| Serial Number | 90758488 |
| Word Mark | VFC |
| Filing Date | Monday, June 7, 2021 |
| Status | 700 - REGISTERED |
| Status Date | Tuesday, May 7, 2024 |
| Registration Number | 7381182 |
| Registration Date | Tuesday, May 7, 2024 |
| Mark Drawing | 3 - Illustration: Drawing or design which also includes word(s) / letter(s) / number(s) |
| Published for Opposition Date | Tuesday, May 16, 2023 |
| Goods and Services | (Based on 44(e)) Spice rubs; Spice mixes; Marinades; Marinades containing seasonings; Marinades containing spices; Condiments being prepared horseradish; Salsas; Sauces; Sweet sauces; Savoury sauces; Relish; Chutneys; Frozen prepared fruit pies; Soya products, namely, soya bean paste, soya-based ice cream substitutes, soya flour and soya sauce; Prepared meals and snacks for human consumption, namely, wheat-based snack foods and combination meals consisting primarily of pasta or rice-based entrees and soup or salad for consumption on or off the premises; Prepared meals consisting primarily of pasta or rice and wheat based snacks; Frozen prepared entrees consisting primarily of rice with seasonings and vegetables; Flavourings made from fruits or vegetables, namely, fruit flavourings for food or beverages, except essences; Coffee, tea, cocoa, sugar, tapioca, sago, artificial coffee; Flour; Preparations made from flour, namely, flour-based gnocchi; Preparations made from cereals, namely, cereal-based snack bars; Pastry; Bakery products; Vegan frozen confections; Yeast, baking powder; Rice; Pasta; Ice cream substitutes; Pizzas; Prepared, cooked and spiced jackfruit-based pies and pasties; Prepared meals consisting primarily of pasta, pizza, noodles, processed bulgur wheat, quinoa, couscous and rice; Coffee, tea, cocoa and artificial coffee; Flour and preparations made from cereals, namely, ready to eat, cereal derived food bars; Bread, pastries and confectionery made of sugar; Edible ices; Cookies, biscuits; popcorn; Chocolate; Chocolate confectionery; Chocolate coated confectionery, namely, chocolate based wrapper with fillings; Ices; Plant-based ice cream substitute; Ice lollies being flavored ices; sorbets; Sandwiches; Pies and freeze-dried dishes with the main ingredient being pasta; Crackers; prepared meals consisting primarily of pasta; Filled sandwiches; Toasted sandwiches; Sandwiches containing meat substitutes; Prepared meals in the form of pizzas; Soya burger sandwiches; Soy burger sandwiches; Veggie burger sandwiches; Cooking sauces and cooking pastes being seasoning pastes; Dried pieces of wheat gluten; Seitan blocks being Wheat Gluten, namely, dried pieces of wheat gluten; Gluten prepared as foodstuff, namely, dried pieces of wheat gluten; Dried pieces of wheat gluten being uncooked fu; Wheat flour; Wheat starch flour; Wheat-based snack foods; Burger alternatives being veggie burger sandwiches |
| Description of Mark | The mark consists of a black design having three upper branches that merge to a single lower branch; below this appears the red stylized letters "VFC" in a brush-stroke-style font. |
| Goods and Services | (Based on 44(e)) Preserved, frozen, dried and cooked fruits and vegetables; Jellies, jams, compotes; Oils and fats for food; Meat substitutes; Plant-based meat substitutes; Vegan and vegetarian meat products being vegetable-based meat substitutes; Plant protein being meat substitutes; Prepared meals consisting primarily of fish alternatives being meat substitutes and vegetables; Ready cooked meals consisting primarily of being meat substitutes and vegetables; Prepared meals consisting primarily of meat substitutes; Ready cooked meals consisting primarily of meat substitutes; Coconut-based snacks; Tofu-based snacks; Nut-based snack foods; Snack foods consisting of meat substitutes; Snack foods consisting of soy bean protein and pea protein; vegetarian sausages; vegan sausages being meat substitutes; Vegetarian mince being meat substitutes; Vegan mince being meat substitutes; Fish alternatives being meat substitutes; Chicken alternatives being meat substitutes; Prepared and ready to eat fried chicken alternative being formed textured vegetable protein for use as a meat substitute; Meat substitute shaped, moulded and cooked to imitate fried chicken; Meat substitutes shaped, moulded and cooked to imitate fried chicken nuggets; Prepared meals consisting of vegan fried chicken being meat substitutes; Vegetarian chicken stir fry pieces being meat substitutes Vegan chicken stir fry pieces being meat substitutes; Chicken nugget alternatives being meat substitutes; Pork alternatives being meat substitutes; Bacon alternatives being meat substitutes; Beef alternatives being meat substitutes; Burger alternatives being veggie burger