VICTORIA BECKHAM Trademark

Trademark Overview


On Thursday, June 14, 2012, a trademark application was filed for VICTORIA BECKHAM with the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The USPTO has given the VICTORIA BECKHAM trademark a serial number of 79131425. The federal status of this trademark filing is REGISTERED as of Tuesday, September 1, 2020. This trademark is owned by Victoria Beckham Limited. The VICTORIA BECKHAM trademark is filed in the Computer & Software Products & Electrical & Scientific Products, Leather Products, Clothing & Apparel Products, Advertising, and Business and Retail Services categories with the following description:

Laser-read discs for recording and playing sound and/or images, namely, CDs, DVDs, [ high definition video discs, mini audio discs ] and audio discs featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, [ celebrity interviews, spoken word, ] artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * musical recordings and musical performances, [ game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, ]documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; optical-read discs for recording and playing sound and/or images, namely, CDs, DVDs, [ high definition video discs, mini audio discs ]and audio discs featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, [ celebrity interviews, spoken word, ] artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * [ game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, ] documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle...

Articles made of leather or of imitation leather, namely, [trunks and travelling bags, all-purpose sports bags, all purpose athletic bags, ]all-purpose carrying bags,[ animal leashes, athletic bags, attach cases, baby backpacks, baby carriers worn on the body, bags and hold alls for sports clothing, ]beach bags, belt bags, hip bags, book bags,[ briefcases, bum bags, business card cases, card wallets,]carryalls,[ cases for keys, clothing for animals, clothing for domestic pets, ]clutch bags, clutch purses, coin holders and purses,[ collars for animals, collars for pets,] cosmetic bags sold empty, cosmetic cases sold empty, courier bags, [credit card cases and holders, dog apparel, dog clothing, dog collars, dog coats, dog leashes,] drawstring bags and pouches, duffel bags, evening bags, fashion handbags, flight bags, garment bags for travel,[ garments for pets, gym bags,] handbags,[ hold alls, key bags, key cases, key wallets, kit bags, knapsacks, leads for animals, leads for pets, lugg...

Articles of clothing, footwear, headgear, namely, t-shirts, shirts, jackets, sweatshirts[, hooded tops, hooded sweatshirts, ] pullovers, jumpers, shorts,[ boxer shorts, boxer briefs, underwear, underclothes, under garments, socks, scarves, dressing gowns, pyjamas, dungarees, braces, ties, lingerie, hosiery, bathing costumes, bathing suits, bathing trunks, bathrobes, gloves, ] jeans, [ kilts, nightwear, pajamas,] trouser suits, slacks, [ sleeping garments, sleepwear, ] suits, [ swim wear, swimsuits ], trousers, [ tuxedos and waistcoats, legging, jeggings, namely, pants that are partially jeans and partially leggings, cloth baby bibs, baby bodysuits; baby bottoms, baby tops, baby rompers,] belts,[ Bermuda shorts, bikinis, ] blazers, blouses, [ body shapers, ] bomber jackets, [bras, briefs, cagoules, camisoles, ] cargo pants, coats, [ costumes for use in role-playing games, costumes for use in children's dress up play, ] crop pants, crop tops, [ dance costumes, ]dresses, dressing gowns, w...

The bringing together, for the benefit of others, of a variety of clothing, footwear, headgear, jewellery, bags, wallets, purses, vanity cases,[ umbrellas] and fashion accessories, enabling customers to conveniently view and purchase those goods; the bringing together, for the benefit of others, of a variety of goods, enabling customers to conveniently view and purchase those goods from a clothing and clothing accessories catalogue by mail order or by means of telecommunications; retail shops featuring clothing, footwear, headgear, jewellery, bags, wallets, purses, vanity cases,[ umbrellas] and fashion accessories; mail order retail store services featuring clothing, footwear, headgear, jewellery, bags, wallets, purses, vanity cases, [umbrellas] and fashion accessories; electronic shopping retail store services featuring clothing, footwear, headgear, jewellery, bags, wallets, purses, vanity cases, [umbrellas] and fashion accessories;retail store services for others featuring clothing; ...
victoria beckham

General Information


Serial Number79131425
Word MarkVICTORIA BECKHAM
Filing DateThursday, June 14, 2012
Status700 - REGISTERED
Status DateTuesday, September 1, 2020
Registration Number4464519
Registration DateTuesday, January 14, 2014
Mark Drawing4000 - Illustration: Drawing with word(s) / letter(s) / number(s) in Block form
Published for Opposition DateTuesday, October 29, 2013

