On what date was the 'BAMBU' trademark registered for the Bambu franchise?
Bambu Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Mark | Registration No. | Registration Date |
|---|---|---|
| BAMBU | Reg. No. 4,792,688 | August 18, 2015 |
Source: Item 13 — (FDD pages 40–42)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bambu's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the trademark 'BAMBU' was registered on August 18, 2015, with the registration number 4,792,688. Bambu licenses to franchisees the nonexclusive right to use its registered trademarks. These trademarks are registered on the Principal Register of the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
It is important for prospective franchisees to understand the implications of trademark registration. Federally registered trademarks provide more legal benefits and rights compared to unregistered trademarks. Bambu also claims common law service or trademark rights to other words, phrases, or designs that franchisees may use, but these unregistered trademarks do not have the same legal protection.
Bambu requires franchisees to use the mark 'BAMBŪ' as the principal identification of their shoppe and to identify themselves as independent owners. Franchisees are prohibited from using any marks or words confusingly similar to Bambu's marks without express written authorization. Franchisees must also modify or discontinue the use of the marks if Bambu requires it, at their own expense. Franchisees should also be aware of other businesses using similar names and the potential for trademark conflicts in certain areas.