IU Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Wednesday, December 24, 2014, a trademark application was filed for IU with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the IU trademark a serial number of 86490056. The federal status of this trademark filing is SECTION 8 & 15 - ACCEPTED AND ACKNOWLEDGED as of Monday, August 29, 2022. This trademark is owned by The Trustees of Indiana University. The IU trademark is filed in the Jewelry Products, Paper & Printed Material Products, Leather Products, Furniture Products, Houseware & Glass Products, Clothing & Apparel Products, and Toys & Sporting Goods Products categories with the following description:

Animal products, namely, animal clothing, animal collars, and animal leashes; and bags and cases, namely, backpacks, business and credit card cases, drawstring bags, duffel bags, tote bags, luggage tags, athletic bags, beach bags, book bags, carry-on bags, fanny packs, umbrellas, handbags, luggage, toiletry cases sold empty, and wallets

Sporting goods and toys, namely, baseball bats, basketball goals, basketball backboards, billiard tables, dart boards, [ golf clubs, ] golf ball markers, golf club covers, golf tees, fishing lures, flying discs, carabineers, dog toys, [ dolls, ] swimming floats, fishing floats, bath toys; stuffed toy bears, plush toys, jigsaw puzzles, toy animals, balloons, board games, 3D puzzles, toy model train sets, Christmas tree ornaments, Christmas tree skirts; and balls, namely, baseballs, basketballs, billiard balls, [ bowling balls, ] footballs, playground balls, table tennis balls, and volleyballs; playing cards

Paper, cardboard, and goods made from these materials, namely, business cards, note cards, baby books, children's activity books, wall calendars, [ announcement cards, printed invitations, ] paper banners, art prints, paper pennants, paper gift wrap, [ paper gift wrap bows, ] paper napkins, paper coasters, paper table cloths, paper table linens; and office requisites, namely, pen and pencil cases, desk sets, desk pads, dry erase writing boards, [ paper bags, ] bank checks, check book covers, credit cards without magnetic coating, and book ends; money clips

Jewelry, namely, bracelets, wrist watches, necklaces, rings, pins, lapel pins; tie tacks; money clips; [ sun dials; ] decorative boxes of precious metal; and clocks, namely, desk clocks, alarm clocks, and wall clocks

Clothing, namely, polo shirts, sport shorts, jackets, vests, blazers, cardigans, coats, pants, jeans, leg warmers, leggings, shirts, dresses, pajamas, infant wear, cloth bibs, rainwear, caps, sun visors, athletic footwear, sandals, [ heels, ] gloves, headbands, ear muffs, aprons, bandanas, swimsuits, swim trunks, bathrobes, and belts

Household or kitchen utensils and containers, namely, ceramic steins, plates, serving trays, bakeware, cutting boards, decanters, [ cocktail shakers, ] decorative plates, lunch boxes, cake molds, ice cube molds, pitchers, salt shakers, [ commemorative plates, ] bottle openers, bottle stands, cleaning cloths, non-metal coin banks, tooth brushes, waste baskets, [ flower baskets, ] laundry baskets, picnic baskets sold empty, bird feeders; piggy banks; leather coasters; plastic coasters

Household articles, furniture, and decorations, namely, chairs, desk chairs, seat cushions, tables, mirrors, non-metal novelty license plates, picture frames, and [ inflatable plastic signs, ] and plastic key chains [ ; non-metal hardware, namely, carabiners of plastic ]
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General Information


Serial Number86490056
Word MarkIU
Filing DateWednesday, December 24, 2014
Status702 - SECTION 8 & 15 - ACCEPTED AND ACKNOWLEDGED
Status DateMonday, August 29, 2022
Registration Number4912172
Registration DateTuesday, March 8, 2016
Mark Drawing5000 - Drawing with word(s) / letter(s) / number(s) in Stylized form
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, December 22, 2015

