DONKEY KONG Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Monday, July 4, 2022, a trademark application was filed for DONKEY KONG with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the DONKEY KONG trademark a serial number of 79351851. The federal status of this trademark filing is REGISTERED as of Tuesday, May 9, 2023. This trademark is owned by Nintendo Co., Ltd.. The DONKEY KONG trademark is filed in the Computer & Software Products & Electrical & Scientific Products, Jewelry Products, Paper & Printed Material Products, Leather Products, Houseware & Glass Products, Fabrics & Textile Products, Clothing & Apparel Products, Toys & Sporting Goods Products, and Education & Entertainment Services categories with the following description:

Entertainment services, namely, providing non-downloadable images featuring images of characters and scenes from an electronic game via a global computer network and wireless networks; entertainment services, namely, providing non-downloadable prerecorded music and sounds in the field of video games, all on-line via a global computer network; entertainment services, namely, providing temporary use of non-downloadable video games; entertainment services, namely, providing online electronic games; providing information in the field of entertainment; providing non-downloadable online electronic publications, namely, online journals and interactive online blogs featuring user generated or specified content in the field of video games and online publications in the nature of e-books in the field of video games; providing on-line videos featuring video games, not downloadable; providing online music, not downloadable; presentation of live show performances; presentation of musical performanc...

Recorded electronic game programs; downloadable electronic game programs; recorded video game programs; downloadable video game programs; video game cartridges; memory cards for video game machines; cases for smartphones; covers for smartphones; recorded computer game software; downloadable computer game software for use on mobile and cellular phones; downloadable image files containing artwork, text, audio, videos featuring video games; downloadable music files; downloadable electronic publications, namely, e-books featuring fiction stories, booklets, manuals and newsletters in the field of video games; headsets; earphones

Bags, namely, book bags, carry-on bags, shoulder bags, handbags, backpacks, drawstring bags, travel bags, and luggage; school bags; rucksacks; suitcases; credit card cases; purses; wallets; key cases; luggage tags; garment bags for travel; bags for sports; vanity cases, not fitted; umbrellas

Games, namely, promotional game cards, puzzles; card games; trading card games; toys, namely, toy balls, toy key chains, toy figures, water toys, plush toys, inflatable toys, party favors in the nature of small toys, toy balloons, toy building blocks, toy vehicle; ride-on toys; ride-on toys and accessories therefor; stuffed toys; dolls; portable games with liquid crystal displays; protective films adapted for screens for portable games; video game machines; controllers for game consoles; hand-held consoles for playing video games; arcade video game machines; board games; playing cards; ornaments for Christmas trees, except lights, candles and confectionery; protective carrying cases specially adapted for handheld video games

Office requisites, namely, office binders and file folders; wrapping paper; paper bags and sacks; place mats of paper; coasters of paper; table napkins of paper; tablecloths of paper; paper; stationery; paper notebooks; pen cases; paint boxes for use in schools; writing instruments; pens; pencils; rubber erasers; pencil sharpeners, electric or non-electric; printed postcards; printed greeting cards; stickers; wall decals; printed matter, namely, calendars, children's activities books, magazines and manuals in the field of video games; printed books in the field of children's entertainment, fiction stories, and video games; printed comic books; printed posters; paintings; photograph stands; paper party decorations

Key rings; key chains comprised of split rings with decorative fobs or trinkets; charms for key rings; jewelry boxes; commemorative coins; collectible coins; jewelry; necklaces; bracelets; jewelry charms; earrings; tie pins; rings being jewelry; medals; ornamental lapel pins; shoe jewelry; watches; clocks; watch bands

Clothing, namely, polo shirts, sweatshirts, parkas, jackets, raincoats, pants, dresses, sweatpants, skirts, and sweaters; shirts; tee-shirts; pajamas; underwear; bathing suits; socks; scarves; neck scarves; ear muffs; gloves; bibs not of paper; hats; caps being headwear; cap peaks; belts for clothing; footwear; sports shoes; sandals; slippers; masquerade costumes; Halloween costumes

Fabrics for textile use; adhesive fabric for application by heat; towels of textile; handkerchiefs of textile; quilts; children's blankets; bed blankets; picnic blankets; throws; fleece blankets; travelling rugs; lap robes; covers for cushions; pillowcases; bed linen; tablemats of textile; table napkins of textile; place mats of textile; coasters of textile; flags of textile or plastic; banners of textile or plastic; wall hangings of textile; unfitted fabric furniture covers; bed covers; curtains of textile or plastic; household linen; sleeping bags