Trademark Statements


Goods and ServicesLaser-read discs for recording and playing sound and/or images, namely, CDs, DVDs, [ high definition video discs, mini audio discs ] and audio discs featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, [ celebrity interviews, spoken word, ] artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * musical recordings and musical performances, [ game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, ]documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; optical-read discs for recording and playing sound and/or images, namely, CDs, DVDs, [ high definition video discs, mini audio discs ]and audio discs featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, [ celebrity interviews, spoken word, ] artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * [ game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, ] documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; machine readable images and data, namely, CDs, DVDs, [digital audio tapes, digital audio cassettes, high definition video discs, mini audio discs, ] audio records, audio tapes, audio cassettes, audio discs, [ USB flash drives, portable flash drives ] and downloadable digital files featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, [celebrity interviews, spoken word, ] artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * [ game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, ] documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; data storage media, namely, CDs, DVDs, [digital audio tapes, digital audio cassettes, high definition video discs, mini audio discs, ] audio records, audio tapes, audio cassettes, audio discs, [USB flash drives, portable flash drives ] and downloadable digital files featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, [celebrity interviews, spoken word, ] artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * [ game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, ] documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; [photographic film; ] magnetic tape, magnetic cassettes [ and magnetic discs ]featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, [ celebrity interviews, spoken word,] artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * [ game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, ] documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; pre-recorded audio tapes featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, [ celebrity interviews, spoken word, ] artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * [ game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, ] documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; compact discs featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, [ celebrity interviews, spoken word, ] artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, [game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, ] documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; [digital audio tapes and digital audio cassettes featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, celebrity interviews, spoken word, artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; mini-discs featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, celebrity interviews, spoken word, artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; ] audio files featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, [ celebrity interviews, spoken word, ] artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * [ game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, ] documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; audio files in MP3 format featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, [ celebrity interviews, spoken word, ] artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * [ game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation,] documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; MP3 tracks featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, celebrity interviews, spoken word, artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; audio and/or video files in other electronic formats featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, [ celebrity interviews, spoken word, ] artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * [ game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, ] documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; pre-recorded video tapes featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, [ celebrity interviews, spoken word, ] artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * [ game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, ] animation, documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self improvement and design; DVDs featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, celebrity interviews, spoken word, artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; records featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, celebrity interviews, spoken word, artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; recordings of sound, data, films or images featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, celebrity interviews, spoken word, artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; film strip apparatus for recording, transmission or reproduction of sound, data, films or images *, none featuring music, musical recordings and musical performances; * motion picture films featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, celebrity interviews, spoken word, artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; coin-operated video and audio apparatus * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music; * computer software * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music; * video games * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music; * apparatus for games adapted for use with television receivers * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music; * coin-operated games * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music; * multimedia and interactive games * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * computers, computer peripherals, data carriers *, other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music * and computer programmes/software *, other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music; * computer tapes and discs *, other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music; * CD ROMs featuring or relating to musical recordings, musical performances, celebrity interviews, spoken word, artistic performances * other than artistic performances that feature or relate to music, * game shows, drama, comedy, action, adventure, animation, documentaries, fashion, health, beauty, lifestyle, clothing, self-improvement and design; sunglasses; eyewear; electrical communication apparatus and instruments, namely, telephones, cellular telephones, mobile telephones, radio telephones, personal digital assistants (PDAs), hand-held computers, tablet computers and smartphones; structural parts and fittings for all the aforesaid goods
