GFS Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Tuesday, September 30, 1986, a trademark application was filed for GFS with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the GFS trademark a serial number of 73623331. The federal status of this trademark filing is REGISTERED AND RENEWED as of Monday, March 26, 2018. This trademark is owned by GORDON FOOD SERVICE, INC.. The GFS trademark is filed in the Cosmetics & Cleaning Products, Hand Tool Products, Paper & Printed Material Products, Houseware & Glass Products, Meat & Processed Food Products, Staple Food Products, Natural Agricultural Products, Light Beverage Products, Advertising, Business and Retail Services, and Computer & Software Services & Scientific Services categories with the following description:

COFFEE; CHOCOLATE AND BUTTERSCOTCH ICE CREAM TOPPINGS; BREAD; ROLLS; NACHO CHIPS; PREPARED BATTER MIXES FOR WAFFLES, PANCAKES AND BAKED GOODS; BAKING SODA; SUGAR; HONEY; SPICES; SEASONINGS; HORSERADISH; WORCHESTERSHIRE SAUCE; TOMATO AND PIZZA SAUCES; PASTA; PREPARED PASTA ENTREE DISHES; MARSHMALLOWS; MACARONI AND PASTA SALADS

CUTLERY, NAMELY, KNIVES, FORKS, AND SPOONS

MEAT; FISH; POULTRY; MEAT EXTRACTS; [ SOUP BASES; ] COOKED FRUITS AND VEGETABLES; JELLIES; CHEESES; VEGETABLE-BASED NON-DAIRY CREAMERS; SHORTENING; COOKING OILS; PICKLES; OLIVES; PREPARED NUTS; POTATO, VEGETABLE AND FRUIT SALADS; COLESLAW; SALAD DRESSINGS; MAYONNAISE; PEANUT BUTTER; FRUIT ICE CREAM TOPPINGS; FRUIT BASED PIE FILLINGS; PREPARED MEAT ENTREE DISHES; CHILI; AND POTATO CHIPS

PAPER PRODUCTS, NAMELY, PAPER TOWELS, PAPER NAPKINS, PAPER TABLE COVERS, AND PAPER FOOD BAGS, PAPER PLACEMATS

[ HAND, DISHWASHING, AND GENERAL PURPOSE SOAPS AND DETERGENTS; LAUNDRY BLEACHES AND PRESPOTTERS; GLASS CLEANERS; LIME SOLVENTS; OVEN CLEANERS; DISHWASHING RINSE SOLUTIONS; TOILET BOWL CLEANERS; AND PREMOISTENED CLEANSING TOWELETTES ]

[ BUSINESS CONSULTING SERVICES RELATING TO THE OPERATION OF FOOD SERVICES ESTABLISHMENTS ]

PAPER PLATES, CUPS, AND FOOD CONTAINERS; PLASTIC HOT DRINK CUPS; SCOURING PADS [ ; AND GLOVES FOR HOUSEHOLD PURPOSES ]

FRUIT JUICES; FRUIT FLAVORED DRINK MIXES; AND VEGETABLE JUICES

FRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

[ WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DISTRIBUTORSHIP SERVICES SPECIALIZING IN FOODS AND BEVERAGES AND RELATED FOOD SERVICE PRODUCTS ]
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General Information


Serial Number73623331
Word MarkGFS
Filing DateTuesday, September 30, 1986
Status800 - REGISTERED AND RENEWED
Status DateMonday, March 26, 2018
Registration Number1500088
Registration DateTuesday, August 16, 1988
Mark Drawing1000 - Typeset: Word(s) / letter(s) / number(s)
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, May 24, 1988

Trademark Statements


Goods and ServicesCOFFEE; CHOCOLATE AND BUTTERSCOTCH ICE CREAM TOPPINGS; BREAD; ROLLS; NACHO CHIPS; PREPARED BATTER MIXES FOR WAFFLES, PANCAKES AND BAKED GOODS; BAKING SODA; SUGAR; HONEY; SPICES; SEASONINGS; HORSERADISH; WORCHESTERSHIRE SAUCE; TOMATO AND PIZZA SAUCES; PASTA; PREPARED PASTA ENTREE DISHES; MARSHMALLOWS; MACARONI AND PASTA SALADS
Goods and ServicesCUTLERY, NAMELY, KNIVES, FORKS, AND SPOONS
Goods and ServicesMEAT; FISH; POULTRY; MEAT EXTRACTS; [ SOUP BASES; ] COOKED FRUITS AND VEGETABLES; JELLIES; CHEESES; VEGETABLE-BASED NON-DAIRY CREAMERS; SHORTENING; COOKING OILS; PICKLES; OLIVES; PREPARED NUTS; POTATO, VEGETABLE AND FRUIT SALADS; COLESLAW; SALAD DRESSINGS; MAYONNAISE; PEANUT BUTTER; FRUIT ICE CREAM TOPPINGS; FRUIT BASED PIE FILLINGS; PREPARED MEAT ENTREE DISHES; CHILI; AND POTATO CHIPS
Goods and ServicesPAPER PRODUCTS, NAMELY, PAPER TOWELS, PAPER NAPKINS, PAPER TABLE COVERS, AND PAPER FOOD BAGS, PAPER PLACEMATS
Goods and Services[ HAND, DISHWASHING, AND GENERAL PURPOSE SOAPS AND DETERGENTS; LAUNDRY BLEACHES AND PRESPOTTERS; GLASS CLEANERS; LIME SOLVENTS; OVEN CLEANERS; DISHWASHING RINSE SOLUTIONS; TOILET BOWL CLEANERS; AND PREMOISTENED CLEANSING TOWELETTES ]
Goods and Services[ BUSINESS CONSULTING SERVICES RELATING TO THE OPERATION OF FOOD SERVICES ESTABLISHMENTS ]
Goods and ServicesPAPER PLATES, CUPS, AND FOOD CONTAINERS; PLASTIC HOT DRINK CUPS; SCOURING PADS [ ; AND GLOVES FOR HOUSEHOLD PURPOSES ]
Goods and ServicesFRUIT JUICES; FRUIT FLAVORED DRINK MIXES; AND VEGETABLE JUICES
Goods and ServicesFRESH FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
Goods and Services[ WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DISTRIBUTORSHIP SERVICES SPECIALIZING IN FOODS AND BEVERAGES AND RELATED FOOD SERVICE PRODUCTS ]

