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07/18/2020
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AUSTRALIA ZOO
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Active USPTO registrationType: WordOffice: United States
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AUSTRALIA ZOO
ST13
US500000077163716Class
8, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 28, 35, 41, 42, 43
Filing
77163716
Registration
3765803
Risk and opportunity diagnosis
Executive reading for naming, filing, and monitoring decisions.
USPTO status
Active USPTO registration
Case type
Application and registration
Recorded events
71
Latest update
07/18/2020
Trademark type
Word
Nice classes
8, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 20, 21, 22, 24, 25, 26, 28, 35, 41, 42, 43
Filing date
04/23/2007
Registration date
03/30/2010
Expiration date
-
Complete case details
Structured fields from the responsible authority and the official record.
Status date
07/18/2020
Last transaction
07/18/2020
Responsible office
United States Patent and Trademark Office
Status code
800
Official register
Principal Register
Filing basis
Intent to use, Foreign priority
Drawing code
4
Owner type
11
Owner location
Beerwah, Queensland, AU
Examiner
CHOSID, ROBIN S
Law office
L20
Current location
TMEG LAW OFFICE 102
Holders and representatives
Holders
Australia Zoo Pty Ltd
Representatives
David A. Plumley LEWIS ROCA ROTHGERBER CHRISTIE LLP
Technical classification
Nice Classes
Class 8Class 9Class 11Class 14Class 16Class 18Class 20Class 21Class 22Class 24Class 25Class 26Class 28Class 35Class 41Class 42Class 43
Vienna Codes
No Vienna codes available.
Goods and services
Class 8
Hand operated hand tools and hand implementsdevices for sharpening toolschoppersgarden toolshoesshovelstrowelsweeding forks and spadesapple corersvegetable corerspizza cutterscake cuttersFrench fry cuttersbolt cuttersslicerscarving forksbag sealersshreddersscissorsscissor holdersscissor sharpenersice tongsice crusherspestles for poundinghand tools for artistshand tools for climbinghand tools for mountaineeringnutcrackersimplements for opening or resealing cans and jarsegg slicerscheese slicersimplements for cracking nutsvegetable peelerspotato mashers; hand operated hand toolsimplementseating utensils for campingforksknivesaxespickstent peg removers; knivespocket knives with multi-purpose attachmentsfolding kniveshunting knivesgarden knivesblade knives including retractable or replaceable blade knivesfish cleaning knivesfleshing knives and other knives included in this class; parts of knivesknife blades for hand operated knives; devices and articles adapted to hold hand-operated tools when not in use; cutlerydisposable cutlerystainless steel cutlerycutlery made of or coated with precious metal and cutlery blades; boxes adapted for cutlery; razorsdisposable razorsrazor blades; shaverselectric shaverscontainers for shavers and other shaving instruments in this class; hair clippers and trimmers; nail clippers and nail files; manicure sets; non-electric handheld grooming apparatus; and candle wick trimmers
Class 9
Navigational aids and instrumentsdirectional compasses; global positioning devices; portable power supply apparatusbatteries; battery chargersbattery leadsbattery starter cables; survival suits; binoculars; telescopes; clothingheadwearfootwearapparatus and equipment in this classall being for protective purposesincluding protective bootsprotective gogglesprotective helmetsbreathing apparatus for protective purposessoda lime cartridgesunderwater breathing apparatusprotective apparatus for the prevention of drowningprotective oxygen breathing unitsapparatus for the prevention of hypothermia or hyperthermiaprotective suits against cold or heatprotective articles for sporting purposesother than sporting articles or parts of sports suitssports helmetsprotective body wear and eye wear in this class including sun visors in this class and shades; thermometers; barometers; electric apparatus for driving away animalsinsects or parasiteselectric mosquito repellent devices; weather information apparatus and instrumentsweather balloons; apparatus and equipment for diving and snorkelingdiving suitsdiving weightsair tanksglovesgogglesbuoyancy compensator jacketsdiving belts; swimming