What is the registration number for the 'Pak Mail & design' mark owned by Annex Brands?
Annex_Brands Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Description of Mark | Registration Number | Registration Date |
|---|---|---|
| Pak Mail & design | 1,372,934 | November 26, 1985 |
| Description of Mark | Registration Number | Registration Date |
|---|---|---|
| Pak Mail & design | 2,354,931 | June 6, 2000 |
| Country | Description of Mark | Registration Number | Registration Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | Pak Mail & design | 744434 | September 19, 1997 |
| Japan | Pak Mail & design | 4263799 | April 16, 1999 |
| Mexico | Pak Mail & design | 430,803 | February 4, 1993 |
| Mexico | Pak Mail & design | 460,988 | May 18, 1994 |
| Mexico | Pak Mail & design | 460,987 | May 18, 1994 |
| Spain | Pak Mail & design | M2252680 | January 30, 2004 |
Source: Item 13 — Trademarks (FDD pages 64–69)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 FDD, Annex Brands owns multiple registrations for the 'Pak Mail & design' mark. One of the U.S. registrations for the 'Pak Mail & design' mark is listed with the registration number 2,354,931, with a registration date of June 6, 2000. Another U.S. registration for 'Pak Mail & design' is 1,372,934, registered on November 26, 1985. These marks are registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
Annex Brands also has foreign trademark registrations for 'Pak Mail & design'. In Australia, the registration number is 744434, registered on September 19, 1997. In Japan, the registration number is 4263799, registered on April 16, 1999. In Mexico, there are three registrations: 430,803 (February 4, 1993), 460,988 (May 18, 1994) and 460,987 (May 18, 1994). In Spain, the registration number is M2252680, registered on January 30, 2004.
It is important for a prospective Annex Brands franchisee to understand the scope and protection of these trademarks, as they are central to the brand's identity and the franchisee's ability to operate under the Pak Mail name. Annex Brands grants franchisees the non-exclusive right and obligation to use these marks, but franchisees must adhere to the guidelines and standards set forth in the franchise agreement and manuals. This includes proper display and usage of the marks in accordance with Annex Brands's specifications. Franchisees are also prohibited from contesting Annex Brands's rights to the marks.
Annex Brands retains the right to modify or substitute any mark at its sole discretion, and franchisees are obligated to comply with any such changes at their own expense. Additionally, Annex Brands reserves the right to establish co-branding relationships with other companies, which may involve the promotion and licensing of those companies' marks. Franchisees are required to participate in these programs according to Annex Brands's policies and requirements, which may include executing separate agreements and paying additional fees. Franchisees should also be aware of Annex Brands's procedures for handling trademark infringement or litigation, as outlined in the FDD.