Classification Information


International Class003 - Bleaching preparations and other substances for laundry use; cleaning, polishing, scouring and abrasive preparations; soaps; perfumery, essential oils, cosmetics, hair lotions; dentifrices.
US Class Codes001, 004, 006, 050, 051, 052
Class Status CodeB - Sec. 8 - Class(es) in a Multiple Class registration
Class Status DateMonday, March 26, 2018
Primary Code003
First Use Anywhere DateFriday, November 30, 1973
First Use In Commerce DateFriday, November 30, 1973

International Class008 - Hand tools and implements (hand-operated); cutlery; side arms; razors.
US Class Codes023
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, November 4, 1986
Primary Code008
First Use Anywhere DateWednesday, November 30, 1977
First Use In Commerce DateWednesday, November 30, 1977

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, 037
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, November 4, 1986
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, November 30, 1980
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, November 30, 1980

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, November 4, 1986
Primary Code021
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, November 30, 1980
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, November 30, 1980

International Class029 - 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 Codes046
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, November 4, 1986
Primary Code029
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, November 30, 1969
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, November 30, 1969

International Class030 - 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 Codes046
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, November 4, 1986
Primary Code030
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, November 30, 1969
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, November 30, 1969

International Class031 - 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 Codes046
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, November 4, 1986
Primary Code031
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, November 30, 1975
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, November 30, 1975

International Class032 - Beers; mineral and aerated waters and other nonalcoholic drinks; fruit drinks and fruit juices; syrups and other preparations for making beverages.
US Class Codes045, 046
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, November 4, 1986
Primary Code032
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, November 30, 1969
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, November 30, 1969

International Class035 - Advertising; business management; business administration; office functions.
US Class Codes100, 101, 102
Class Status CodeB - Sec. 8 - Class(es) in a Multiple Class registration
Class Status DateMonday, March 26, 2018
Primary Code035
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, November 30, 1941
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, November 30, 1941

International Class042 - Scientific and technological services and research and design relating thereto; industrial analysis and research services; design and development of computer hardware and software.
US Class Codes100, 101
Class Status CodeB - Sec. 8 - Class(es) in a Multiple Class registration
Class Status DateMonday, March 26, 2018
Primary Code042
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, November 30, 1941
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, November 30, 1941

Trademark Owner History


Party NameGORDON FOOD SERVICE, INC.
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressWyoming, MI 49509

Party NameGORDON FOOD SERVICE, INC.
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressGRAND RAPIDS, MI 49508

Party NameGORDON FOOD SERVICE, INC.
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressGRAND RAPIDS, MI 49508

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Tuesday, January 24, 2023TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Tuesday, January 24, 2023TEAS WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY RECEIVED-FIRM RETAINS
Tuesday, January 24, 2023ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Tuesday, January 24, 2023TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Monday, March 26, 2018NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 - E-MAILED
Monday, March 26, 2018REGISTERED AND RENEWED (SECOND RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Monday, March 26, 2018REGISTERED - SEC. 9 GRANTED/CHECK RECORD FOR SEC. 8
Monday, March 26, 2018REGISTERED - PARTIAL SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED
Monday, March 26, 2018CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Tuesday, March 13, 2018TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Tuesday, March 13, 2018TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Wednesday, August 16, 2017COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED
Monday, September 29, 2014ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Monday, September 29, 2014TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Tuesday, March 31, 2009TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Thursday, September 11, 2008REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Thursday, September 11, 2008REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED
Thursday, August 21, 2008ASSIGNED TO PARALEGAL
Friday, August 15, 2008TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Monday, July 21, 2008CASE FILE IN TICRS
Monday, March 31, 2008TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Monday, January 31, 2005TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Sunday, July 23, 1995REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.
Tuesday, August 16, 1994REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) & SEC. 15 FILED
Tuesday, August 16, 1988REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Tuesday, May 24, 1988PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Friday, April 22, 1988NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
Wednesday, March 16, 1988APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Monday, February 22, 1988CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Thursday, August 20, 1987FINAL REFUSAL MAILED
Monday, July 6, 1987CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Friday, January 2, 1987NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Tuesday, December 16, 1986ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER