SPECIAL VALUE Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Friday, April 9, 2004, a trademark application was filed for SPECIAL VALUE with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the SPECIAL VALUE trademark a serial number of 78399682. The federal status of this trademark filing is REGISTERED AND RENEWED as of Wednesday, July 29, 2015. This trademark is owned by Unified Western Grocers, Inc.. The SPECIAL VALUE trademark is filed in the Chemical Products, Cosmetics & Cleaning Products, Lubricant & Fuel Products, Metal Products, Hand Tool Products, Paper & Printed Material Products, Houseware & Glass Products, Meat & Processed Food Products, Staple Food Products, Natural Agricultural Products, Light Beverage Products, and Smoker's Products categories with the following description:

KETCHUP, RICE, MUSTARD, VINEGAR, PASTA, BREAKFAST CEREAL, CRACKERS, COOKIES, FLOUR, SUGAR, PEPPER, SPICES, SEASONINGS, HONEY, [ COCOA MIXES, ] TEA, MARSHMALLOWS, PIZZA, BARBEQUE SAUCE, MAYONNAISE, SALAD DRESSINGS, TOMATO SAUCE, [ RELISH, ] MACARONI AND CHEESE, [ UNPOPPED POPCORN, ] PANCAKE AND WAFFLE SYRUP

PLASTIC CUTLERY

MEAT; [ LUNCHEON MEATS; ] [ BACON; ] FROZEN FISH, FRUIT AND VEGETABLES; CANNED FRUIT AND VEGETABLES, JELLY, FRUIT PRESERVES, [ CANNED PORK AND BEANS, ] VEGETABLE OIL, SHORTENING, NON-DAIRY CREAMER, PEANUT BUTTER, [ PICKLES, ] MARGARINE, CREAM CHEESE, CHEESE, IMITATION CHEESE SLICES, CHEESE SUBSTITUTE FOR USE AS PIZZA TOPPING AND CHEESE SUBSTITUTE FOR USE AS TACO TOPPING

ALUMINUM FOIL

BATHROOM AND FACIAL TISSUE, PAPER NAPKINS, PAPER TOWELS, SANDWICH BAGS, TRASH BAGS AND GENERAL PURPOSE PLASTIC BAGS

[ MOTOR OIL ]

[ LAUNDRY DETERGENT AND ] BLEACH, [ FABRIC SOFTENER SHEETS, ] FABRIC SOFTENER RINSE

[ TRANSMISSION FLUID ]

MATCHES

PLASTIC CUPS, PAPER PLATES

FRUIT JUICE, FRUIT DRINKS

PET LITTER AND PET FOOD
special value

General Information


Serial Number78399682
Word MarkSPECIAL VALUE
Filing DateFriday, April 9, 2004
Status800 - REGISTERED AND RENEWED
Status DateWednesday, July 29, 2015
Registration Number2975990
Registration DateTuesday, July 26, 2005
Mark Drawing4 - Illustration: Drawing with word(s) / letter(s) / number(s) in Block form
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, May 3, 2005

Trademark Statements


Goods and ServicesKETCHUP, RICE, MUSTARD, VINEGAR, PASTA, BREAKFAST CEREAL, CRACKERS, COOKIES, FLOUR, SUGAR, PEPPER, SPICES, SEASONINGS, HONEY, [ COCOA MIXES, ] TEA, MARSHMALLOWS, PIZZA, BARBEQUE SAUCE, MAYONNAISE, SALAD DRESSINGS, TOMATO SAUCE, [ RELISH, ] MACARONI AND CHEESE, [ UNPOPPED POPCORN, ] PANCAKE AND WAFFLE SYRUP
Goods and ServicesPLASTIC CUTLERY
Goods and ServicesMEAT; [ LUNCHEON MEATS; ] [ BACON; ] FROZEN FISH, FRUIT AND VEGETABLES; CANNED FRUIT AND VEGETABLES, JELLY, FRUIT PRESERVES, [ CANNED PORK AND BEANS, ] VEGETABLE OIL, SHORTENING, NON-DAIRY CREAMER, PEANUT BUTTER, [ PICKLES, ] MARGARINE, CREAM CHEESE, CHEESE, IMITATION CHEESE SLICES, CHEESE SUBSTITUTE FOR USE AS PIZZA TOPPING AND CHEESE SUBSTITUTE FOR USE AS TACO TOPPING
Goods and ServicesALUMINUM FOIL
Goods and ServicesBATHROOM AND FACIAL TISSUE, PAPER NAPKINS, PAPER TOWELS, SANDWICH BAGS, TRASH BAGS AND GENERAL PURPOSE PLASTIC BAGS
Goods and Services[ MOTOR OIL ]
Goods and Services[ LAUNDRY DETERGENT AND ] BLEACH, [ FABRIC SOFTENER SHEETS, ] FABRIC SOFTENER RINSE
Goods and Services[ TRANSMISSION FLUID ]
Goods and ServicesMATCHES
Goods and ServicesPLASTIC CUPS, PAPER PLATES
Goods and ServicesFRUIT JUICE, FRUIT DRINKS
Goods and ServicesPET LITTER AND PET FOOD

