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Trademark Search

Trademark databases and tutorials for doing a trademark search or trademark classification search online. The United States Patent and Trademarks Office's official classification list of goods and services by international class. Find the international trademark classification number(s) that apply and must be stated in your trademark application.
  1. International TM Searches (10)
  2. Commercial Search - Fee (5)

How To Trademark Search

One purpose of a trademark search is to determine if someone has already trademarked your intended mark. Lean where to search online, use a library, search for graphics, conflicting marks, and common law searches.

Where To Conduct A Trademark Search

The list also outlines a suggested procedure for conducting a trademark search with the USPTO.

Trademark Electronic Search System - TESS

Use the Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS) to search for trademarks registered in the United States. Look for "SEARCH trademarks" to begin a search.

Design Search Code Manual - DSCM

The design search code is a numerical classification index which codifies design figurative elements into categories. Knowing the design code helps you search for visual trademarks.

Keyword Search The DSCM

Keyword search the design search code manual. Use the login button to resume search.

Trademark Acceptable Identification of Goods & Services

The international classification number(s) that apply to the specified goods and/or services must be stated in your trademark application. You can keyword search to find your classification.

TARR -Trademark Status

The current status of a pending application or registered mark can be checked in the TARR system. 

Trademark Official Gazette

The Official Gazette - Trademarks is being made available in electronic form (.PDF format) for the most recent five issues.

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