Floss for dental purposes; hair brushes; combs; brushes for washing up; toothbrushes; fitted vanity cases; cosmetic utensils, namely, cosmetic brushes; containers for household or kitchen use; drinking flasks; glass bowls; soup bowls; utensils for kitchen and cleaning purposes, namely, serving spoons, serving forks, and chopsticks; mugs; cups; dishes; plates; paper plates; cookie jars; lunch boxes; drinking bottles for sports; drinking straws; coasters, not of paper or textile; place mats of plastic; tablemats, not of paper or textile; trays for household purposes; waste baskets; coin banks; soap holders; dishes for soap
donkey kong

General Information


Serial Number79351851
Word MarkDONKEY KONG
Filing DateMonday, July 4, 2022
Status700 - REGISTERED
Status DateTuesday, May 9, 2023
Registration Number7045521
Registration DateTuesday, May 9, 2023
Mark Drawing4000 - Illustration: Drawing with word(s) / letter(s) / number(s) in Block form
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, February 21, 2023

Trademark Statements


Goods and ServicesEntertainment services, namely, providing non-downloadable images featuring images of characters and scenes from an electronic game via a global computer network and wireless networks; entertainment services, namely, providing non-downloadable prerecorded music and sounds in the field of video games, all on-line via a global computer network; entertainment services, namely, providing temporary use of non-downloadable video games; entertainment services, namely, providing online electronic games; providing information in the field of entertainment; providing non-downloadable online electronic publications, namely, online journals and interactive online blogs featuring user generated or specified content in the field of video games and online publications in the nature of e-books in the field of video games; providing on-line videos featuring video games, not downloadable; providing online music, not downloadable; presentation of live show performances; presentation of musical performances; arranging and conducting of concerts; providing on-line computer games; organization of electronic sports competitions; organization and arrangement of entertainment shows and events; providing amusement arcade services
Goods and ServicesRecorded electronic game programs; downloadable electronic game programs; recorded video game programs; downloadable video game programs; video game cartridges; memory cards for video game machines; cases for smartphones; covers for smartphones; recorded computer game software; downloadable computer game software for use on mobile and cellular phones; downloadable image files containing artwork, text, audio, videos featuring video games; downloadable music files; downloadable electronic publications, namely, e-books featuring fiction stories, booklets, manuals and newsletters in the field of video games; headsets; earphones
Goods and ServicesBags, namely, book bags, carry-on bags, shoulder bags, handbags, backpacks, drawstring bags, travel bags, and luggage; school bags; rucksacks; suitcases; credit card cases; purses; wallets; key cases; luggage tags; garment bags for travel; bags for sports; vanity cases, not fitted; umbrellas
Goods and ServicesGames, namely, promotional game cards, puzzles; card games; trading card games; toys, namely, toy balls, toy key chains, toy figures, water toys, plush toys, inflatable toys, party favors in the nature of small toys, toy balloons, toy building blocks, toy vehicle; ride-on toys; ride-on toys and accessories therefor; stuffed toys; dolls; portable games with liquid crystal displays; protective films adapted for screens for portable games; video game machines; controllers for game consoles; hand-held consoles for playing video games; arcade video game machines; board games; playing cards; ornaments for Christmas trees, except lights, candles and confectionery; protective carrying cases specially adapted for handheld video games
Goods and ServicesOffice requisites, namely, office binders and file folders; wrapping paper; paper bags and sacks; place mats of paper; coasters of paper; table napkins of paper; tablecloths of paper; paper; stationery; paper notebooks; pen cases; paint boxes for use in schools; writing instruments; pens; pencils; rubber erasers; pencil sharpeners, electric or non-electric; printed postcards; printed greeting cards; stickers; wall decals; printed matter, namely, calendars, children's activities books, magazines and manuals in the field of video games; printed books in the field of children's entertainment, fiction stories, and video games; printed comic books; printed posters; paintings; photograph stands; paper party decorations
Goods and ServicesKey rings; key chains comprised of split rings with decorative fobs or trinkets; charms for key rings; jewelry boxes; commemorative coins; collectible coins; jewelry; necklaces; bracelets; jewelry charms; earrings; tie pins; rings being jewelry; medals; ornamental lapel pins; shoe jewelry; watches; clocks; watch bands
Goods and ServicesClothing, namely, polo shirts, sweatshirts, parkas, jackets, raincoats, pants, dresses, sweatpants, skirts, and sweaters; shirts; tee-shirts; pajamas; underwear; bathing suits; socks; scarves; neck scarves; ear muffs; gloves; bibs not of paper; hats; caps being headwear; cap peaks; belts for clothing; footwear; sports shoes; sandals; slippers; masquerade costumes; Halloween costumes
Goods and ServicesFabrics for textile use; adhesive fabric for application by heat; towels of textile; handkerchiefs of textile; quilts; children's blankets; bed blankets; picnic blankets; throws; fleece blankets; travelling rugs; lap robes; covers for cushions; pillowcases; bed linen; tablemats of textile; table napkins of textile; place mats of textile; coasters of textile; flags of textile or plastic; banners of textile or plastic; wall hangings of textile; unfitted fabric furniture covers; bed covers; curtains of textile or plastic; household linen; sleeping bags
Goods and ServicesFloss for dental purposes; hair brushes; combs; brushes for washing up; toothbrushes; fitted vanity cases; cosmetic utensils, namely, cosmetic brushes; containers for household or kitchen use; drinking flasks; glass bowls; soup bowls; utensils for kitchen and cleaning purposes, namely, serving spoons, serving forks, and chopsticks; mugs; cups; dishes; plates; paper plates; cookie jars; lunch boxes; drinking bottles for sports; drinking straws; coasters, not of paper or textile; place mats of plastic; tablemats, not of paper or textile; trays for household purposes; waste baskets; coin banks; soap holders; dishes for soap

