| Serial Number | 97120427 |
| Word Mark | BEST CHOICE |
| Filing Date | Thursday, November 11, 2021 |
| Status | 700 - REGISTERED |
| Status Date | Tuesday, February 20, 2024 |
| Registration Number | 7307751 |
| Registration Date | Tuesday, February 20, 2024 |
| Mark Drawing | 4000 - Illustration: Drawing with word(s) / letter(s) / number(s) in Block form |
| Published for Opposition Date | Tuesday, December 5, 2023 |
| Goods and Services | 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 |
| Goods and Services | Batteries |
| Goods and Services | Disposable tableware, namely, knives, forks and spoons; razors and razor blades |
| Goods and Services | Rawhides; rawhide bones and chews |
| Goods and Services | 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 |
| Goods and Services | Aluminum foil |
| Goods and Services | Duct and masking tape |
| Goods and Services | 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 |
| Goods and Services | 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 |
| Goods and Services | Charcoal lighter fluid; lump charcoal and charcoal briquettes; artificial fire logs; solid fire starters; wood chips and pellets for smoking and grilling; motor oils |
| Goods and Services | 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 |
| Goods and Services | Insoles |
| Goods and Services | Coolants; anti-freeze; artificial sweeteners |
| Goods and Services | Cigarette and cigar lighters; electronic cigarette lighters; matches |
| Goods and Services | Utility lighters for lighting grills, fireplaces and candles; light bulbs |
| Goods and Services | 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 |
| Goods and Services | 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 |
| Goods and Services | 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 |
| Goods and Services | Edible dog treats and chewing bones; dog food; dog biscuits; cat food; bird food; litter for animals; fresh fruit and vegetables |
| International Class | 001 - Chemicals used in industry, science and photography, as well as in agriculture, horticulture and forestry; unprocessed artificial resins; unprocessed plastics; manures; fire extinguishing compositions; tempering and soldering preparations; chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; tanning substances; adhesives used in industry. |
| US Class Codes | 001, 005, 006, 010, 026, 046 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 001 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Friday, January 26, 2001 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Friday, January 26, 2001 |
| International Class | 003 - Bleaching preparations and other substances for laundry use; cleaning, polishing, scouring and abrasive preparations; soaps; perfumery, essential oils, cosmetics, hair lotions; dentifrices. |
| US Class Codes | 001, 004, 006, 050, 051, 052 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 003 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Monday, April 1, 1985 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Monday, April 1, 1985 |
| International Class | 004 - Industrial oils and greases; lubricants; dust absorbing, wetting and binding compositions; fuels (including motor spirit) and illuminants; candles and wicks for lighting. |
| US Class Codes | 001, 006, 015 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 004 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Wednesday, February 1, 1989 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Wednesday, February 1, 1989 |
| International Class | 005 - Pharmaceutical and veterinary preparations; sanitary preparations for medical purposes; dietetic substances adapted for medical use, food for babies; plasters, materials for dressings; material for stopping teeth, dental wax; disinfectants; preparations for destroying vermin; fungicides, herbicides. |
| US Class Codes | 005, 006, 018, 044, 046, 051, 052 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 005 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Monday, July 24, 1995 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Monday, July 24, 1995 |
| International Class | 006 - Common metals and their alloys; metal building materials; transportable buildings of metal; materials of metal for railway tracks; nonelectric cables and wires of common metal; ironmongery, small items of metal hardware; pipes and tubes of metal; safes; goods of common metal not included in other classes; ores. |
| US Class Codes | 002, 012, 013, 014, 023, 025, 050 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 006 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Sunday, August 25, 1985 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Sunday, August 25, 1985 |
| International Class | 008 - Hand tools and implements (hand-operated); cutlery; side arms; razors. |
| US Class Codes | 023, 028, 044 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 008 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Monday, July 24, 1995 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Monday, July 24, 1995 |
| International Class | 009 - Scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, checking (supervision), life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images; magnetic data carriers, recording discs; automatic vending machines and mechanisms for coin operated apparatus; cash registers, calculating machines, data processing equipment and computers; fire extinguishing apparatus. |
| US Class Codes | 021, 023, 026, 036, 038 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 009 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Monday, May 1, 2000 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Monday, May 1, 2000 |
| International Class | 010 - Surgical, medical, dental, and veterinary apparatus and instruments, artificial limbs, eyes, and teeth; orthopedic articles; suture materials. |
| US Class Codes | 026, 039, 044 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 010 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Saturday, February 8, 1997 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Saturday, February 8, 1997 |
| International Class | 011 - Apparatus for lighting, heating, steam generating, cooking, refrigerating, drying, ventilating, water supply, and sanitary purposes. |
| US Class Codes | 013, 021, 023, 024, 031, 034 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 011 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Monday, July 24, 1995 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Monday, July 24, 1995 |
| International Class | 016 - Paper, cardboard and goods made from these materials, not included in other classes; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; artists' materials; paint brushes; typewriters and office requisites (except furniture); instructional and teaching material (except apparatus); plastic materials for packaging (not included in other classes); printers' type; printing blocks. |
| US Class Codes | 002, 005, 022, 023, 029, 037, 038, 050 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 016 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Wednesday, May 1, 1985 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Wednesday, May 1, 1985 |
| International Class | 017 - Rubber, gutta-percha, gum, asbestos, mica and goods made from these materials and not included in other classes; plastics in extruded form for use in manufacture; packing, stopping and insulating materials; flexible pipes, not of metal. |
