Federal Circuit Upholds Trademarks Ruling, Affecting Non-Traditional Marks

The Federal Circuit recently affirmed a trademark board’s decision, highlighting its stance on generic trademarks, particularly in relation to distinctive colors. This decision pertains specifically to an Indonesian medical supply company’s attempt to trademark dark green surgical gloves. The court endorsed a test used to gauge whether trademarks are generic, thus upholding previous board precedent. This ruling could hold significant implications for companies seeking to trademark non-traditional marks such as colors associated with their products. For further insight into this ruling, explore the detailed account in the Law360 article.