Classification Information


International Class009 - 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 Codes021, 023, 026, 036, 038
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, October 18, 2022
Primary Code009
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class014 - Precious metals and their alloys and goods in precious metals or coated therewith, not included in other classes; jewelry, precious stones; horological and chronometric instruments.
US Class Codes002, 027, 028, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, October 18, 2022
Primary Code014
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class016 - 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 Codes002, 005, 022, 023, 029, 037, 038, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, October 18, 2022
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class018 - 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 Codes001, 002, 003, 022, 041
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, October 18, 2022
Primary Code018
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class021 - 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 Codes002, 013, 023, 029, 030, 033, 040, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, October 18, 2022
Primary Code021
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class024 - Textiles and textile goods, not included in other classes; beds and table covers.
US Class Codes042, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, October 18, 2022
Primary Code024
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear.
US Class Codes022, 039
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, October 18, 2022
Primary Code025
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class028 - Games and playthings; gymnastic and sporting articles not included in other classes; decorations for Christmas trees.
US Class Codes022, 023, 038, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, October 18, 2022
Primary Code028
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class041 - Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities.
US Class Codes100, 101, 107
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, October 18, 2022
Primary Code041
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

Trademark Owner History


Party NameNintendo of America Inc.
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressRedmond, WA 98052

Party NameNintendo of America Inc.
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressRedmond, WA 98052

Party NameNintendo of America Inc.
Party Type11 - New Owner Before Publication
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressRedmond, WA 98052

Party NameNintendo Co., Ltd.
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressJP

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Monday, July 3, 2023NOTIFICATION PROCESSED BY IB
Sunday, June 11, 2023FINAL DISPOSITION NOTICE SENT TO IB
Sunday, June 11, 2023FINAL DISPOSITION PROCESSED
Thursday, June 8, 2023GRANT OF PROTECTION CREATED, TO BE SENT TO IB
Tuesday, May 9, 2023REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Tuesday, May 9, 2023NOTICE OF REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION EMAILED
Tuesday, February 21, 2023NOTIFICATION PROCESSED BY IB
Tuesday, February 21, 2023OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, February 21, 2023PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Wednesday, February 1, 2023NOTIFICATION OF POSSIBLE OPPOSITION SENT TO IB
Wednesday, February 1, 2023NOTICE OF START OF OPPOSITION PERIOD CREATED, TO BE SENT TO IB
Wednesday, February 1, 2023NOTIFICATION OF NOTICE OF PUBLICATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, December 13, 2022WITHDRAWN FROM PUB - OG REVIEW QUERY
Tuesday, November 29, 2022APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Thursday, November 17, 2022ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Thursday, November 10, 2022APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED
Thursday, November 10, 2022TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Thursday, November 10, 2022ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Thursday, November 10, 2022TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Thursday, November 10, 2022TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED
Thursday, October 27, 2022CHANGE OF OWNER RECEIVED FROM IB
Saturday, October 22, 2022APPLICATION FILING RECEIPT MAILED
Tuesday, October 18, 2022NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED
Monday, October 17, 2022LIMITATION FROM ORIGINAL APPLICATION ENTERED
Thursday, October 6, 2022SN ASSIGNED FOR SECT 66A APPL FROM IB