and diving goggles and masks; electronic boating apparatus and equipment and other nautical apparatus and equipment included in this classradios for boats; life saving apparatus and equipmentlife netslife beltslife jacketslife saving raft; apparatus for rescue operationsrescue boardsrescue sledsring buoys; apparatus for dispensing emergency flares; warning flags; fire fighting apparatusfire extinguishers; weighing and measuring apparatus and instrumentsapparatus for weighing caught fish; signaling apparatus and instrumentssignaling buoyssignaling lampsrotating signaling lights; eyewearsunglassesfashion glasseseyeglasseseyeshades; partsfittings and accessories for eyewearcaseschainscordsframessupport bands and straps; eye glass cases; radios and radio-communication apparatustwo-way radios; apparatus for the amplificationrecordingreproduction and/or transmission of sound and/or imagesvideo recordersDVD recordersamplifierssound and/or video players and/or recorders in this class; audio and visual goods in this classstereosspeakersamplifiersDVD playersCD players; television apparatus and systemstelevision sets; slide projection apparatus; photograph projection apparatus; projection screens; camcorders; photographic goods in this classincluding photographic apparatusinstruments and equipmentcameras; automobile audio and video componentsaudio speakersradiostunersamplifiers; phonestelephonesmobile phones; mobile phone accessories in this classcovers and cases not made of paperadapterschargersheadsets; data processorscalculators; computer hardwarecomputer software and computer programs including downloadable software and programs and software for entertainment and education purposes featuring content relating to wildlife parksanimals including wildlifethe environmentconservationbiodiversitysustainabilityrehabilitationzoologybotanysports and/or music; computer accessories and peripheral devicesmouse matskey pads; pre-recorded mediaCDsDVDsdownloadable audio filesfeaturing content relating to wildlife parksanimals including wildlifethe environmentconservationbiodiversitysustainabilityrehabilitationzoologybotanyentertainmentsports and/or music; cases and containers for recorded mediacases for video cassettesvideo tapesdigital video discsdigital versatile discscompact discslaser video discsCD-ROM discsfloppy disksphonograph recordsaudio tapesaudio cassettesmagnetic data carriers and optical data carriers; filmsmotion picture films and animations featuring wildlifethe environmentconservationbiodiversitysustainabilityrehabilitationzoologybotanyentertainmentsports and/or music; recorded documentariesdocumentaries in the field of wildlifethe environmentconservationbiodiversitysustainabilityrehabilitationzoologybotanyentertainmentsports and/or music all recorded on compact discDVDvideocassette tapesCD-ROMvideo cassette; mouse pads; magnets including decorative magnets ; games and apparatusequipment and accessories in this class for gamesvideo game softwarecomputer game softwareapparatus for games adapted for use with television receivers or independent visual display facilitieshand held joy stick units for playing video gamescomputer memoriesdisc memoriesmemories and memory extensions for use with electronic gameselectronic controllers for use with electronic gamescoin-operated games; programs and software for use with electronic games of all kinds; amusement apparatus adapted for use with television receivers; flight simulators for training; hologram apparatus; cardslabels and tags carrying magneticallyoptically or electronically recorded or encoded information containing programming used for membership and rewards programs; electronic notice boards; electronic agendas; electronic diaries; electronic organizers; downloadable electronic publications in the nature of booksmagazinesmanuals and newslettersin the field of wildlife parksanimals including wildlifethe environmentconservationbiodiversitysustainabilityrehabilitationzoologybotanyentertainmentsports and/or musicelectronic publicationsbooksmagazinesmanualsfeaturing wildlife parksanimals including wildlifethe environmentconservationbiodiversitysustainabilityrehabilitationzoologybotanyentertainmentsports and/or musicrecorded on computer media; kits comprising recorded materials and manualssold together as unitscompact discs and manual featuring educational material
