NC STATE Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Friday, March 4, 2011, a trademark application was filed for NC STATE with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the NC STATE trademark a serial number of 85257775. The federal status of this trademark filing is REGISTERED AND RENEWED as of Friday, June 2, 2023. This trademark is owned by North Carolina State University. The NC STATE trademark is filed in the Paper & Printed Material Products, Houseware & Glass Products, Clothing & Apparel Products, and Toys & Sporting Goods Products categories with the following description:

Toys and sporting goods, namely, footballs, basketballs, golf balls, golf bags, baseballs, soccer balls, [ flying discs, ] stuffed toys, board games, and Christmas tree ornaments

Decals, stickers, notebooks, folders, notepads, [ writing paper, envelopes, ] greeting cards, note cards, [ pens, pencils, bookcovers, bookends, ] posters, postcards, binders, notepad holders, [ notebook filler paper, ] paper napkins, paper placemats, coasters made of paper, newsletters and brochures concerning university activities and events

Clothing, namely, shirts, T-shirts, [ slacks, jeans, ] shorts, jackets, sweaters, parkas, shorts, jogging suits, sweatshirts, sweatpants, vests, neckties, rainwear, sport coats, sleepwear, underwear, socks, athletic jerseys, belts, headwear, and footwear

Drinking glasses, mugs, shot glasses, tankards, bowls, cups, portable coolers, thermal insulated beverage containers, [ pitchers, vases, ] plastic water bottles sold empty, [ vases, wastebaskets, ] coasters not of paper or table linens
nc state

General Information


Serial Number85257775
Word MarkNC STATE
Filing DateFriday, March 4, 2011
Status800 - REGISTERED AND RENEWED
Status DateFriday, June 2, 2023
Registration Number4246632
Registration DateTuesday, November 20, 2012
Mark Drawing3000 - Illustration: Drawing or design which also includes word(s) / letter(s) / number(s)
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, February 7, 2012

Trademark Statements


Description of MarkThe mark consists of a stylized drawing of the head of a wolf wearing a cap with "NC STATE" on the front.
Goods and ServicesToys and sporting goods, namely, footballs, basketballs, golf balls, golf bags, baseballs, soccer balls, [ flying discs, ] stuffed toys, board games, and Christmas tree ornaments
Goods and ServicesDecals, stickers, notebooks, folders, notepads, [ writing paper, envelopes, ] greeting cards, note cards, [ pens, pencils, bookcovers, bookends, ] posters, postcards, binders, notepad holders, [ notebook filler paper, ] paper napkins, paper placemats, coasters made of paper, newsletters and brochures concerning university activities and events
Pseudo MarkNORTH CAROLINA STATE
Goods and ServicesClothing, namely, shirts, T-shirts, [ slacks, jeans, ] shorts, jackets, sweaters, parkas, shorts, jogging suits, sweatshirts, sweatpants, vests, neckties, rainwear, sport coats, sleepwear, underwear, socks, athletic jerseys, belts, headwear, and footwear
Indication of Colors claimedColor is not claimed as a feature of the mark.
Goods and ServicesDrinking glasses, mugs, shot glasses, tankards, bowls, cups, portable coolers, thermal insulated beverage containers, [ pitchers, vases, ] plastic water bottles sold empty, [ vases, wastebaskets, ] coasters not of paper or table linens
Disclaimer with Predetermined Text"NC"

Classification Information


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 DateWednesday, March 9, 2011
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateFriday, July 1, 2005
First Use In Commerce DateFriday, July 1, 2005

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 DateWednesday, March 9, 2011
Primary Code021
First Use Anywhere DateFriday, July 1, 2005
First Use In Commerce DateFriday, July 1, 2005

International Class025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear.
US Class Codes022, 039
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, March 9, 2011
Primary Code025
First Use Anywhere DateFriday, July 1, 2005
First Use In Commerce DateFriday, July 1, 2005

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 DateWednesday, March 9, 2011
Primary Code028
First Use Anywhere DateFriday, July 1, 2005
First Use In Commerce DateFriday, July 1, 2005

Trademark Owner History


Party NameNorth Carolina State University
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
AddressRaleigh, NC 27695

Party NameNorth Carolina State University
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
AddressRaleigh, NC 27695

Party NameNorth Carolina State University
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
AddressRaleigh, NC 27695

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Friday, June 2, 2023NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED
Friday, June 2, 2023REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Friday, June 2, 2023REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED
Friday, June 2, 2023CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Wednesday, November 9, 2022TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Saturday, November 20, 2021COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED
Wednesday, October 9, 2019APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED
Wednesday, October 9, 2019TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED
Tuesday, October 8, 2019ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Tuesday, October 8, 2019TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Thursday, October 4, 2018NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 15 - E-MAILED
Thursday, October 4, 2018REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.
Thursday, October 4, 2018CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Tuesday, September 25, 2018TEAS SECTION 8 & 15 RECEIVED
Monday, November 20, 2017COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (6-YR) E-MAILED
Tuesday, May 20, 2014REVIEW OF CORRESPONDENCE COMPLETE - POWER OF ATTORNEY ENTERED
Tuesday, May 20, 2014TEAS WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY RECEIVED-FIRM RETAINS
Tuesday, May 20, 2014REVIEW OF CORRESPONDENCE COMPLETE - POWER OF ATTORNEY ENTERED
Tuesday, May 20, 2014TEAS WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY RECEIVED-FIRM RETAINS
Tuesday, November 20, 2012REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Tuesday, October 16, 2012NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF STATEMENT OF USE E-MAILED
Monday, October 15, 2012LAW OFFICE REGISTRATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Friday, October 12, 2012ALLOWED PRINCIPAL REGISTER - SOU ACCEPTED
Tuesday, October 2, 2012NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED
Monday, October 1, 2012STATEMENT OF USE PROCESSING COMPLETE
Friday, September 28, 2012USE AMENDMENT FILED
Monday, October 1, 2012SOU EXTENSION 1 GRANTED
Friday, September 28, 2012SOU EXTENSION 1 FILED
Monday, October 1, 2012CASE ASSIGNED TO INTENT TO USE PARALEGAL
Friday, September 28, 2012TEAS EXTENSION RECEIVED
Friday, September 28, 2012TEAS STATEMENT OF USE RECEIVED
Tuesday, April 3, 2012NOA E-MAILED - SOU REQUIRED FROM APPLICANT
Tuesday, February 7, 2012OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, February 7, 2012PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Wednesday, January 18, 2012NOTIFICATION OF NOTICE OF PUBLICATION E-MAILED
Wednesday, January 4, 2012LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Tuesday, January 3, 2012ASSIGNED TO LIE
Wednesday, December 14, 2011APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Wednesday, December 7, 2011TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Wednesday, December 7, 2011CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Wednesday, December 7, 2011TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
Wednesday, September 7, 2011ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Wednesday, September 7, 2011TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Wednesday, June 8, 2011NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Wednesday, June 8, 2011NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Wednesday, June 8, 2011NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Monday, June 6, 2011ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Thursday, March 10, 2011NOTICE OF DESIGN SEARCH CODE MAILED
Wednesday, March 9, 2011NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED
Tuesday, March 8, 2011NEW APPLICATION ENTERED