Certificate of Correction for RegistrationIn the statement, classes 9 and 25, has been updated in accordance with the F-note dated 10/21/2023.
Goods and ServicesArticles made of leather or of imitation leather, namely, [trunks and travelling bags, all-purpose sports bags, all purpose athletic bags, ]all-purpose carrying bags,[ animal leashes, athletic bags, attach cases, baby backpacks, baby carriers worn on the body, bags and hold alls for sports clothing, ]beach bags, belt bags, hip bags, book bags,[ briefcases, bum bags, business card cases, card wallets,]carryalls,[ cases for keys, clothing for animals, clothing for domestic pets, ]clutch bags, clutch purses, coin holders and purses,[ collars for animals, collars for pets,] cosmetic bags sold empty, cosmetic cases sold empty, courier bags, [credit card cases and holders, dog apparel, dog clothing, dog collars, dog coats, dog leashes,] drawstring bags and pouches, duffel bags, evening bags, fashion handbags, flight bags, garment bags for travel,[ garments for pets, gym bags,] handbags,[ hold alls, key bags, key cases, key wallets, kit bags, knapsacks, leads for animals, leads for pets, luggage, luggage tags, luggage labels, ]make-up bags sold empty, [overnight bags, cases and suitcases, pet clothing, pet tags specially adapted for attaching to pet leashes, leads and collars, ]purses, [school bags, school book bags, school satchels, shoe bags for travel, shaving bags sold empty, ]shoulder bags, souvenir bags, [sport and sports bags, suitcases, ticket pouches,] toiletry bags and toiletry cases sold empty, tote bags, [travel baggage, bags and cases,] vanity cases sold empty,[ wallets, wash bags for carrying toiletries, wheeled bags; rucksacks; backpacks;] bags;[ cases; wallets; ]purses[; luggage; umbrellas and parasols]
Name/Portrait Description and/or Consent StatementThe name(s), portrait(s), and/or signature(s) shown in the mark identifies "Victoria Beckham", whose consent(s) to register is made of record.
Goods and ServicesArticles of clothing, footwear, headgear, namely, t-shirts, shirts, jackets, sweatshirts[, hooded tops, hooded sweatshirts, ] pullovers, jumpers, shorts,[ boxer shorts, boxer briefs, underwear, underclothes, under garments, socks, scarves, dressing gowns, pyjamas, dungarees, braces, ties, lingerie, hosiery, bathing costumes, bathing suits, bathing trunks, bathrobes, gloves, ] jeans, [ kilts, nightwear, pajamas,] trouser suits, slacks, [ sleeping garments, sleepwear, ] suits, [ swim wear, swimsuits ], trousers, [ tuxedos and waistcoats, legging, jeggings, namely, pants that are partially jeans and partially leggings, cloth baby bibs, baby bodysuits; baby bottoms, baby tops, baby rompers,] belts,[ Bermuda shorts, bikinis, ] blazers, blouses, [ body shapers, ] bomber jackets, [bras, briefs, cagoules, camisoles, ] cargo pants, coats, [ costumes for use in role-playing games, costumes for use in children's dress up play, ] crop pants, crop tops, [ dance costumes, ]dresses, dressing gowns, wedding dresses, wedding gowns, [ housecoats, dungarees, ear bands, ear muffs, ear warmers, ] evening dresses, evening gowns, [ foundation garments worn around the midsection or thighs to keep the stomach in and create a slimming effect, G-strings, Halloween costumes, infant and toddler one piece clothing, infant sleepers, infant wear, knee highs, knickers, ladies' underwear, ] skirts, skirt suits, miniskirts, [ negligees, night gowns, nightshirts, nightgowns, nighties, nightwear, panties, ] pants, [ stockings, suspenders, play suits, polo shirts, rain wear, school uniforms, tankinis, thongs and tights, hats, caps, beanies, skull caps, skullies, bandanas, berets, children's headwear, hats for infants, babies, toddlers and children, footwear for men, ] footwear for women, footwear not for sports, shoes, [ canvas shoes, sneakers, ] boots [, slippers, flip-flops, beach footwear, beach shoes, booties [, ] * ; * dance shoes, dance slippers, moccasins, ] pumps
Goods and ServicesThe bringing together, for the benefit of others, of a variety of clothing, footwear, headgear, jewellery, bags, wallets, purses, vanity cases,[ umbrellas] and fashion accessories, enabling customers to conveniently view and purchase those goods; the bringing together, for the benefit of others, of a variety of goods, enabling customers to conveniently view and purchase those goods from a clothing and clothing accessories catalogue by mail order or by means of telecommunications; retail shops featuring clothing, footwear, headgear, jewellery, bags, wallets, purses, vanity cases,[ umbrellas] and fashion accessories; mail order retail store services featuring clothing, footwear, headgear, jewellery, bags, wallets, purses, vanity cases, [umbrellas] and fashion accessories; electronic shopping retail store services featuring clothing, footwear, headgear, jewellery, bags, wallets, purses, vanity cases, [umbrellas] and fashion accessories;retail store services for others featuring clothing; retail clothing store services; retail store services for others featuring footwear;[ retail store services for others featuring headgear; ]retail store services for others featuring bags, wallets and purses; retail store services for others featuring [umbrellas and ]vanity cases;[ retail store services for others featuring walking sticks;] information, advisory and consultancy services in relation to the aforesaid retail store services

