Trade mark decision

BL Number

O/0316/26

Decision date

14 April 2026

Hearing Officer

Ms L Bailey

Mark

JANUS, janus (Figurative)

Classes

06, 07, 09, 20, 42, 45

Grounds

• Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Earlier Trade Marks - Distinctive and dominant components
• Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Average Customer - Different consumer groups
• Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Average Customer - Consumer attention levels
• Sections 5(1), 5(2) and 5(3) Distinctive Character of Earlier Trade Mark - Any unusual issues
• Revocation / Proof of Use - Dates - genuine use
• Revocation / Proof of Use - Variant forms of marks - use with matter added or subtracted
• Revocation / Proof of Use - Partial revocation - simple deletions

Full decision O/0316/26 604Kb