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Intent-to-Use Trademark Application: Section 1(b) Explained

Businesswoman reviewing a Section 1(b) intent-to-use trademark application before launching a new brand.

You have chosen a brand, product, or service name and genuinely plan to launch it—but you are not yet using the mark in commerce. In this case, an intent-to-use trademark application may allow you to apply for U.S. federal registration before launch. Filing basis is based on Section 1(b) of the Trademark Act. It does