MTV holds 4 USPTO trademark filings across 1 NICE class. The largest concentration is in Class 21 (Housewares) with 1 filings. The WikiTrademarks Expansion Score is 0/100, low — the brand is focused on defending its existing categories rather than expanding.
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Recent Filings
| Serial No. | Mark | Filing Date | Status | Classes | Owner |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74490036 | MTV | Feb 08, 1994 | Abandoned | 038 Telecommunications 041 Education & Entertainment | VIACOM INTERNATIONAL INC. |
| 73530856 | MTV | Apr 05, 1985 | Abandoned | 021 Housewares | VIACOM INTERNATIONAL INC. |
| 73530706 | MTV | Apr 05, 1985 | Abandoned | 025 Clothing & Footwear | VIACOM INTERNATIONAL INC. |
| 73530708 | MTV | Apr 05, 1985 | Abandoned | 024 Fabrics | VIACOM INTERNATIONAL INC. |
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FAQ: MTV trademark portfolio
What trademarks does MTV hold?
MTV holds 4 USPTO trademark filings across 1 NICE class. The largest concentration is in Class 21 (Housewares), Class 38 (Telecommunications), Class 41 (Education & Entertainment). The most recent filings are registered to VIACOM INTERNATIONAL INC..
How many trademarks does MTV have at the USPTO?
WikiTrademarks tracks 4 USPTO trademark filings attributed to MTV. The brand has been actively filing since April 1985. The count updates daily as new filings are indexed from the USPTO bulk data feed.
In which NICE classes does MTV file most often?
MTV's most active class is NICE Class 21 (Housewares), with 1 filings. The full distribution across all 1 classes is shown in the Nice Class Distribution panel on this page.
Who owns the MTV trademark?
The most recent filings under the MTV mark are registered to VIACOM INTERNATIONAL INC.. Trademark ownership can shift through assignments — see the Ownership & Assignment History section on this page for the full chain of title.
Is MTV expanding into new categories?
The current WikiTrademarks Expansion Score for MTV is 0 out of 100, which is low — the brand is focused on defending its existing categories rather than expanding. The score combines NICE class breadth, filing velocity, and the rate of cross-class movement from the brand's filing history.
How can I track new MTV trademark filings?
Click the Watch Brand button at the top of this page to add MTV to your Watchlist. New filings show up on your WikiTrademarks dashboard within 24 to 48 hours of being public, alongside any class expansions, status changes, or assignment events.
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