3 applications named THE JOINT
| Application | Class | Applicant | Filed | Advertised | Opposition |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5331647THE JOINT | 30Staples, spices and confectionery | The Joint | 16 February 2022 | No. 214526 February 2024 | closed26 June 2024 |
| 5331648THE JOINT | 39Transport, logistics and travel | The Joint | 16 February 2022 | No. 207126 September 2022 | closed26 January 2023 |
| 5331649THE JOINT | 43Food services and accommodation | The Joint | 16 February 2022 | No. 20464 April 2022 | closed4 August 2022 |
Goods and services claimed
Class 30: Staples, spices and confectionery · application 5331647
Noodle-based prepared meals; Rice-based prepared meals; Coconut meal for human consumption; Packaged meals consisting primarily of pasta or rice; Biryani (rice based cooked food); Kabab (cooked food made of meat); Cooked rice.
Use claimed since 17/04/2017 · Chennai office · full journal entry
Class 39: Transport, logistics and travel · application 5331648
Food delivery; Delivery of food by restaurants.
Use claimed since 17/04/2017 · Chennai office · full journal entry
Class 43: Food services and accommodation · application 5331649
Hotel, Restaurant and Catering Services; Bars Services, Lounge Services, Cafe, Cafeteria and Restaurant Services; Food Preparation; Food Preparation Services; Fast- Food Restaurant Services; Serving Food and Drinks; Food and Drink Catering; Providing Banquet and Social Function Facilities for Special Occasions; Ice Cream Parlours Restaurant services; Restaurant information services; Mobile restaurant services…
Use claimed since 17/04/2017 · Chennai office · full journal entry
Can I use or register "THE JOINT"?
For the same or related goods, probably not. In class 30 (staples, spices and confectionery), class 39 (transport, logistics and travel) and class 43 (food services and accommodation), 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 29 (meat, dairy and processed food), class 32 (beverages, non-alcoholic), class 35 (advertising, business and retail) and class 31 (fresh produce and agriculture), 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. "THE JOINT" appears in 3 classes; the other 42 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 3 similar names in the same classes (below).
Similar names in the journal
- THE JOINT AL- MANDIcontains the name · class 43 (Food services and accommodation) · Proprietor of The Joint Al Mandi
- The Joints logocontains the name · class 41 (Education and entertainment) · R. Yogesh Chandrakant Sisodia
- The Joint Replacement logocontains the name · class 44 (Medical, beauty and agricultural services) · Individual applicant (D. S.)
- KLAN JOIN THE TRIBEsimilar spelling · class 25 (Clothing, footwear and headwear) · Individual applicant (A. K. S.)
- JOIN THE ACTION logosimilar spelling · class 12 (Vehicles) · Individual applicant (D. J. K.)
- Join the YUVAGIRI logosimilar spelling · class 35 (Advertising, business and retail) · Jiyo Jaago Foundation
- JOIN THE COMMUNITY logosimilar spelling · class 3 (Cosmetics and cleaning) · Happi Planet Eco Products Private Limited
- Comell Join The logosimilar spelling · class 41 (Education and entertainment) · Individual applicant (M. J. K.)
- JOIN THE logosimilar spelling · class 99 () · Individual applicant (R. N.)
- Join the tea taste logosimilar spelling · class 43 (Food services and accommodation) · Tea Town Indore
- JOIN THE GREEN SIDE logosimilar spelling · class 21 (Household and kitchenware) · Proprietor of Maxpet
- Join the rEVolution logosimilar spelling · class 39 (Transport, logistics and travel) · Etric Mobility Solutions 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 THE JOINT
Is THE JOINT a registered trademark?
THE JOINT has been applied for and advertised in the Trade Marks Journal (3 applications, latest on 26 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 THE JOINT trademark?
As advertised: The Joint.
Can I register a trademark similar to THE JOINT?
Not for the same or related goods in class 30, class 39, class 43: 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.