Classification Information


International Class001 - Chemicals used in industry, science and photography, as well as in agriculture, horticulture and forestry; unprocessed artificial resins; unprocessed plastics; manures; fire extinguishing compositions; tempering and soldering preparations; chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; tanning substances; adhesives used in industry.
US Class Codes001, 005, 006, 010, 026, 046
Class Status CodeB - Sec. 8 - Class(es) in a Multiple Class registration
Class Status DateTuesday, September 6, 2011
Primary Code001
First Use Anywhere DateSunday, March 8, 1992
First Use In Commerce DateSunday, March 8, 1992

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 Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, April 21, 2004
Primary Code003
First Use Anywhere DateWednesday, November 30, 1988
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, November 30, 1989

International Class004 - Industrial oils and greases; lubricants; dust absorbing, wetting and binding compositions; fuels (including motor spirit) and illuminants; candles and wicks for lighting.
US Class Codes001, 006, 015
Class Status CodeB - Sec. 8 - Class(es) in a Multiple Class registration
Class Status DateTuesday, September 6, 2011
Primary Code004
First Use Anywhere DateWednesday, November 30, 1988
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, November 30, 1989

International Class006 - Common metals and their alloys; metal building materials; transportable buildings of metal; materials of metal for railway tracks; nonelectric cables and wires of common metal; ironmongery, small items of metal hardware; pipes and tubes of metal; safes; goods of common metal not included in other classes; ores.
US Class Codes002, 012, 013, 014, 023, 025, 050
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, April 21, 2004
Primary Code006
First Use Anywhere DateWednesday, November 30, 1988
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, November 30, 1989

International Class008 - Hand tools and implements (hand-operated); cutlery; side arms; razors.
US Class Codes023, 028, 044
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, April 21, 2004
Primary Code008
First Use Anywhere DateWednesday, November 30, 1988
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, November 30, 1989

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, April 21, 2004
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateWednesday, November 30, 1988
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, November 30, 1989

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, April 21, 2004
Primary Code021
First Use Anywhere DateWednesday, November 30, 1988
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, November 30, 1989

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 DateWednesday, April 21, 2004
Primary Code029
First Use Anywhere DateThursday, November 30, 1972
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, November 30, 1972

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 DateWednesday, April 21, 2004
Primary Code030
First Use Anywhere DateWednesday, November 30, 1988
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, November 30, 1989

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 Codes001, 046
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, April 21, 2004
Primary Code031
First Use Anywhere DateWednesday, November 30, 1988
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, November 30, 1989

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, 048
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, April 21, 2004
Primary Code032
First Use Anywhere DateWednesday, November 30, 1988
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, November 30, 1989

International Class034 - Tobacco; smokers' articles; matches.
US Class Codes002, 008, 009, 017
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, April 21, 2004
Primary Code034
First Use Anywhere DateWednesday, November 30, 1988
First Use In Commerce DateThursday, November 30, 1989

Trademark Owner History


Party NameUNFI GROCERS DISTRIBUTION, INC.
Party Type33 - New Owner After Registration
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressEDEN PRAIRIE, MN 55344

Party NameUNIFIED GROCERS, INC.
Party Type32 - New Owner After Registration
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressCommerce, CA 90040

Party NameUNIFIED GROCERS, INC.
Party Type31 - New Owner After Registration
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressCOMMERCE, CA 90040

Party NameUnified Western Grocers, Inc.
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressCommerce, CA 90040

Party NameUnified Western Grocers, Inc.
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressCommerce, CA 90040

Party NameUnified Western Grocers, Inc.
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type03 - Corporation
AddressCommerce, CA 90040

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Monday, November 1, 2004ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Wednesday, April 21, 2004NEW APPLICATION ENTERED
Tuesday, November 23, 2004APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Thursday, January 27, 2005EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Sunday, November 14, 2004NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Sunday, November 14, 2004NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Tuesday, November 23, 2004EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN
Tuesday, November 23, 2004EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Monday, November 29, 2004ASSIGNED TO LIE
Thursday, December 2, 2004LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Saturday, January 22, 2005PREVIOUS ALLOWANCE COUNT WITHDRAWN
Thursday, January 27, 2005EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN
Wednesday, April 13, 2005NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
Tuesday, May 3, 2005PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Tuesday, July 26, 2005REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Thursday, February 12, 2009AUTOMATIC UPDATE OF ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP
Tuesday, July 26, 2011REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) & SEC. 15 FILED
Thursday, January 27, 2005APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Monday, January 31, 2005ASSIGNED TO LIE
Monday, February 14, 2005LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Wednesday, March 26, 2008AUTOMATIC UPDATE OF ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP
Tuesday, July 26, 2011TEAS SECTION 8 & 15 RECEIVED
Tuesday, September 6, 2011CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Tuesday, September 6, 2011REGISTERED - PARTIAL SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.
Tuesday, September 6, 2011NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 15 - E-MAILED
Monday, July 27, 2015TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Wednesday, July 5, 2017ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY
Wednesday, July 29, 2015REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED
Wednesday, July 29, 2015REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Wednesday, July 29, 2015NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED
Monday, August 29, 2016TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED
Monday, August 29, 2016APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED
Friday, July 26, 2024COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED
Thursday, May 19, 2022AUTOMATIC UPDATE OF ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP
Friday, February 7, 2020TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Friday, February 7, 2020ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Wednesday, February 17, 2021ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP NOT UPDATED AUTOMATICALLY