| US Class Codes | 001, 005, 012, 013, 035, 050 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 017 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Tuesday, May 8, 2012 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Tuesday, May 8, 2012 |
| International Class | 018 - Leather and imitations of leather, and goods made of these materials and not included in other classes; animal skins, hides; trunks and traveling bags; umbrellas, parasols and walking sticks; whips, harness and saddlery. |
| US Class Codes | 001, 002, 003, 022, 041 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 018 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Tuesday, April 17, 2018 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Tuesday, April 17, 2018 |
| International Class | 021 - Household or kitchen utensils and containers; combs and sponges; brushes (except paint brushes); brush-making materials; articles for cleaning purposes; steel-wool; unworked or semi-worked glass (except glass used in building); glassware, porcelain and earthenware not included in other classes. |
| US Class Codes | 002, 013, 023, 029, 030, 033, 040, 050 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 021 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Monday, February 20, 1989 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Monday, February 20, 1989 |
| International Class | 025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear. |
| US Class Codes | 022, 039 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 025 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Tuesday, February 1, 2000 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Tuesday, February 1, 2000 |
| International Class | 029 - Meat, fish, poultry and game; meat extracts; preserved, frozen, dried and cooked fruits and vegetables; jellies, jams, compotes; eggs, milk and milk products; edible oils and fats. |
| US Class Codes | 046 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 029 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Sunday, November 6, 1983 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Tuesday, November 13, 1984 |
| International Class | 030 - Coffee, tea, cocoa, sugar, rice, tapioca, sago, artificial coffee; flour and preparations made from cereals, bread, pastry and confectionery, ices; honey, treacle; yeast, baking powder; salt, mustard; vinegar, sauces (condiments); spices; ice. |
| US Class Codes | 046 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 030 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Sunday, November 6, 1983 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Sunday, November 6, 1983 |
| International Class | 031 - Agricultural, horticultural and forestry products and grains not included in other classes; live animals; fresh fruits and vegetables; seeds, natural plants and flowers; foodstuffs for animals; malt. |
| US Class Codes | 001, 046 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 031 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Tuesday, July 30, 1985 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Tuesday, July 30, 1985 |
| International Class | 032 - Beers; mineral and aerated waters and other nonalcoholic drinks; fruit drinks and fruit juices; syrups and other preparations for making beverages. |
| US Class Codes | 045, 046, 048 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 032 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Sunday, November 6, 1983 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Sunday, November 6, 1983 |
| International Class | 034 - Tobacco; smokers' articles; matches. |
| US Class Codes | 002, 008, 009, 017 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Thursday, November 18, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 034 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Thursday, May 3, 2007 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Thursday, May 3, 2007 |
| Party Name | Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. |
| Party Type | 30 - Original Registrant |
| Legal Entity Type | 03 - Corporation |
| Address | Kansas City, KS 66106 |
| Party Name | Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. |
| Party Type | 20 - Owner at Publication |
| Legal Entity Type | 03 - Corporation |
| Address | Kansas City, KS 66106 |
| Party Name | Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. |
| Party Type | 10 - Original Applicant |
| Legal Entity Type | 03 - Corporation |
| Address | Kansas City, KS 66106 |
| Event Date | Event Description |
| Tuesday, February 20, 2024 | NOTICE OF REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION EMAILED |
| Tuesday, February 20, 2024 | REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER |
| Tuesday, December 5, 2023 | OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED |
| Tuesday, December 5, 2023 | PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION |
| Wednesday, November 15, 2023 | NOTIFICATION OF NOTICE OF PUBLICATION E-MAILED |
| Thursday, November 2, 2023 | APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER |
| Monday, October 30, 2023 | EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT ENTERED |
| Monday, October 30, 2023 | NOTIFICATION OF EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED |
| Monday, October 30, 2023 | EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED |
| Monday, October 30, 2023 | EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN |
| Wednesday, September 27, 2023 | SUSPENSION CHECKED - TO ATTORNEY FOR ACTION |
| Monday, September 18, 2023 | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER |
| Thursday, August 3, 2023 | SUSPENSION CHECKED - TO ATTORNEY FOR ACTION |
| Tuesday, August 1, 2023 | TEAS RESPONSE TO SUSPENSION INQUIRY RECEIVED |
| Friday, April 14, 2023 | SUSPENSION CHECKED - TO ATTORNEY FOR ACTION |
| Tuesday, December 27, 2022 | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED |
| Tuesday, December 27, 2022 | TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED |
| Tuesday, December 27, 2022 | TEAS WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY RECEIVED-FIRM RETAINS |
| Tuesday, December 27, 2022 | ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED |
| Tuesday, December 27, 2022 | TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED |
| Tuesday, December 27, 2022 | TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED |
| Thursday, October 6, 2022 | NOTIFICATION OF LETTER OF SUSPENSION E-MAILED |
| Thursday, October 6, 2022 | LETTER OF SUSPENSION E-MAILED |
| Thursday, October 6, 2022 | SUSPENSION LETTER WRITTEN |
| Saturday, September 10, 2022 | TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED |
| Saturday, September 10, 2022 | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE |
| Saturday, September 10, 2022 | TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED |
| Thursday, March 10, 2022 | NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED |
| Thursday, March 10, 2022 | NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED |
| Thursday, March 10, 2022 | NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN |
| Friday, March 4, 2022 | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER |
| Thursday, November 18, 2021 | NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED |
| Monday, November 15, 2021 | NEW APPLICATION ENTERED |