THE GRINCH Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Friday, June 21, 2002, a trademark application was filed for THE GRINCH with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the THE GRINCH trademark a serial number of 78137903. The federal status of this trademark filing is REGISTERED AND RENEWED as of Thursday, August 8, 2024. This trademark is owned by Dr. Seuss Enterprises, L.P.. The THE GRINCH trademark is filed in the Computer & Software Products & Electrical & Scientific Products, Paper & Printed Material Products, Clothing & Apparel Products, and Toys & Sporting Goods Products categories with the following description:

[Walkie-talkies; microphones, namely, interactive microphones with voice chip radio; telephones; ] interactive video games programs,[ photographic cameras,] magnets [, electric light switch plates]

Costume masks, namely, pretend decorative ears; [confetti,] paper streamers, Christmas tree ornaments, balloons, snow globes, [toy ceramic banks, ] pop-up toys, [bean-filled toys,] mechanical plush toys, jumbo plush toys, dog toys, latex balloons, miniature toy model train sets, [action skill games, namely, electronic toy car racing game, head bobbing toy doll, action figures and accessories therefore,] plush dancing toy figures emitting sounds and music, Christmas stockings emitting sounds and music made of plush and plastic parts, finger puppets, board games, puzzles, [inflatable toys, basketballs and basketball games namely, basketball goal sets,] plastic squeeze toys, [toy balls, namely, playground balls, toy gliders, paddle balls, toy play light wands, yo-yo's, toy dolls, inflatable toy dolls, in-line skates, snow boards,] skateboards

Printed greeting cards with electronic information stored therein, greeting cards, stickers, gift wrapping paper, paper gift bags, paper gift tags, paper ribbons for gift wrapping, paper bows for gift wrapping, [paperweights, desk baskets for desk accessories, desk calendars, desk file trays, desk mounted stationery cabinets, desk pads, desk calendar pads, desk sets, desk stands and holders for pens, pencils and ink, desk top organizers, desk top planners,] stationery kits comprised of letterhead and envelopes and a writing instrument, namely, pens and pencils, wall calendars, [student daily planners, locker calendars,] sticker books, paper napkins, paper table covers, namely table cloths of paper and table linens of paper, printed paper invitations, paper party hats, paper treat bags, decorative paper centerpieces, paper banners, printed paper door signs, note paper, namely, party sign-in sheets, note cards, namely, thank you notes, paper cake decorations, [paper boards, namely, prin...

Apparel sets and separates for infants, toddlers, boys and girls, namely, sweatshirts, sweat pants and sweaters, headwear, [ear muffs,] scarves, headbands, gloves, mittens, hats, underwear, stockings, t-shirts, tops, bottoms, [hosiery,] socks, sweaters, [swimwear,] boxer shorts, ties, pajamas, lounge pants, nightshirts, sleepwear, night gowns, robes, panties, [camisoles, tank tops, ] slippers, footwear, athletic shoes, [boots, aquatic footwear,] slipper socks, and blanket sleepers
the grinch

General Information


Serial Number78137903
Word MarkTHE GRINCH
Filing DateFriday, June 21, 2002
Status800 - REGISTERED AND RENEWED
Status DateThursday, August 8, 2024
Registration Number2784230
Registration DateTuesday, November 18, 2003
Mark Drawing1 - Typeset: Word(s) / letter(s) / number(s)
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, August 26, 2003

Trademark Statements


Goods and Services[Walkie-talkies; microphones, namely, interactive microphones with voice chip radio; telephones; ] interactive video games programs,[ photographic cameras,] magnets [, electric light switch plates]
Certificate of Correction for RegistrationIn the statement, Page 1, Column 1, line 1, "Partnership" should be deleted, and "Limited Partnership" should be inserted.
Goods and ServicesCostume masks, namely, pretend decorative ears; [confetti,] paper streamers, Christmas tree ornaments, balloons, snow globes, [toy ceramic banks, ] pop-up toys, [bean-filled toys,] mechanical plush toys, jumbo plush toys, dog toys, latex balloons, miniature toy model train sets, [action skill games, namely, electronic toy car racing game, head bobbing toy doll, action figures and accessories therefore,] plush dancing toy figures emitting sounds and music, Christmas stockings emitting sounds and music made of plush and plastic parts, finger puppets, board games, puzzles, [inflatable toys, basketballs and basketball games namely, basketball goal sets,] plastic squeeze toys, [toy balls, namely, playground balls, toy gliders, paddle balls, toy play light wands, yo-yo's, toy dolls, inflatable toy dolls, in-line skates, snow boards,] skateboards
Goods and ServicesPrinted greeting cards with electronic information stored therein, greeting cards, stickers, gift wrapping paper, paper gift bags, paper gift tags, paper ribbons for gift wrapping, paper bows for gift wrapping, [paperweights, desk baskets for desk accessories, desk calendars, desk file trays, desk mounted stationery cabinets, desk pads, desk calendar pads, desk sets, desk stands and holders for pens, pencils and ink, desk top organizers, desk top planners,] stationery kits comprised of letterhead and envelopes and a writing instrument, namely, pens and pencils, wall calendars, [student daily planners, locker calendars,] sticker books, paper napkins, paper table covers, namely table cloths of paper and table linens of paper, printed paper invitations, paper party hats, paper treat bags, decorative paper centerpieces, paper banners, printed paper door signs, note paper, namely, party sign-in sheets, note cards, namely, thank you notes, paper cake decorations, [paper boards, namely, printed cake decorating boards,] paper bakery boxes, [lithographs,] mini prints, [paper wall hangings, namely, paper wall scrolls, trading cards, trading card binders,] children's books, arts and crafts paint kits, school supplies, namely, pencils, pens, glue, rulers, pencil sharpeners, erasers and [desktop organizers, paper transparencies, namely transparent cello paper with character art, memorandum boards, heat transfer paper, painting sets, namely, art activity desk sets,] bumper stickers, decorative paper, namely, tissue paper, stationery products, namely, stationery boxes, stationery folders, stationery writing paper and envelopes, stationery-type portfolios, printed blank journals, namely, diaries, [photograph albums,] pencils, pens, drawing paper, posters, wall decorations, namely, paper party decorations for the wall, nail and skin stickers, children's activity books, namely, sticker puzzle activity books, art doodle kits comprised of coloring books, crayons, coloring pencils, blank paper, rubber stamps and markers, [printed guides for computer video games, other printed materials to supplement computer video games, namely computer game instruction manuals,] and reusable sticker sets
Goods and ServicesApparel sets and separates for infants, toddlers, boys and girls, namely, sweatshirts, sweat pants and sweaters, headwear, [ear muffs,] scarves, headbands, gloves, mittens, hats, underwear, stockings, t-shirts, tops, bottoms, [hosiery,] socks, sweaters, [swimwear,] boxer shorts, ties, pajamas, lounge pants, nightshirts, sleepwear, night gowns, robes, panties, [camisoles, tank tops, ] slippers, footwear, athletic shoes, [boots, aquatic footwear,] slipper socks, and blanket sleepers

