for treating allergies and congestion; pharmaceutical preparations for the treatment of the respiratory tract and sinuses; pain relief medication; anti-arthritic compositions and preparations; antifungal preparations; hemorrhoidal ointments; antibiotic creams; antacids; pharmaceutical agents affecting digestive organs; diarrhea medication; laxatives and laxative suppositories; enema preparations; stool softeners; dietary fiber to aid digestion and for treating constipation; gels and muscle-rub preparations for the relief of pain; pregnancy test kits for home use; hand sanitizer and sanitizing preparations for household use; first aid kits; bandages for dressings; adhesive bandages; liquid bandages for skin wounds; hydrocolloidal bandages; medical adhesive tape; sports tape being medical adhesive tape; gauze; wart removing preparations; corn and callus cushions, plasters, pads, and remover pads; moleskin for medical purposes; lice treatment preparations and shampoo; hydrogen peroxide for medical use; Epsom salts; rubbing alcohol; anti-itch ointments, creams, lotions, gels; and sprays; anti-inflammatory creams, sprays, and gels; hydrocortisone cream; calamine lotion; eye drops and artificial tears; ear wax removal drops and kits; throat lozenges and cough drops; medicated throat spray; contact lens solutions and cleaning preparations | ACTIVE | Jul 24, 1995 |
| 006 | Aluminum foil | ACTIVE | Aug 25, 1985 |
| 008 | Disposable tableware, namely, knives, forks and spoons; razors and razor blades | ACTIVE | Jul 24, 1995 |
| 009 | Batteries | ACTIVE | May 1, 2000 |
| 010 | Heating and cooling patches for medical use being topical analgesic pads for pain relief and therapeutic purposes; supportive bandages; external nasal dilators; thermometers for medical purposes; thermometer probe covers | ACTIVE | Feb 8, 1997 |
| 011 | Utility lighters for lighting grills, fireplaces and candles; light bulbs | ACTIVE | Jul 24, 1995 |
| 016 | Garbage bags; freezer bags, sandwich bags, and plastic storage plastic bags for household use; toilet tissue; plastic bags for oven and slow cooker cooking; paper bags; paper towels; facial tissue; bathroom tissue; paper napkins; wax paper; plastic wrap; paper coffee filters; adhesive tapes for stationery and household use; glue for stationary and household use | ACTIVE | May 1, 1985 |
| 017 | Duct and masking tape | ACTIVE | May 8, 2012 |
| 018 | Rawhides; rawhide bones and chews | ACTIVE | Apr 17, 2018 |
| 021 | Cleaning sponges; cleaning and scouring pads; cleaning pads; cleaning cloths; dusters; duster sleeves for cleaning; household gloves for general use; disposable plastic and latex gloves for general use; disposable dinnerware, namely, plates and bowls; drinking straws; cups; plastic storage containers for household or domestic use; toothpicks; salt and pepper shakers; paper baking cups; cupcake baking cups; toothbrushes; dental floss | ACTIVE | Feb 20, 1989 |
| 025 | Insoles | ACTIVE | Feb 1, 2000 |
| 029 | Milk; lactose-free milk; nut milk; coconut milk; evaporated milk; condensed milk; buttermilk; whipping cream; whipped cream; whipped topping; non-alcoholic egg nog; half and half; coffee creamer; dried milk powder; butter; butter substitutes; margarine; margarine substitutes; cooking oils; oil-based cooking spray; olive oil for food; shortening; dips and dip mixes; sour cream; yogurt; processed, preserved, pickled, frozen, dried, dehydrated, canned, or cooked vegetables; sauerkraut; tomato paste; instant potatoes; frozen French fries, potato puffs, and hash browns; olives and processed stuffed olives; processed water chestnuts; preserved, frozen, dried, canned, or processed fruits; fruit-based filling for cakes and pies; flaked coconut; fruit-based snack food; nut- and dried fruit- based snack bars; eggs; egg whites; egg substitute; cheese; cream cheese; cheese spreads; food package combinations consisting primarily of cheese, nuts and/or processed fruit; processed or roasted nuts; nut butters and spreads; nut-based spread; fruit butters; fruit-based jellies, jams, marmalades, and preserves; dried beans; canned beans; canned pork and beans; stews; chili; broth, chicken stock, and soups; soup mixes; bouillon; meat; sausages; bacon and bacon bits; poultry; jerky; canned fish; frozen or preserved fish; shellfish, not live; corn dogs; mozzarella sticks; appetizers, namely, breaded and fried jalapeño peppers; beef patties; potato chips; processed nuts; snacks and salad toppings consisting primarily of processed nuts and dried fruit; trail mix consisting primarily of processed nuts, dried fruit and also including chocolate; trail mix consisting primarily of processed nuts, seeds, and dried fruit; processed sunflower seeds | ACTIVE | Nov 13, 1984 |
