MINI Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Tuesday, March 20, 2007, a trademark application was filed for MINI with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the MINI trademark a serial number of 79038298. The federal status of this trademark filing is SECTION 71 ACCEPTED as of Thursday, August 9, 2018. This trademark is owned by Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft. The MINI trademark is filed in the Paint Products, Vehicles & Locomotive Products, Paper & Printed Material Products, Leather Products, Construction & Repair Services, Transportation & Storage Services, Education & Entertainment Services, and Computer & Software Services & Scientific Services categories with the following description:

Organization of and participation in automobile races; organization of automobile owner and enthusiast clubs; providing entertainment, namely, conducting music concerts, [ dance events, fashion shows, ] and automobile exhibitions; entertainment in the form of live or recorded visual and audio performances, [ entertainment in the nature of amusement park rides; ] providing information in the field of automobile history; driver safety training services; vehicle-driving instruction

Wallets, purses, backpacks, traveling bags, overnight cases, handbags, umbrellas, luggage and key cases

Vehicle towing [ ; motor vehicle rentals ]

Paper; goods made from paper and cardboard, namely, cases and bags for packaging, badges, stickers, and labels; self-adhesive plastic foils for decorative purposes; printed matter, namely, brochures, booklets, newsletters, catalogues and flyers featuring information regarding automobiles, automobile parts and accessories; photographs; stationery; printed instructional and teaching materials in the field of automotive sales, repair, racing, restoration, customizing and maintenance; plastic materials for packaging, namely, bags and bubble packs; books and magazines in the field of automobiles and travel

Repair and maintenance of motor vehicles, engines and motors, and parts thereof; cleaning of motor vehicles

Paints, varnishes, lacquers for automobiles

Land vehicles and parts thereof, namely, motors and engines, couplings and transmission components, brakes, chassis, directional signals, vehicle axles, gears, vehicle seats, suspensions, window panes, windshields, transmissions, horns, car bodies, steering wheels, wheels, spoilers, rims for vehicle wheels, rearview and side view mirrors, shock absorbers, vehicle bumpers, anti-burglar and anti-theft security devices, bicycle holders and bicycle lifts, roof racks, anti-skid chains, straps and clamps, head rests, air pumps, mudguards, safety belts and air bags, safety seats for children, ski carriers, sun visors, screens and blinds

[ Restaurants, cocktail lounges, bar services; providing temporary accommodation ]
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General Information


Serial Number79038298
Word MarkMINI
Filing DateTuesday, March 20, 2007
Status706 - SECTION 71 ACCEPTED
Status DateThursday, August 9, 2018
Registration Number3462517
Registration DateTuesday, July 8, 2008
Mark Drawing3 - Illustration: Drawing or design which also includes word(s) / letter(s) / number(s)
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, April 22, 2008

Trademark Statements


Goods and ServicesOrganization of and participation in automobile races; organization of automobile owner and enthusiast clubs; providing entertainment, namely, conducting music concerts, [ dance events, fashion shows, ] and automobile exhibitions; entertainment in the form of live or recorded visual and audio performances, [ entertainment in the nature of amusement park rides; ] providing information in the field of automobile history; driver safety training services; vehicle-driving instruction
Certificate of Correction for RegistrationPage 1, In the statement, Column 1, line 36, "PADS" should be deleted, and "PARTS" should be inserted.
Goods and ServicesWallets, purses, backpacks, traveling bags, overnight cases, handbags, umbrellas, luggage and key cases
Goods and ServicesVehicle towing [ ; motor vehicle rentals ]
Goods and ServicesPaper; goods made from paper and cardboard, namely, cases and bags for packaging, badges, stickers, and labels; self-adhesive plastic foils for decorative purposes; printed matter, namely, brochures, booklets, newsletters, catalogues and flyers featuring information regarding automobiles, automobile parts and accessories; photographs; stationery; printed instructional and teaching materials in the field of automotive sales, repair, racing, restoration, customizing and maintenance; plastic materials for packaging, namely, bags and bubble packs; books and magazines in the field of automobiles and travel
Goods and ServicesRepair and maintenance of motor vehicles, engines and motors, and parts thereof; cleaning of motor vehicles
Indication of Colors claimedColor is not claimed as a feature of the mark.
Goods and ServicesPaints, varnishes, lacquers for automobiles
Goods and ServicesLand vehicles and parts thereof, namely, motors and engines, couplings and transmission components, brakes, chassis, directional signals, vehicle axles, gears, vehicle seats, suspensions, window panes, windshields, transmissions, horns, car bodies, steering wheels, wheels, spoilers, rims for vehicle wheels, rearview and side view mirrors, shock absorbers, vehicle bumpers, anti-burglar and anti-theft security devices, bicycle holders and bicycle lifts, roof racks, anti-skid chains, straps and clamps, head rests, air pumps, mudguards, safety belts and air bags, safety seats for children, ski carriers, sun visors, screens and blinds
Goods and Services[ Restaurants, cocktail lounges, bar services; providing temporary accommodation ]

