4 applications named Local Sparrow
| Application | Class | Applicant | Filed | Advertised | Opposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5054146Local Sparrow | 29Meat, dairy and processed food | Individual applicant (S. K.) | 22 July 2021 | No. 21425 February 2024 | closed5 June 2024 |
| 5054148Local Sparrow | 31Fresh produce and agriculture | Individual applicant (S. K.) | 22 July 2021 | No. 21425 February 2024 | closed5 June 2024 |
| 5054147Local Sparrow | 30Staples, spices and confectionery | Individual applicant (S. K.) | 22 July 2021 | No. 210629 May 2023 | closed29 September 2023 |
| 5054145Local Sparrow | 3Cosmetics and cleaning | Individual applicant (S. K.) | 22 July 2021 | No. 209910 April 2023 | closed10 August 2023 |
Goods and services claimed
Class 29: Meat, dairy and processed food · application 5054146
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
Proposed to be used · Chennai office · full journal entry
Class 31: Fresh produce and agriculture · application 5054148
Raw and unprocessed agricultural, aquacultural, horticultural and forestry products; Live animals; Fresh fruits and vegetables, fresh herbs; Natural plants and flowers; Foodstuffs and beverages for animals; Malt; Raw and unprocessed grains and seeds; Bulbs, seedlings and seeds for planting
Proposed to be used · Chennai office · full journal entry
Class 30: Staples, spices and confectionery · application 5054147
Coffee, tea, cocoa and artificial coffee; Rice; Tapioca and sago; Flour and preparations made from cereals; Bread, pastries and confectionery; Edible ices; Sugar, honey, treacle; Yeast, bakingpowder; Salt; Mustard; Vinegar, sauces [condiments]; Spices; Ice
Proposed to be used · Chennai office · full journal entry
Class 3: Cosmetics and cleaning · application 5054145
Bleaching preparations and other substances for laundry use; Cleaning, polishing, scouring and abrasive preparations; Nonmedicated soaps; Perfumery, essential oils, nonmedicated cosmetics, nonmedicated hair lotions; Nonmedicated dentifrices
Proposed to be used · Chennai office · full journal entry
Can I use or register "Local Sparrow"?
For the same or related goods, probably not. In class 3 (cosmetics and cleaning), class 29 (meat, dairy and processed food), class 30 (staples, spices and confectionery) and class 31 (fresh produce and agriculture), a new application for an identical or confusingly similar name is likely to be objected to by the Registry under Section 11 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, or opposed by the earlier applicant. Closely related classes, such as class 5 (pharmaceuticals and health), class 21 (household and kitchenware), class 44 (medical, beauty and agricultural services) and class 35 (advertising, business and retail), carry the same risk.
For unrelated goods, often yes. The same word can be registered by different owners in different classes when the goods are unrelated and the earlier mark is not well known. "Local Sparrow" appears in 4 classes; the other 41 may still be open, subject to a search.
A small change rarely helps. Adding a word, changing a letter or using a logo does not avoid conflict on its own: marks are compared as a whole, by look, sound and idea. We already see 2 similar names in the same classes (below).
Similar names in the journal
- THE WHIMSICAL SPARROWsimilar spelling · class 16 (Paper, printing and stationery) · Individual applicant (A. B.)
- India's Local Spare Box logosimilar spelling · class 35 (Advertising, business and retail) · Individual applicant (F. M.)
- Sparrow Book Storesimilar spelling · class 16 (Paper, printing and stationery) · Individual applicant (A. K.)
- Sparrow's Pizzeriasimilar spelling · class 43 (Food services and accommodation) · Individual applicant (M. S. B.)
- JACK SPARROWsimilar spelling · class 3 (Cosmetics and cleaning) · Juhi Essense Sugandhi
- Golden Sparrowsimilar spelling · class 11 (Lighting, heating and cooling) · Redherring Plast India Private Limited
- SPARROW BRANDsimilar spelling · class 3 (Cosmetics and cleaning) · Proprietor of Pravina Marketing
- CHIRPY SPARROWsimilar spelling · class 25 (Clothing, footwear and headwear) · Proprietor of Divine Design
- Redherring Sparrowsimilar spelling · class 11 (Lighting, heating and cooling) · Redherring Plast India Private Limited
- THE LOCAL SPELLsimilar spelling · class 41 (Education and entertainment) · Individual applicant (S. M. A.)
- SKY SPARROWsimilar spelling · class 25 (Clothing, footwear and headwear) · Individual applicant (C. M.)
- SPARROW DAUGHTERsimilar spelling · class 35 (Advertising, business and retail) · Tack Exim Private Limited
Matched by spelling and containment across every issue since August 2021. Our free report and Brand Watch also check sounds-alike names.
Questions about Local Sparrow
Is Local Sparrow a registered trademark?
Local Sparrow has been applied for and advertised in the Trade Marks Journal (4 applications, latest on 5 February 2024). Advertisement means the Registry accepted the application; it is registered only if no opposition succeeds within four months of the journal date. The journal does not record the later outcome, so check the live register before relying on it.
Who applied for the Local Sparrow trademark?
The applications were filed by individual applicants. We do not publish individuals' names.
Can I register a trademark similar to Local Sparrow?
Not for the same or related goods in class 3, class 29, class 30, class 31: a confusingly similar name is likely to be refused or opposed. For unrelated goods it may be possible after a search. Ask for a free availability report before you file.
What does "advertised" mean? Read trademark status meanings, how long registration takes and how to run a trademark search.
Source and limits. Built from the Trade Marks Journal published by the Registrar of Trade Marks (a public record), issues from August 2021 onwards, as advertised and subject to transcription errors. The journal shows that an application was accepted and advertised; it does not show what happened afterwards (registration, opposition, withdrawal or abandonment), applications not yet advertised, or marks advertised before August 2021, so this is not the live register status. Applicants may ask for a correction or removal by writing to mehak@trademarkindia.pro. Information only, not legal advice and not a solicitation.