patties; Prepared dishes and meals consisting principally of chicken alternatives being meat substitutes; Ready cooked meals consisting primarily of meat substitutes and vegetables and beans; Potato-based snack foods; Soy based snack foods; Tempeh; Tempeh based snack foods; Salads containing vegan meat substitutes; Prepared meals consisting primarily of vegan meat substitutes; prepared meals consisting primarily of vegetarian-meat substitutes; Frozen foods consisting primarily of primarily of fish substitutes; Frozen foods consisting primarily of meat substitutes; Potato crisps; Pre-packaged lunches consisting primarily of meat substitutes; Pre-packaged lunches consisting primarily of meat substitutes and vegetables; Butter substitutes; Milk substitutes; Egg substitutes; Prepared jackfruit being meat substitutes for use as a main ingredient in any dish; Flavoured processed jackfruit; Meat-free prepared meals and snacks consisting primarily of processed jackfruit as a principal ingredient; Meat-free burger patties being veggie burger patties; Meat-free sausages being vegetarian sausages; Shredded processed jackfruit to act as a substitute for pulled pork and pulled beef; Poultry substitutes; Formed textured vegetable protein for use as a meat substitute; Soups; Grab and go meat imitation snacks consisting primarily of textured vegetable protein; Vegan based snack foods being Vegetable-based snack foods; Textured vegetable protein for use as a meat extender; Plant-based sausages being vegetarian sausages; Meat-alternative sausages being vegetarian sausages; Alternative milk drinks being almond milk; Prepared and packaged meals and starters being appetizers consisting primarily of meat substitutes or formed textured vegetable protein for use as a meat substitute; Bean-based snack food; Ready cooked fast food vegan meals consisting primarily of vegetables; Seitan being meat substitutes; Fried chicken based on seitan being meat substitutes; Vegan dips; Cooked pulses; Vegan fish and chips made primarily of banana blossom being processed edible flowers; cooking pastes being tomato paste |
| Indication of Colors claimed | The color(s) black and red is/are claimed as a feature of the mark. |
| Goods and Services | Vegan fried chicken takeaway restaurant services; Vegan fish and chips restaurant; Vegan fried chicken and burgers restaurant; Street food market stall, namely, providing of food and drink via food booths; Restaurant services; Catering services; Catering services for private events; Food and drink catering; Mobile catering services; Off-premises catering services; Outside catering services; Catering services for the provision of food and drink; Services for providing food and drink; Providing food and drink catering services for music events, concerts, music gigs, trade shows, conventions and exhibitions; Business catering services; Consultancy services in the field of food and drink catering; Preparation of food and drink; Preparation of food and drink for consumption on the premises; Preparation of food and drink for consumption off the premises; Restaurant, bar, wine bar, takeaway restaurant, cafe, cafeteria, canteen, coffee shop and snack-bar services; Restaurant services incorporating licensed bar facilities; Self-service restaurants; Fast food takeaways restaurants; Fast food restaurants; Quick service restaurants; Food and drink takeaway restaurant services; Banqueting services, namely, providing banquet and social function facilities for special occasions and catering services; Booking and reservation services, namely, making reservations and bookings for restaurants and meal; Providing food and drinks via mobile truck; Restaurant services provided via mobile food carts; Pop-up street food restaurant and catering services; Provision of food and drink served via a food truck; Advice concerning cooking recipes; information services relating to all the aforesaid services; Hiring of event space being rental of banquet and social function facilities for special occasions, namely, wedding receptions, birthday parties, company parties; Rental of event space being rental of banquet and social function facilities for special occasions, namely, wedding receptions, birthday parties, company parties; Food kiosk services being services for providing food and drink; Takeaway food services being take-out restaurant services; Takeaway food and drink services being take-out restaurant services; Serving food and drink in retail and takeaway establishments; Click and collect food takeaway restaurant services; Pre-ordered food takeaway restaurant services; Consulting in the field of menu planning for others; Providing information in the fields of food and beverage preparation, cooking, recipes, ingredients, and cookware techniques via a website on global computer networks; Providing personalised meal planning services via a website; Providing information in the nature of recipes for drinks |