Classification Information


International Class002 - Paints, varnishes, lacquers; preservatives against rust and against deterioration of wood; colorants; mordants; raw natural resins; metals in foil and powder form for painters, decorators, printers and artists.
US Class Codes006, 011, 016
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, June 21, 2007
Primary Code002
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class012 - Vehicles; apparatus for locomotion by land, air, or water.
US Class Codes019, 021, 023, 031, 035, 044
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, June 21, 2007
Primary Code012
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 DateThursday, June 21, 2007
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 DateThursday, June 21, 2007
Primary Code018
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class037 - Building construction; repair; installation services.
US Class Codes100, 103, 106
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, June 21, 2007
Primary Code037
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class039 - Transport; packaging and storage of goods; travel arrangement.
US Class Codes100, 105
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateThursday, June 21, 2007
Primary Code039
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 DateThursday, June 21, 2007
Primary Code041
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

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 CodeG - NOT AVAILABLE
Class Status DateFriday, September 12, 2014
Primary Code042
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

Trademark Owner History


Party NameBayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
Address80809 München
DE

Party NameBayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
AddressDE

Party NameBayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
AddressDE

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Thursday, June 28, 2007ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Thursday, June 14, 2007SN ASSIGNED FOR SECT 66A SUBSEQ DESIG FROM IB
Tuesday, June 19, 2007LIMITATION OF GOODS/SERVICES FROM IB ENTERED
Thursday, June 21, 2007NEW APPLICATION ENTERED
Thursday, June 28, 2007NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Friday, June 29, 2007NON-FINAL ACTION (IB REFUSAL) PREPARED FOR REVIEW
Friday, June 29, 2007REFUSAL PROCESSED BY MPU
Friday, June 29, 2007NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED - REFUSAL SENT TO IB
Friday, July 20, 2007REFUSAL PROCESSED BY IB
Thursday, October 4, 2007CORRECTION TRANSACTION RECEIVED FROM IB
Monday, November 12, 2007FAX RECEIVED
Friday, December 21, 2007ASSIGNED TO LIE
Friday, December 21, 2007CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Friday, December 21, 2007AMENDMENT FROM APPLICANT ENTERED
Friday, December 21, 2007APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Wednesday, December 26, 2007LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Thursday, January 3, 2008WITHDRAWN FROM PUB - OG REVIEW QUERY
Tuesday, January 15, 2008FAX RECEIVED
Thursday, February 7, 2008TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
Monday, January 28, 2008PREVIOUS ALLOWANCE COUNT WITHDRAWN
Monday, January 28, 2008NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Tuesday, January 29, 2008NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED
Thursday, February 7, 2008CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Thursday, February 7, 2008AMENDMENT FROM APPLICANT ENTERED
Friday, February 8, 2008FINAL REFUSAL WRITTEN
