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May words that are used as a trademark be recorded as a trade name?
- Yes, if they have been used for six months
- No. Words or designs used as trademarks are not accepted as trade names
- Yes, if they are on the supplemental register
- Yes, and the trademark fee is waived
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B. No. Words or designs used as trademarks are not accepted as trade names
Section 133.11 says words or designs used as trademarks, registered or not, are not accepted for recordation as a trade name. Generally the complete business name is recorded unless proof shows that only part of it is customarily used.
Source: 19 CFR 133.11
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