THE FIRST YEARS

Serial Number 74235586
Registration 1867938
800

Registration Progress

Application Filed
Dec 30, 1991
Under Examination
Approved for Publication
Aug 6, 1993
Published for Opposition
Mar 29, 1994
Registered
Dec 20, 1994

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THE FIRST YEARS

Basic Information

Serial Number
74235586
Registration Number
1867938
Filing Date
December 30, 1991
Registration Date
December 20, 1994
Published for Opposition
March 29, 1994
Renewal Date
December 20, 2024
Drawing Code
1

Status Summary

Current Status
Active
Status Code
800
Status Date
Aug 7, 2025
Registration
Registered
Classes
005 006 008 009
+13 more

Rights Holder

TOMY INTERNATIONAL, INC.

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Address
2021 9TH STREET SE
DYERSVILLE, IA 52040

Ownership History

Kiddie Products, Inc.

Original Applicant
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Avon, MA

Kiddie Products, Inc.

Owner at Publication
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Avon, MA

Kiddie Products, Inc.

Original Registrant
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Avon, MA

FIRST YEARS INC., THE

New Owner After Registration #11
03
AVON, MA

FIRST YEARS INC., THE

New Owner After Registration #12
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AVON, MA

LEARNING CURVE BRANDS, INC.

New Owner After Registration #13
03
DYERSVILLE, IA

TOMY INTERNATIONAL, INC.

New Owner After Registration #14
03
DYERSVILLE, IA

Legal Representation

Attorney
Joseph M. Kuo

USPTO Deadlines

Next Deadline
3333 days remaining
Section 8 & 9 (40-Year) Renewal Due (Based on registration date 1994-12-20)
Due Date
December 20, 2034
Grace Period Ends
June 20, 2035

Application History

42 events
Date Code Type Description Documents
Aug 7, 2025 NP89 E NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF PARTIAL SEC. 8 & 9 EMAILED Loading...
Aug 7, 2025 9G8P O REGISTERED - SEC. 9 GRANTED/CHECK RECORD FOR SEC. 8 Loading...
Aug 7, 2025 RNL3 Q REGISTERED AND RENEWED (THIRD RENEWAL - 10 YRS) Loading...
Aug 7, 2025 8PRT O REGISTERED - PARTIAL SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED Loading...
Aug 7, 2025 APRE A CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL Loading...
Jul 30, 2025 EROP I TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION-POST REG RECEIVED Loading...
May 5, 2025 APRE A CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL Loading...
Jan 30, 2025 PUM1 O OFFICE ACTION ISSUED POU1 Loading...
Jan 28, 2025 APRE A CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL Loading...
Dec 18, 2024 E89R I TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED Loading...
Dec 20, 2023 REM2 E COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED Loading...
Jun 26, 2015 NAS8 E NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 - E-MAILED Loading...
Jun 26, 2015 RNL2 Q REGISTERED AND RENEWED (SECOND RENEWAL - 10 YRS) Loading...
Jun 26, 2015 9G8P O REGISTERED - SEC. 9 GRANTED/CHECK RECORD FOR SEC. 8 Loading...
Jun 26, 2015 8PRT O REGISTERED - PARTIAL SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED Loading...
Jun 25, 2015 APRE A CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL Loading...
Jun 4, 2015 E89R I TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED Loading...
Oct 1, 2014 ASGN I AUTOMATIC UPDATE OF ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP Loading...
Jul 11, 2007 ASGN I AUTOMATIC UPDATE OF ASSIGNMENT OF OWNERSHIP Loading...
Mar 19, 2005 RNL1 Q REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS) Loading...
Mar 19, 2005 9G8P O REGISTERED - SEC. 9 GRANTED/CHECK RECORD FOR SEC. 8 Loading...
Mar 19, 2005 8PRT O REGISTERED - PARTIAL SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED Loading...
Feb 8, 2005 XXXX X POST REGISTRATION ACTION CORRECTION Loading...
Dec 21, 2004 89AF I REGISTERED - COMBINED SECTION 8 (10-YR) & SEC. 9 FILED Loading...
Dec 21, 2004 MAIL I PAPER RECEIVED Loading...
Nov 24, 2000 C15A O REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK. Loading...
Sep 7, 2000 815F I REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) & SEC. 15 FILED Loading...
Dec 20, 1994 R.PR A REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER Loading...
Mar 29, 1994 PUBO A PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION Loading...
Feb 25, 1994 NPUB O NOTICE OF PUBLICATION Loading...
Sep 7, 1993 PUBO A PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION Loading...
Aug 6, 1993 NPUB O NOTICE OF PUBLICATION Loading...
Jun 28, 1993 CNSA O APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER Loading...
Jun 18, 1993 CNEA F EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT MAILED Loading...
Jun 18, 1993 ZZZX Z PREVIOUS ALLOWANCE COUNT WITHDRAWN Loading...
Jun 14, 1993 CNSA O APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER Loading...
May 17, 1993 CRFA I CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE Loading...
Feb 16, 1993 CNFR O FINAL REFUSAL MAILED Loading...
Jan 15, 1993 CRFA I CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE Loading...
Jul 16, 1992 CNRT F NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED Loading...
Mar 25, 1992 CNRT F NON-FINAL ACTION MAILED Loading...
Mar 3, 1992 DOCK D ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER Loading...