Monday, February 11, 2008FINAL REFUSAL MAILED
Wednesday, February 13, 2008TEAS REQUEST FOR RECONSIDERATION RECEIVED
Wednesday, February 13, 2008CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Wednesday, February 13, 2008TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Saturday, February 16, 2008APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Tuesday, February 19, 2008LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Monday, March 3, 2008WITHDRAWN FROM PUB - OG REVIEW QUERY
Wednesday, April 2, 2008NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
Tuesday, April 22, 2008PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Tuesday, July 8, 2008REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Monday, September 22, 2008TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Monday, September 22, 2008ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Wednesday, October 8, 2008FINAL DISPOSITION NOTICE CREATED, TO BE SENT TO IB
Friday, October 24, 2008FINAL DISPOSITION PROCESSED
Friday, October 24, 2008FINAL DISPOSITION NOTICE SENT TO IB
Friday, October 16, 2009INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION RENEWED
Wednesday, January 20, 2010NOTICE OF SUIT
Thursday, April 22, 2010DEATH OF INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION
Saturday, December 29, 2012FINAL DECISION TRANSACTION PROCESSED BY IB
Tuesday, June 24, 2014TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Thursday, July 31, 2014CORRECTION TRANSACTION RECEIVED FROM IB
Thursday, August 7, 2014CORRECTION FROM IB ENTERED - NO REVIEW REQUIRED
Wednesday, September 10, 2014TEAS SECTION 71 & 15 RECEIVED
Friday, September 12, 2014CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Friday, September 12, 2014REGISTERED - PARTIAL SEC. 71 ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.
Friday, September 12, 2014NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 71 & 15 - E-MAILED
Tuesday, May 12, 2015PARTIAL INVALIDATION OF REG EXT PROTECTION CREATED
Friday, July 31, 2015INVALIDATION PROCESSED
Friday, July 31, 2015PARTIAL INVALIDATION OF REG EXT PROTECTION SENT TO IB
Friday, August 21, 2015PARTIAL INVALIDATION PROCESSED BY THE IB
Wednesday, April 20, 2016NOTICE OF SUIT
Wednesday, April 20, 2016NOTICE OF SUIT
Friday, December 16, 2016CORRECTION TRANSACTION RECEIVED FROM IB
Monday, February 6, 2017CORRECTION FROM THE IB EXAMINED, NO ACTION IS NEEDED
Wednesday, April 19, 2017NOTICE OF SUIT
Wednesday, April 19, 2017NOTICE OF SUIT
Tuesday, June 6, 2017NOTICE OF SUIT
Tuesday, June 6, 2017NOTICE OF SUIT
Monday, June 26, 2017NOTICE OF SUIT
Monday, June 26, 2017NOTICE OF SUIT
Friday, July 6, 2018TEAS SECTION 71 RECEIVED
Saturday, July 8, 2017COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 71 (10-YR) E-MAILED
Monday, February 26, 2018NOTICE OF SUIT
Monday, February 26, 2018NOTICE OF SUIT
Wednesday, July 11, 2018TEAS SECTION 7 REQUEST RECEIVED
Monday, August 6, 2018CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Thursday, August 9, 2018CORRECTION UNDER SECTION 7 - PROCESSED
Thursday, August 9, 2018REGISTERED-SEC.71 ACCEPTED
Thursday, August 9, 2018NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 71 - MAILED
Tuesday, April 9, 2019PARTIAL INVALIDATION OF REG EXT PROTECTION CREATED
Wednesday, April 24, 2019INVALIDATION PROCESSED
Thursday, April 25, 2019PARTIAL INVALIDATION OF REG EXT PROTECTION SENT TO IB
Tuesday, July 2, 2019NOTICE OF SUIT
Thursday, July 18, 2019PARTIAL INVALIDATION PROCESSED BY THE IB
Wednesday, January 15, 2020INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION RENEWED
Friday, April 3, 2020NOTICE OF SUIT