Class 11
Apparatusappliances and devices in this class for cooking and heatingthe aforesaidincluding outdoor cooking apparatus and installationsbarbecues and barbecue apparatusbarbecue grillsbarbeque grill coverselectric barbecue rotisserieselectric barbecue fansbarbecue racksbarbecue ignitersportable charcoalpropane and gas fired barbecuesstovesgrillscombined cooking stoves and gas containersalcohol burners for cookingelectric bread toastersgas burnersgas cookerselectric pressure cookerscooking ringsstoveselectric hot plateshot plates household purposespetrol burnerssmoke cooking unitsspit cooking apparatussolar collectors for heatingelectric brazierselectric apparatus for filtering and brewing coffee and tea; electric cooking utensils; apparatus for removing water from substancesapparatus for dehydrating meatfruit and vegetables; apparatus and devices in this class for lightingemergency candle lanternselectric lanternselectric lampsgas lightersgas lampslamp glasseslamp mantlesburners for lampscandleoilgaselectric lanternsflashlights including pocket flashlightsflashlight bulbs; lighters primarily for lighting grillsfireplaces and candles; fuel burners; flares; apparatus and devices in this class for water supplywater treatment and sanitary purposesapparatus for disinfecting waterfilters for treatment of water for drinking or cooking purposesportable showers and toiletscomposting toiletsapparatus for decontaminationdisposable chemical sterilization pouches; enclosures for showers; sewage purification apparatussewage treatment apparatus; desalination apparatus; apparatus and devices in this class for refrigeratingportable refrigeratorsice boxesice chestsrefrigerated holding and display tanks for live fish and seafood
Class 14
Jewellerynecklaceschainsbraceletsbanglesearringsringslocketsbroocheswristbandscharmspins and amulets; costume and imitation jewellery; kits for jewellery construction; cuff links; tie clipstie pins; hat ornamentsornamental pins; badges of precious metal; watchesclocksalarm clockssun dialschronometric instruments and horological instrumentsparts offittings and accessories forthe aforementioned goodsstraps for watcheswatch bands and clock stands; decorative and ornamental items made of or coated with precious metal and other decorative and ornamental items in this classsuch as items used for personal adornmentornamental pins; works of artfigurinesstatuesstatuettes and busts of or coated with precious metal; medallions; medals; non-monetarycollectorcommemorative coins; precious metal tokens; jewelry boxesjewelry basketsjewelry caseswatch cases jewelry containerswatch containersholders and traysall of or coated with precious metalincluded in this class; presentation cases and containers especially adapted for presentation and display of jewelleryclockswatches and other ornamental jewelry or watch items; key ringskey chainskey charmskey fobs and key hole platesall of or coated with precious metal ; precious and semiprecious gemstones
Class 16
Paper and cardboard goods in this classbooksmagazinespamphletscomic bookschildren's books and magazinescook books and magazinesbooksmagazinespamphlets in the field of natureanimalszoologyecologymapscalendars; photo albums; colouring bookschildren's activity bookscardsblank cardsnote cardsgreeting cardspictures and posters; stationery; decalcomanias and stickers in this class; ink stampsdate stampsrubber stamps; printed tickets; printed instructional and teaching materials in the field of natureanimalszoologyecology; label printing machines; and pens and pencils of or coated with precious metal ; Party decorationspaper banners; Printed holograms
Class 18
Backpacks; sports bags for campers and climbers; garment bags for travel; textile bags for shopping; beach bags; leather shoulder straps; briefcases; canes; cases of leather or leatherboard; clothing for pets; animal leggingsdog collars; handbags; imitation leather; leather key cases; parasols; purses; wallets; rucksacks; school bags; sling bags for carrying infants; suitcases; traveling bags; traveling trunks; umbrellas; valises; vanity cases sold empty; walking sticks; animal carriers; horse blankets
Class 20