Trademark Statements


Description of MarkThe mark consists of the interlocking of the letters "I" and "U".
Goods and ServicesAnimal products, namely, animal clothing, animal collars, and animal leashes; and bags and cases, namely, backpacks, business and credit card cases, drawstring bags, duffel bags, tote bags, luggage tags, athletic bags, beach bags, book bags, carry-on bags, fanny packs, umbrellas, handbags, luggage, toiletry cases sold empty, and wallets
Goods and ServicesSporting goods and toys, namely, baseball bats, basketball goals, basketball backboards, billiard tables, dart boards, [ golf clubs, ] golf ball markers, golf club covers, golf tees, fishing lures, flying discs, carabineers, dog toys, [ dolls, ] swimming floats, fishing floats, bath toys; stuffed toy bears, plush toys, jigsaw puzzles, toy animals, balloons, board games, 3D puzzles, toy model train sets, Christmas tree ornaments, Christmas tree skirts; and balls, namely, baseballs, basketballs, billiard balls, [ bowling balls, ] footballs, playground balls, table tennis balls, and volleyballs; playing cards
Goods and ServicesPaper, cardboard, and goods made from these materials, namely, business cards, note cards, baby books, children's activity books, wall calendars, [ announcement cards, printed invitations, ] paper banners, art prints, paper pennants, paper gift wrap, [ paper gift wrap bows, ] paper napkins, paper coasters, paper table cloths, paper table linens; and office requisites, namely, pen and pencil cases, desk sets, desk pads, dry erase writing boards, [ paper bags, ] bank checks, check book covers, credit cards without magnetic coating, and book ends; money clips
Pseudo MarkINDIANA UNIVERSITY
Goods and ServicesJewelry, namely, bracelets, wrist watches, necklaces, rings, pins, lapel pins; tie tacks; money clips; [ sun dials; ] decorative boxes of precious metal; and clocks, namely, desk clocks, alarm clocks, and wall clocks
Goods and ServicesClothing, namely, polo shirts, sport shorts, jackets, vests, blazers, cardigans, coats, pants, jeans, leg warmers, leggings, shirts, dresses, pajamas, infant wear, cloth bibs, rainwear, caps, sun visors, athletic footwear, sandals, [ heels, ] gloves, headbands, ear muffs, aprons, bandanas, swimsuits, swim trunks, bathrobes, and belts
Indication of Colors claimedColor is not claimed as a feature of the mark.
Goods and ServicesHousehold or kitchen utensils and containers, namely, ceramic steins, plates, serving trays, bakeware, cutting boards, decanters, [ cocktail shakers, ] decorative plates, lunch boxes, cake molds, ice cube molds, pitchers, salt shakers, [ commemorative plates, ] bottle openers, bottle stands, cleaning cloths, non-metal coin banks, tooth brushes, waste baskets, [ flower baskets, ] laundry baskets, picnic baskets sold empty, bird feeders; piggy banks; leather coasters; plastic coasters
Goods and ServicesHousehold articles, furniture, and decorations, namely, chairs, desk chairs, seat cushions, tables, mirrors, non-metal novelty license plates, picture frames, and [ inflatable plastic signs, ] and plastic key chains [ ; non-metal hardware, namely, carabiners of plastic ]

Classification Information


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 DateMonday, January 5, 2015
Primary Code014
First Use Anywhere DateThursday, March 28, 2002
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, March 28, 2002

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 DateMonday, January 5, 2015
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateThursday, March 28, 2002
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, March 28, 2002

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 DateMonday, January 5, 2015
Primary Code018
First Use Anywhere DateThursday, March 28, 2002
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, March 28, 2002

International Class020 - Furniture, mirrors, picture frames; goods (not included in other classes) of wood, cork, reed, cane, wicker, horn, bone, ivory, whalebone, shell, amber, mother-of-pearl, meerschaum and substitutes for all these materials, or of plastics.
US Class Codes002, 013, 022, 025, 032, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateMonday, January 5, 2015
Primary Code020
First Use Anywhere DateThursday, March 28, 2002
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, March 28, 2002

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 DateMonday, January 5, 2015
Primary Code021
First Use Anywhere DateThursday, March 28, 2002
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, March 28, 2002

International Class025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear.
US Class Codes022, 039
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateMonday, January 5, 2015
Primary Code025
First Use Anywhere DateThursday, March 28, 2002
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, March 28, 2002

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 DateMonday, January 5, 2015
Primary Code028
First Use Anywhere DateThursday, March 28, 2002
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, March 28, 2002

Trademark Owner History


Party NameThe Trustees of Indiana University
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
AddressBloomington, IN 47405

Party NameThe Trustees of Indiana University
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
AddressBloomington, IN 47405

Party NameThe Trustees of Indiana University
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
AddressBloomington, IN 47405

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Monday, August 29, 2022NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 15 - E-MAILED
Monday, August 29, 2022REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.
Monday, August 29, 2022CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Tuesday, March 8, 2022TEAS SECTION 8 & 15 RECEIVED
Monday, March 8, 2021COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (6-YR) E-MAILED
Wednesday, December 2, 2020NOTICE OF SUIT
Tuesday, January 22, 2019NOTICE OF SUIT
Tuesday, March 8, 2016REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Tuesday, December 22, 2015OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, December 22, 2015PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Wednesday, December 2, 2015NOTIFICATION OF NOTICE OF PUBLICATION E-MAILED
Wednesday, November 18, 2015LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Tuesday, November 17, 2015APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Tuesday, November 17, 2015EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT ENTERED
Tuesday, November 17, 2015NOTIFICATION OF EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Tuesday, November 17, 2015EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Tuesday, November 17, 2015EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN
Tuesday, November 17, 2015PREVIOUS ALLOWANCE COUNT WITHDRAWN
Tuesday, November 10, 2015WITHDRAWN FROM PUB - OG REVIEW QUERY
Wednesday, October 28, 2015LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Tuesday, October 20, 2015ASSIGNED TO LIE
Thursday, September 17, 2015APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Tuesday, September 15, 2015TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Tuesday, September 15, 2015CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Tuesday, September 15, 2015TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
Tuesday, March 31, 2015NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Tuesday, March 31, 2015NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Tuesday, March 31, 2015NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Saturday, March 28, 2015ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Tuesday, January 6, 2015NOTICE OF PSEUDO MARK E-MAILED
Monday, January 5, 2015NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED
Saturday, December 27, 2014NEW APPLICATION ENTERED