Detailed Classifications

Class 005
[diaper pail deodorizers, teething gel, ipecac syrup ]
First Use Anywhere: Dec 31, 1973
First Use in Commerce: Dec 31, 1973
Class 006
[ metal locks for drawers and cabinets, metal safety latches for doors ]
First Use Anywhere: Mar 31, 1977
First Use in Commerce: Mar 31, 1977
Class 008
children's spoons, children's forks, children's nail clippers, scissors
First Use Anywhere: Jun 30, 1973
First Use in Commerce: Jun 30, 1973
Class 009
[ plug safety covers, decorative refrigerator magnets, fever thermometers, disposable thermometer covers, VCR slot guards]
First Use Anywhere: Mar 31, 1975
First Use in Commerce: Mar 31, 1975
Class 010
[ baby teethers, baby bottles, baby pacifiers, baby bottle nipples, nipple covers, baby bottle covers and discs, bottle holders, nipple collars, ] [devices inserted into baby bottle nipples to allow intake of liquid in an upright position], [ devices which attach to baby pacifiers and teethers for better grip, nasal aspirators, medicine feeders, medicine droppers, cold packs ]
First Use Anywhere: Nov 10, 1972
First Use in Commerce: Nov 10, 1972
Class 011
toilet seats, bath seats, electric night lights
First Use Anywhere: Nov 10, 1972
First Use in Commerce: Nov 10, 1972
Class 012
[ rear view mirrors specifically designed for viewing of the back seat of the car; plastic sun shades for use on vehicle windows ]
First Use Anywhere: 19890200
First Use in Commerce: 19890200
Class 016
[ picture books, activity books]
First Use Anywhere: Nov 10, 1972
First Use in Commerce: Nov 10, 1972
Class 018
[ tote bags ]
First Use Anywhere: 19910200
First Use in Commerce: 19910200
Class 020
[inflatable bath tub fixture covers, plastic door knob covers, non-metallic door stoppers, plastic covers for protection against sharp table and shelf edges, plastic strips used to attach toys to other objects, plastic locks for drawers and cabinets, plastic rings with photograph frames attached thereto, infant's plastic bibs ]
First Use Anywhere: 19770100
First Use in Commerce: 19770100
Class 021
[ hair comb and brush sets, baby bottle and nipple cleaning brushes, ] [diaper pails] [ , plastic cups, plastic dishes, plastic bowls, feeding dishes, ] [can and bottle openers] [ , toothbrushes and toothbrush holders, ] [utility pails] [ , insulated bottle carriers, toilet pottys, plastic bath tubs for infants ]
First Use Anywhere: Nov 10, 1972
First Use in Commerce: Nov 10, 1972
Class 022
[ fabric and synthetic fiber storage nets with fabric binding used for storage of toys and other household items, laundry bags]
First Use Anywhere: 19910100
First Use in Commerce: 19910100
Class 024
[ wash cloths, fabric nursing pads ]
First Use Anywhere: 19820100
First Use in Commerce: 19820100
Class 025
[infant's cloth faced bibs having plastic backing], [booties], [suspenders] [ , visors ]
First Use Anywhere: Mar 31, 1974
First Use in Commerce: Mar 31, 1974
Class 026
[ children's safety harnesses ]
First Use Anywhere: 19911000
First Use in Commerce: 19911000
Class 027
[ vinyl floor mats ]
First Use Anywhere: 19880300
First Use in Commerce: 19880300
Class 028
[puzzles] [ , ] [baby banks] [ , rattles, stuffed toys, squeeze toys, suction toys, self-righting toys, rolling toys, floating toys, ] [blocks] [ , play phones, play balls, crib mobiles, crib gyms, plastic hand toys for infants, linking toys, teething toys, rattling toys, crib activity toys, activity toys, stacking toys, snapping toys ]
First Use Anywhere: Nov 10, 1972
First Use in Commerce: Nov 10, 1972

Additional Information

Pseudo Mark
THE 1ST YEARS

Classification

International Classes
005 006 008 009 010 011 012 016 018 020 021 022 024 025 026 027 028