| International Class | 029 - 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 Codes | 046 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Friday, August 27, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 029 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | NOT AVAILABLE |
| First Use In Commerce Date | NOT AVAILABLE |
| International Class | 030 - 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 Codes | 046 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Friday, August 27, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 030 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | NOT AVAILABLE |
| First Use In Commerce Date | NOT AVAILABLE |
| International Class | 043 - Services for providing food and drink; temporary accommodations. |
| US Class Codes | 100, 101 |
| Class Status Code | 6 - Active |
| Class Status Date | Friday, August 27, 2021 |
| Primary Code | 043 |
| First Use Anywhere Date | Monday, July 31, 2023 |
| First Use In Commerce Date | Monday, July 31, 2023 |
| Party Name | VFC FOODS LTD |
| Party Type | 30 - Original Registrant |
| Legal Entity Type | 99 - Other |
| Address | York YO266RU GB |
| Party Name | VFC FOODS LTD |
| Party Type | 20 - Owner at Publication |
| Legal Entity Type | 99 - Other |
| Address | York YO266RU GB |
| Party Name | VFC FOODS LTD |
| Party Type | 10 - Original Applicant |
| Legal Entity Type | 99 - Other |
| Address | York YO266RU GB |
| Event Date | Event Description |
| Thursday, June 10, 2021 | NEW APPLICATION ENTERED |
| Friday, August 27, 2021 | NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED |
| Saturday, August 28, 2021 | NOTICE OF DESIGN SEARCH CODE E-MAILED |
| Friday, December 10, 2021 | ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER |
| Tuesday, December 14, 2021 | NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN |
| Tuesday, December 14, 2021 | NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED |
| Tuesday, December 14, 2021 | NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED |
| Tuesday, June 14, 2022 | TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED |
| Tuesday, June 14, 2022 | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE |
| Tuesday, June 14, 2022 | TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED |
| Saturday, July 16, 2022 | NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN |
| Saturday, July 16, 2022 | NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED |
| Saturday, July 16, 2022 | NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED |
| Monday, January 16, 2023 | TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED |
| Monday, April 10, 2023 | ASSIGNED TO LIE |
| Monday, April 10, 2023 | CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE |
| Monday, April 10, 2023 | TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED |
| Tuesday, April 11, 2023 | APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER |
| Wednesday, April 26, 2023 | NOTIFICATION OF NOTICE OF PUBLICATION E-MAILED |
| Tuesday, May 16, 2023 | PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION |
| Tuesday, May 16, 2023 | OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED |
| Tuesday, July 11, 2023 | NOA E-MAILED - SOU REQUIRED FROM APPLICANT |
| Thursday, January 11, 2024 | SOU EXTENSION 1 FILED |
| Friday, January 12, 2024 | TEAS DELETE 1(B) BASIS RECEIVED |
| Friday, January 12, 2024 | TEAS PETITION TO REVIVE RECEIVED |
| Friday, January 12, 2024 | PETITION TO REVIVE-GRANTED |
| Friday, January 12, 2024 | NOTICE OF REVIVAL - E-MAILED |
| Friday, January 12, 2024 | SOU EXTENSION RECEIVED WITH TEAS PETITION |
| Friday, January 12, 2024 | NOTICE OF REVIVAL - E-MAILED |
| Monday, March 4, 2024 | CASE ASSIGNED TO INTENT TO USE PARALEGAL |
| Wednesday, March 6, 2024 | SOU EXTENSION 1 GRANTED |
| Wednesday, March 6, 2024 | APPLICANT/CORRESPONDENCE CHANGES (NON-RESPONSIVE) ENTERED |
| Thursday, March 7, 2024 | NOTICE OF APPROVAL OF EXTENSION REQUEST E-MAILED |
| Friday, March 8, 2024 | USE AMENDMENT FILED |
| Friday, March 8, 2024 | TEAS STATEMENT OF USE RECEIVED |
| Monday, March 11, 2024 | STATEMENT OF USE PROCESSING COMPLETE |
| Monday, April 1, 2024 | ALLOWED PRINCIPAL REGISTER - SOU ACCEPTED |
| Tuesday, April 2, 2024 | NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF STATEMENT OF USE E-MAILED |
| Tuesday, May 7, 2024 | REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER |
| Tuesday, May 7, 2024 | NOTICE OF REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION EMAILED |