Who owns the THE THING trademark?

The THE THING trademark is owned by MARVEL CHARACTERS, INC..

What class is the THE THING trademark registered in?

The THE THING trademark is registered in Class 016 (Paper goods, books & stationery).

What is the serial number for THE THING?

The USPTO serial number for THE THING is 73427442.

What is the registration number for THE THING?

THE THING is registered under USPTO registration number 1280728.

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REGISTERED

THE THING

SN 73427442·Reg 1280728·Filed May 25, 1983

Owner MARVEL CHARACTERS, INC.

Paper and cardboard; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery and office requisites, except furniture; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; drawing materials and materials for artists; paintbrushes; instructional and teaching materials; plastic sheets, films and bags for wrapping and packaging; printers' type, printing blocks.

THE THING (Serial No. 73427442), Registration No. 1280728, is a registered US trademark filed on May 25, 1983 by MARVEL CHARACTERS, INC.. This trademark covers Class 016 (Paper goods, books & stationery).

Section 8/9 declaration window: June 05, 2034

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THE THING (Reg. #1280728) is a registered US trademark that has been protecting its owner, MARVEL CHARACTERS, INC., since 1983. The mark covers Class 016 (Paper goods, books & stationery). Goods and services include Paper and cardboard; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery and office requisites, except furnitu.... The mark faced 1 opposition proceeding during prosecution.

FILED

May 25, 1983

SERIAL

73427442

REG#

1280728

REGISTERED

Jun 05, 1984

Filing Information

StatusREGISTERED

Filing DateMay 25, 1983

Serial Number73427442

Registration No.1280728

Registration DateJun 05, 1984

Status DateOct 09, 2024

Published for OppositionMar 13, 1984

Filing Basis & Declarations

Standard Characters ClaimedFiled as Use ApplicationUse Application CurrentlySection 8 AcceptedSection 15 AcknowledgedTrademark

Full Goods & Services

CLASSES

OFFICE

USPTO

COUNTRY

Class 016Paper goods, books & stationery

US codes: 038

First use anywhere: Jun 28, 1961

First use in commerce: Jun 28, 1961

This description is as filed with the USPTO and defines the scope of trademark protection.

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Status History

33 events

REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED

Oct 09, 2024

REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED

REGISTERED AND RENEWED (THIRD RENEWAL - 10 YRS)

Oct 09, 2024

REGISTERED AND RENEWED (THIRD RENEWAL - 10 YRS)

NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED

Oct 09, 2024

NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED

CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL

Jul 30, 2024

CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL

TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED

May 08, 2024

TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED

COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED

Jun 05, 2023

COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED

REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED

Mar 21, 2014

REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED

REGISTERED AND RENEWED (SECOND RENEWAL - 10 YRS)

Mar 21, 2014

REGISTERED AND RENEWED (SECOND RENEWAL - 10 YRS)

NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED

Mar 21, 2014

NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED

TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED

Mar 17, 2014

TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED

TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED

Mar 17, 2014

TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED

REGISTERED - COMBINED SECTION 8 (10-YR) & SEC. 9 FILED

Mar 17, 2014

REGISTERED - COMBINED SECTION 8 (10-YR) & SEC. 9 FILED

TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED

Jan 28, 2014

TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED

APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED

Jan 28, 2014

APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED

TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED

Oct 26, 2010

TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED

Oct 25, 2010

TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED

TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED

Oct 19, 2009

TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED

APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED

Oct 19, 2009

APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED

CASE FILE IN TICRS

May 16, 2008

CASE FILE IN TICRS

TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED

Jan 19, 2006

TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED

TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED

Jan 03, 2006

TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED

REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED

May 18, 2004

REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED

REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)

May 18, 2004

REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)

TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED

Apr 01, 2004

TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED

REGISTERED - COMBINED SECTION 8 (10-YR) & SEC. 9 FILED

Apr 01, 2004

REGISTERED - COMBINED SECTION 8 (10-YR) & SEC. 9 FILED

REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.

Jun 27, 1990

REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.

RESPONSE RECEIVED TO POST REG. ACTION

Jun 07, 1990

RESPONSE RECEIVED TO POST REG. ACTION

POST REGISTRATION ACTION MAILED - SEC. 8 & 15

Feb 12, 1990

POST REGISTRATION ACTION MAILED - SEC. 8 & 15

REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) & SEC. 15 FILED

Nov 15, 1989

REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) & SEC. 15 FILED

REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER

Jun 05, 1984

REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER

PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION

Mar 13, 1984

PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION

NOTICE OF PUBLICATION

Jan 26, 1984

NOTICE OF PUBLICATION

APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER

Nov 28, 1983

APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER

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