What is the title of the Chem Dry patent with registration number 7,404,224?
Chem_Dry Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
| Registration Number | Patent | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 9,259,671 | Apparatus, System and Method for Defoaming A Waste Tank | February 16, 2016 |
| 6,905,553 | Device for Removing Residues from Surfaces and a Method for Accomplishing the same | June 14, 2005 |
| 7,271,140 | Composition for Removing Stains from Textiles | September 18, 2007 |
| 7,503,940 | Method and System for Spot-Dyeing Textiles | March 17, 2009 |
| 7,404,224 | Composition for Removing Stains from Textiles | July 29, 2008 |
| 9,267,227 | Odor Removal Treatment | February 23, 2016 |
| 8,267,607 | Surface Working Apparatus | September 18, 2002 |
| 7,795,200 | Textile Cleaning Composition and Method of Use | September 14, 2010 |
| 10,465,149 | Stain And Odor Treatment | November 5, 2019 |
| 10,646,088 | Truck Mounted Cleaning System | May 12, 2020 |
| 10,888,209 | Vacuum Pathway In a Rotary Head Cleaner | January 12, 2021 |
| 11,118,145 | Stain and Odor Treatment | September 14, 2021 |
| 11,825,997 | Vacuum Extraction Head with Adjustable Height Brush | November 28, 2023 |
| 11,459,529 | Cleaning Compositions Containing Gum And Methods of Use Therewith | October 4, 2022 |
Source: Item 14 — PATENTS, COPYRIGHTS AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION (FDD pages 48–50)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Chem Dry's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, patent number 7,404,224 is titled "Composition for Removing Stains from Textiles." This patent, registered on July 29, 2008, is one of several patents held by Chem Dry and registered with the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.
Chem Dry's FDD lists several registered patents, which suggests that Chem Dry has invested in protecting its proprietary methods and technologies. As a franchisee, you are granted the right to use these patents as part of your franchise agreement. However, Chem Dry does not guarantee the validity of these patents or that you will have exclusive rights to operate under them.
Chem Dry also does not have an obligation to protect a franchisee's right to use the patents, or protect against infringement claims. The franchisee must notify Chem Dry immediately of any potential issues. Chem Dry retains exclusive control over any litigation related to the patents. Franchisees may be required to modify or discontinue the use of subject matter covered by any patent if Chem Dry deems it advisable, but Chem Dry is not obligated to reimburse franchisees for any resulting expenses or losses.