Sleeping bagssleeping matssleeping pads; bags specifically adapted for sleeping bagssleeping mats or sleeping pads; mattresses in this class including inflatable air mattresses; pillows; cushions; non-metallic mosquito screens and fly screens; slatted outdoor sun screens; non-metallic tent pegs; fastenersother than for clothingmade principally of plastics; beds and portable beds for domestic pets; changing mats; furniture; camping furniture including camp bedsbench tablespicnic unitswood chopping block tablesarticle storage apparatusstorage racks; plastic storage boxes for commercial or industrial purposes; kits of partssold completefor assembly into furniture; umbrella stands; flagpoles; clothes hangersrailsline units and hoistsnone being of metal; mirrors; hampers; non-metallic containers in this class including containers for storage purposestransport purposes and the handling of goodsother than for household or kitchen usefor commercial or industrial use; non-metallic fuel tanks; non-metallic meat chests; non-metallic medicine chests; key chainsfobsholderstags and ringsthe aforesaid not of metal or leather; and non-metallic number plates; plastic inserts for use as container liners; party decorationsplastic banners; fitted furniture covers
Class 21
Lunch boxes and thermal insulated drink containers; portable plastic containers for school lunches; portable coolers and thermal insulated containers for food; combs and brushes; cake moldscookery moldsice cube molds; figurines and statues of ceramicstained glasschinacrystalearthenwareglassporcelainterra cotta; toothbrushes; stands for toothbrushes; drinking and eating implementsmugs and cups; beverage glassware ; porcelain and earth ware dishes; pots and containers for household use; corkscrews; dinner servicesplatesbowlscups and saucers; dinnerware; and non-metallic trays
Class 22
Temporary structures and roofed structuresmade of fabricstents; canvas structuresannexes for tents and caravans; coverings in this classtarpaulins retractable covers; shade cloth and netting; awnings and canopies in this classincluding awnings for tents; screens for protection against the wind; partsfittings and accessories in this class for tents; swags including a groundsheet and bed-roll cover; nets in this classinsect protection netsnets for shadingnets for camouflagenets for windbreak purposes; fishing nets; sails; covers for camouflage; groundsheets; hanging mesh net used for storing sports balls; camping equipment in this classtents; hammocks; washing lines; containers in this classbags for the storage of tents and bags and sacks for the transport and storage of materials in bulk; padding and stuffing materials not of rubberpaperplastic; unshaped covers and protective shrouds for vehicles; devices in this class for securing or supporting luggage and other goods on vehiclesbeltsstraps and other securing items in this class for handling loadsnone of the foregoing being of metal; ropes in this class including ropes for tentsropes for use climbing and mountaineering and towing ropes for vehicles; rope ladders; and non-metallic tiesstrapsstringbinding threadtwinescables in this class; garment bags for storage
Class 24
Bath linen; bed clothessheetsbed blankets; bed linen; bed spreads; textile coasters; cushion covers; unfitted furniture covers of textile; textile toilet covers; eiderdowns; textileclothfabricnylon flagstextile handkerchiefs; placemats not of paper; textile napkins; pillow shams; pillowcases; table cloths and table linen not of paper; bath towels; beach towels; towels ; wall hangings of textile; pet blankets
Class 25
Clothingsports shirtsdress shirtscamp shirtsgolf shirtswind shirtsshortsBermuda shortsboard shortsgym shortswalking shortsswimsuitstrousersjacketssocksunderwear; thermal clothingsockssweatshirtsthermal underwear; footwear; and headgearhatscapsbeanieskerchiefsbandannas
Class 26
Buckles of precious metal
Class 28