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 DateWednesday, July 3, 2013
Primary Code009
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 DateWednesday, July 3, 2013
Primary Code018
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class025 - Clothing, footwear, headgear.
US Class Codes022, 039
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, July 3, 2013
Primary Code025
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

International Class035 - Advertising; business management; business administration; office functions.
US Class Codes100, 101, 102
Class Status Code6 - Active
Class Status DateWednesday, July 3, 2013
Primary Code035
First Use Anywhere DateNOT AVAILABLE
First Use In Commerce DateNOT AVAILABLE

Trademark Owner History


Party NameVictoria Beckham Limited
Party Type31 - New Owner After Registration
Legal Entity Type99 - Other
AddressGB

Party NameNOT AVAILABLE
Party Type30 - Original Registrant
Legal Entity Type01 - Individual
AddressLondon W1U 1JD
GB

Party NameNOT AVAILABLE
Party Type20 - Owner at Publication
Legal Entity Type01 - Individual
AddressLondon W1U 1JD
GB

Party NameNOT AVAILABLE
Party Type10 - Original Applicant
Legal Entity Type01 - Individual
AddressLondon W1U 1JD
GB

Trademark Events


Event DateEvent Description
Monday, January 22, 2024NOTICE OF UPDATED REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION EMAILED
Tuesday, January 16, 2024NOTICE OF UPDATED REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION EMAILED
Tuesday, January 16, 2024NOTICE OF UPDATED REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION EMAILED
Tuesday, December 26, 2023TEAS SECTION 71 & 15 RECEIVED
Thursday, December 14, 2023CORRECTION FROM IB ENTERED - NO REVIEW REQUIRED
Thursday, December 14, 2023CORRECTION UNDER SECTION 7 - PROCESSED
Sunday, September 3, 2023CORRECTION TRANSACTION RECEIVED FROM IB
Friday, March 10, 2023CHANGE OF OWNER RECEIVED FROM IB
Saturday, January 14, 2023COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 71 (10-YR) E-MAILED
Friday, September 2, 2022NEW REPRESENTATIVE AT IB RECEIVED
Friday, July 29, 2022INTERNATIONAL REGISTRATION RENEWED
Sunday, June 20, 2021PARTIAL INVALIDATION PROCESSED BY THE IB
Thursday, May 6, 2021PARTIAL INVALIDATION OF REG EXT PROTECTION SENT TO IB
Thursday, May 6, 2021INVALIDATION PROCESSED
Saturday, May 1, 2021PARTIAL INVALIDATION OF REG EXT PROTECTION CREATED
Tuesday, September 1, 2020NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 71 - E-MAILED
Tuesday, September 1, 2020REGISTERED-SEC.71 ACCEPTED
Friday, February 7, 2020CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
Tuesday, January 7, 2020TEAS SECTION 71 RECEIVED
Monday, January 14, 2019COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 71 (6-YR) E-MAILED
Friday, June 20, 2014FINAL DECISION TRANSACTION PROCESSED BY IB
Thursday, June 5, 2014FINAL DISPOSITION NOTICE SENT TO IB
Thursday, June 5, 2014FINAL DISPOSITION PROCESSED
Monday, April 14, 2014FINAL DISPOSITION NOTICE CREATED, TO BE SENT TO IB
Tuesday, January 14, 2014REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Tuesday, October 29, 2013OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, October 29, 2013PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
Wednesday, October 9, 2013NOTIFICATION OF NOTICE OF PUBLICATION E-MAILED
Tuesday, September 24, 2013LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Monday, September 16, 2013ASSIGNED TO LIE
Friday, September 6, 2013APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Friday, September 6, 2013EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT ENTERED
Friday, September 6, 2013NOTIFICATION OF EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Friday, September 6, 2013EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
Friday, September 6, 2013EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN
Friday, September 6, 2013PREVIOUS ALLOWANCE COUNT WITHDRAWN
Tuesday, September 3, 2013WITHDRAWN FROM PUB - OG REVIEW QUERY
Friday, August 16, 2013LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
Friday, August 16, 2013ASSIGNED TO LIE
Monday, July 29, 2013ATTORNEY/DOM.REP.REVOKED AND/OR APPOINTED
Monday, July 29, 2013TEAS REVOKE/APP/CHANGE ADDR OF ATTY/DOM REP RECEIVED
Monday, August 5, 2013APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
Saturday, August 3, 2013TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
Friday, August 2, 2013CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
Friday, August 2, 2013TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
Saturday, July 27, 2013REFUSAL PROCESSED BY IB
Tuesday, July 9, 2013NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED - REFUSAL SENT TO IB
Tuesday, July 9, 2013REFUSAL PROCESSED BY MPU
Tuesday, July 9, 2013NON-FINAL ACTION (IB REFUSAL) PREPARED FOR REVIEW
Tuesday, July 9, 2013APPLICATION FILING RECEIPT MAILED
Monday, July 8, 2013NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Monday, July 8, 2013NON-FINAL ACTION (IB REFUSAL) WITHDRAWN FOR REVIEW
Thursday, July 4, 2013NON-FINAL ACTION (IB REFUSAL) PREPARED FOR REVIEW
Wednesday, July 3, 2013NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
Wednesday, July 3, 2013ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
Wednesday, July 3, 2013NEW APPLICATION OFFICE SUPPLIED DATA ENTERED
Monday, July 1, 2013LIMITATION FROM ORIGINAL APPLICATION ENTERED
Thursday, June 27, 2013SN ASSIGNED FOR SECT 66A APPL FROM IB