Classification Information


International Class009 - Scientific, nautical, surveying, photographic, cinematographic, optical, weighing, measuring, signalling, checking (supervision), life-saving and teaching apparatus and instruments; apparatus and instruments for conducting, switching, transforming, accumulating, regulating or controlling electricity; apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound or images; magnetic data carriers, recording discs; automatic vending machines and mechanisms for coin operated apparatus; cash registers, calculating machines, data processing equipment and computers; fire extinguishing apparatus.
US Class Codes021, 023, 026, 036, 038
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, July 2, 2002
Primary Code009
First Use Anywhere DateSaturday, September 30, 2000
First Use In Commerce DateSaturday, September 30, 2000

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 DateTuesday, July 2, 2002
Primary Code016
First Use Anywhere DateSaturday, September 30, 2000
First Use In Commerce DateSaturday, September 30, 2000

International Class025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear.
US Class Codes022, 039
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateTuesday, July 2, 2002
Primary Code025
First Use Anywhere DateSaturday, September 30, 2000
First Use In Commerce DateSaturday, September 30, 2000

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 DateTuesday, July 2, 2002
Primary Code028
First Use Anywhere DateSaturday, September 30, 2000
First Use In Commerce DateSaturday, September 30, 2000

Trademark Owner History


Party NameDr. Seuss Enterprises, L.P.
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type13 - Limited Partnership
AddressSan Diego, CA 92121

Party NameDr. Seuss Enterprises, L.P.
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type13 - Limited Partnership
AddressLa Jolla, CA 92037

Party NameDr. Seuss Enterprises, L.P.
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type13 - Limited Partnership
AddressLa Jolla, CA 92037

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Monday, September 30, 2002TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Monday, April 21, 2003CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Wednesday, August 6, 2003NOTICE OF PUBLICATION
Tuesday, August 26, 2003PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Tuesday, November 18, 2003REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Thursday, August 7, 2008CASE FILE IN TICRS
Tuesday, November 17, 2009TEAS SECTION 8 & 15 RECEIVED
Monday, October 21, 2002ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Tuesday, October 22, 2002NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
Monday, April 21, 2003PAPER RECEIVED
Monday, May 26, 2003EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Monday, May 26, 2003APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Thursday, July 3, 2003PREVIOUS ALLOWANCE COUNT WITHDRAWN
Wednesday, July 9, 2003EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Wednesday, July 9, 2003APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Saturday, November 30, 2013CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Monday, December 9, 2013POST REGISTRATION ACTION MAILED - SEC. 8 & 9
Wednesday, November 25, 2009CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Wednesday, November 25, 2009REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.
Wednesday, November 13, 2013TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Wednesday, November 13, 2013REGISTERED - COMBINED SECTION 8 (10-YR) & SEC. 9 FILED
Thursday, May 1, 2014REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED
Thursday, May 1, 2014REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Thursday, May 1, 2014NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED
Monday, December 1, 2014TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Monday, December 1, 2014ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Tuesday, October 6, 2015APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED
Wednesday, April 30, 2014TEAS SECTION 7 REQUEST RECEIVED
Wednesday, April 30, 2014SEC 7 REQUEST FILED
Wednesday, April 30, 2014TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION-POST REG RECEIVED
Tuesday, October 6, 2015TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED
Tuesday, March 21, 2017CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Wednesday, October 9, 2019TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED
Wednesday, October 9, 2019APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED
Monday, September 19, 2022TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Monday, September 19, 2022ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Monday, September 19, 2022TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Wednesday, May 15, 2024TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
Thursday, March 23, 2017CORRECTION UNDER SECTION 7 - PROCESSED
Friday, November 18, 2022COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED
Sunday, August 4, 2024CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Thursday, August 8, 2024NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 9 - E-MAILED
Thursday, May 1, 2025TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Thursday, May 1, 2025ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Thursday, May 1, 2025TEAS WITHDRAWAL OF ATTORNEY RECEIVED-FIRM RETAINS
Thursday, May 1, 2025APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED
Thursday, May 1, 2025TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
Thursday, May 1, 2025TEAS CHANGE OF OWNER ADDRESS RECEIVED
Thursday, August 8, 2024REGISTERED AND RENEWED (SECOND RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
Thursday, August 8, 2024REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED/SEC. 9 GRANTED