| 030 | Bakery goods; breads; pancakes and waffles; dough; flour; cornmeal; hominy; grits; processed oats; oatmeal; ready-to-eat cereal; cake and cookie mixes, and mixes for bakery goods; waffle and pancake mixes; pizza; pizza crust and pizza crust mixes; frozen breakfast sandwiches; pie shells and crusts; bread crumbs and cracker crumbs; cookies and crackers; stuffing mixes containing bread; croutons; toaster pastries; baking soda; baking powder; yeast; cornstarch for culinary purposes; chocolate; flavored and sweetened gelatins; dessert pudding and pudding mixes; marshmallows and marshmallow creme; ice cream, ice cream desserts, and sherbet; fruit ice bars and frozen confections, namely, ices; cones for ice cream; frosting; tortillas, tortillas chips and strips, taco shells, and tostadas; pico de gallo sauce and salsa; ketchup; mustard; salad dressings and salad dressing mixes; mayonnaise; vinegar; applesauce; rice; pasta and noodles; packaged meals and meal kits consisting primarily of pasta or rice; prepared entrees consisting primarily of pasta; sauces and sauce mixes; gravy and gravy mixes; tamales; relish; sugar and sugar substitutes; salt; pepper; seasonings and seasoning mixes; seasoned coating for meat, fish, poultry; mixes for making batters for fried foods; spices and spice blends; vanilla and vanilla extracts; dried herbs; dried herbs in powdered form; processed seeds for use as a seasoning; meat tenderizers for household purposes; unpopped popcorn; popcorn and microwave popcorn; snack mix comprised of candy-coated popcorn and processed nuts; mixes in the nature of concentrates, syrups or powders used in the preparation of water- and milk- based beverages; chocolate drink and hot cocoa mixes; tea and tea bags; instant coffee, ground coffee, and coffee beans; coffee-based drink mixes; coffee sold in single-serving or portion-controlled containers for use in brewing machines; pods, namely, cartridges containing coffee for making coffee beverages, coffee-based beverages, tea, tea-based beverages, corn syrup; table syrup; honey; candy; granola-based snack bars; high-protein cereal bars; grain-based food bars also containing dried fruits; burritos; non-medicated lozenges; sandwiches | ACTIVE | Nov 6, 1983 |
| 031 | Edible dog treats and chewing bones; dog food; dog biscuits; cat food; bird food; litter for animals; fresh fruit and vegetables | ACTIVE | Jul 30, 1985 |
| 032 | Bottled water; fruit drinks and juices; concentrates for making fruit juices; non-alcoholic cider; vegetable juices; soft drinks; club soda; seltzer and tonic waters; syrups to flavor water | ACTIVE | Nov 6, 1983 |
| 034 | Cigarette and cigar lighters; electronic cigarette lighters; matches | ACTIVE | May 3, 2007 |
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Prosecution history
| Date | Code | Event | What it means |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 20, 2024 | NRCC | NOTICE OF REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION EMAILED | — |
| Feb 20, 2024 | 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. |
| Dec 5, 2023 | NPUB | OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED | — |
| Dec 5, 2023 | 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 15, 2023 | NONP | NOTIFICATION OF NOTICE OF PUBLICATION E-MAILED | — |
| Nov 2, 2023 | CNSA | APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER | — |
| Oct 30, 2023 | XAEC | EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT ENTERED | — |
| Oct 30, 2023 | GNEN | NOTIFICATION OF EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED | — |
| Oct 30, 2023 | GNEA | EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED | — |
| Oct 30, 2023 | CNEA | EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN | — |
| Sep 27, 2023 | RCCK | SUSPENSION CHECKED - TO ATTORNEY FOR ACTION | — |
| Sep 18, 2023 | DOCK | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER | — |
| Aug 3, 2023 | RCCK | SUSPENSION CHECKED - TO ATTORNEY FOR ACTION | — |
| Aug 1, 2023 | ERSI | TEAS RESPONSE TO SUSPENSION INQUIRY RECEIVED | — |
| Apr 14, 2023 | RCCK | SUSPENSION CHECKED - TO ATTORNEY FOR ACTION | — |
| Dec 27, 2022 | CHAN | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED | — |
| Dec 27, 2022 | TCCA | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED | — |
| Dec 27, 2022 | EWAF | TEAS WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY RECEIVED-FIRM RETAINS | — |
| Dec 27, 2022 | 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. |
| Dec 27, 2022 | REAP | TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED | — |
| Dec 27, 2022 | COAR | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED | — |
| Oct 6, 2022 | GNS3 | NOTIFICATION OF LETTER OF SUSPENSION E-MAILED | — |
| Oct 6, 2022 | GNSL | LETTER OF SUSPENSION E-MAILED | — |
| Oct 6, 2022 | CNSL | SUSPENSION LETTER WRITTEN | — |
| Sep 10, 2022 | TEME | TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED | — |
| Sep 10, 2022 | CRFA | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE | — |
| Sep 10, 2022 | 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 10, 2022 | 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. |
| Mar 10, 2022 | 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 10, 2022 | 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 4, 2022 | DOCK | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER | — |
| Nov 18, 2021 | NWOS | NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED | — |
| Nov 15, 2021 | NWAP | NEW APPLICATION ENTERED | — |