Gamestoysplaythingsboard gamesparlour gamesballoonstoy building blocksplaying cardsbingo cardsconfettidicedollsdoll clothesdoll housesdoll furnitureplush animalsplush toysplush dollstoy action figurespuppetstoy animalsrocking horsessnow globesteddy bearstoy masksflippers for swimmingflying discs; hand held units for playing electronic games; marbles for gamestoy mobiles; play swimming pools; yo-yos; bean bags; floating inflatable mattressesseats and containers for recreation; sporting articles and accessoriesballs for gamesbats for gamesnovelties for partiesparty favors in the nature of crackersnoisemakerssmall toys; party decorationsstreamers; decorations for Christmas trees; bags specially adapted for climbing or camping equipment; electronic sports training simulators; baskets specially designed for use in fishing; golf flags
Class 35
Retail store services and online retail store services featuring clothingsouvenirsbookshousehold goods; retail store services conducted within an amusement or theme park featuring toysclothingsouvenirsbookshousehold goods; business servicesbusiness consulting; advertising services
Class 41
Entertainment servicesconducting amusement or theme parks including live action shows and other forms of public entertainment conducted in such parks; Presentation of musical performance; live performances by entertainers and animals at wildlife and theme parkslive singing and dancing performanceslive animal shows and animal feeding demonstrations; facilitating interactions between visitors towildlife ata wildlife park; arranging live personal appearances by entertainers; producing free-to-aircable and pay-per-view television entertainmentradio entertainmenton-line entertainmentwireless entertainment and mobile telephone entertainmentvideo streamingvideo and audio downloadsgamesring tonesmusicbranded skins and blogs for mobile telephone usersall featuring professional entertainerssingersdancersanimalsanimal habitatsconservation messagesattractions at zoological parks; audio and visual programs and shows of educational and entertaining nature in the fields of natureanimalswildlifeanimal habitatsbiologybiological diversitywildlife preservationhabitat preservationecologythe environmentsustainabilityrehabilitationzoology and botany; live entertainmentanimal showssinging and dancing at zoological parks and theme parks; club services in this classfan club services; animal training and demonstrations thereof; arranging and conducting of conferences or seminars in the fields of natureanimalswildlifeanimal habitatsbiologybiological diversitywildlife preservationhabitat preservationecologythe environmentsustainabilityrehabilitationzoology and botany; instructional services in the fields of natureanimalswildlifeanimal habitatsbiologybiological diversitywildlife preservationhabitat preservationecologythe environmentsustainabilityrehabilitationzoology and botany; zoological parks and education in relation to zoology and animal life generallyseminarsquestion and answer sessionsworkshopstalkslecturesconferencessymposiums and classes; botanical gardens; providing on-line publications in the nature of online magazines and newsletters in the fields of natureanimalswildlifeanimal habitatsbiologybiological diversitywildlife preservationhabitat preservationecologythe environmentsustainabilityrehabilitationzoologybotanynews and events at zoological parks; providing facilities for educational conventionseducational exhibitions and educational functions
Class 42
Research services conducted by theme or amusement parks in the field of animalsmammalsreptilesfishbotany; and research services in the field of natureanimalszoologyecology; providing online non-downloadable computer software in the field of natureanimalszoologyecology
Class 43
Restaurantcafésnack bar and take away food and drink services; hotel and temporary accommodation services; boarding for animals; providing general purpose convention facilities
Publications
History of USPTO decisions and trademark events.
71 publications found
RNL1
REGISTERED AND RENEWED (FIRST RENEWAL - 10 YRS)
07/18/2020
9G8P
REGISTERED - SEC. 9 GRANTED/CHECK RECORD FOR SEC. 8
07/18/2020
8PRT
REGISTERED - PARTIAL SEC. 8 (10-YR) ACCEPTED
07/18/2020
APRE
CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
07/17/2020
APRE
CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
07/10/2020
APRE
CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
07/08/2020
E89R
TEAS SECTION 8 & 9 RECEIVED
04/29/2020
REM2
COURTESY REMINDER - SEC. 8 (10-YR)/SEC. 9 E-MAILED
03/30/2019
NA85
NOTICE OF ACCEPTANCE OF SEC. 8 & 15 - E-MAILED
12/09/2016
C15A
REGISTERED - SEC. 8 (6-YR) ACCEPTED & SEC. 15 ACK.
