What is the renewal date for the 'iTAN' mark registration?
Itan Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| REGISTERED MARKS | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mark | Registration Number (Register) | Registration Date (Renewal Date) | |||
| ITAN SUN SPRAY SPA | REGISTERED MARKS | 4127583 (Principal Register) | April 17, 2012 (March 9, 2022) | ||
| Mark | Registration Number (Register) | Registration Date (Renewal Date) | |||
| iTAN | 4368 |
Source: Item 13 — TRADEMARKS (FDD pages 33–35)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Itan's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the registration date for the 'iTAN' mark is July 16, 2013, and the renewal date is March 6, 2023. This indicates that the trademark was last renewed on this date.
It is important for a prospective franchisee to understand the implications of trademark renewal dates. Trademarks are typically granted for a specific term, and they must be renewed periodically to maintain their legal protection. Failing to renew a trademark can result in the loss of rights to the mark, which could be detrimental to the franchise.
Itan states that Gold Mark intends to file all renewals by the required renewal date. Franchisees should confirm with Itan that all trademarks are current and in good standing before investing in a franchise. This ensures that the brand and its associated marks are legally protected, which is crucial for maintaining brand recognition and preventing infringement by others.