12/09/2016
APRE
CASE ASSIGNED TO POST REGISTRATION PARALEGAL
12/09/2016
E815
TEAS SECTION 8 & 15 RECEIVED
09/29/2016
R.PR
REGISTERED-PRINCIPAL REGISTER
03/30/2010
NPUB
OFFICIAL GAZETTE PUBLICATION CONFIRMATION E-MAILED
01/12/2010
PUBO
PUBLISHED FOR OPPOSITION
01/12/2010
PREV
LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
12/04/2009
CNSA
APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
11/05/2009
TEME
TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
10/23/2009
CRFA
CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
10/23/2009
TROA
TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
10/19/2009
GPRN
NOTIFICATION OF PRIORITY ACTION E-MAILED
09/22/2009
GPRA
PRIORITY ACTION E-MAILED
09/22/2009
CPRA
PRIORITY ACTION WRITTEN
09/22/2009
DOCK
ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
08/26/2009
ZZZX
PREVIOUS ALLOWANCE COUNT WITHDRAWN
08/26/2009
PBCR
WITHDRAWN FROM PUB - OG REVIEW QUERY
08/10/2009
PREV
LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
07/24/2009
CNSA
APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
07/17/2009
XAEC
EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT ENTERED
07/17/2009
GNEN
NOTIFICATION OF EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
07/17/2009
GNEA
EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
07/17/2009
CNEA
EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN
07/17/2009
ZZZX
PREVIOUS ALLOWANCE COUNT WITHDRAWN
07/06/2009
PBCR
WITHDRAWN FROM PUB - OG REVIEW QUERY
06/15/2009
PREV
LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
05/29/2009
CNSA
APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
05/28/2009
XAEC
EXAMINER'S AMENDMENT ENTERED
05/27/2009
GNEN
NOTIFICATION OF EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
05/27/2009
GNEA
EXAMINERS AMENDMENT E-MAILED
05/27/2009
CNEA
EXAMINERS AMENDMENT -WRITTEN
05/27/2009
DOCK
ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
05/20/2009
ZZZX
PREVIOUS ALLOWANCE COUNT WITHDRAWN
05/20/2009
PBCR
WITHDRAWN FROM PUB - OG REVIEW QUERY
05/16/2009
PREV
LAW OFFICE PUBLICATION REVIEW COMPLETED
05/04/2009
CNSA
APPROVED FOR PUB - PRINCIPAL REGISTER
04/27/2009
TEME
TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
04/01/2009
CRFA
CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
03/31/2009
ERSI
TEAS RESPONSE TO SUSPENSION INQUIRY RECEIVED
03/31/2009
GNS2
NOTIFICATION OF INQUIRY AS TO SUSPENSION E-MAILED
10/10/2008
GNSI
INQUIRY TO SUSPENSION E-MAILED
10/10/2008
CNSI
SUSPENSION INQUIRY WRITTEN
10/10/2008
RCCK
SUSPENSION CHECKED - TO ATTORNEY FOR ACTION
09/22/2008
ALIE
ASSIGNED TO LIE
09/22/2008
GNS3
NOTIFICATION OF LETTER OF SUSPENSION E-MAILED
03/22/2008
GNSL
LETTER OF SUSPENSION E-MAILED
03/22/2008
CNSL
SUSPENSION LETTER WRITTEN
03/22/2008
TEME
TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
02/27/2008
CRFA
CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
02/27/2008
TROA
TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
02/27/2008
GNRN
NOTIFICATION OF NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
12/13/2007
GNRT
NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
12/13/2007
CNRT
NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
12/13/2007
TCCA
TEAS CHANGE OF CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED
11/19/2007
TEME
TEAS/EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE ENTERED
11/19/2007
CRFA
CORRESPONDENCE RECEIVED IN LAW OFFICE
11/19/2007
TROA
TEAS RESPONSE TO OFFICE ACTION RECEIVED
11/19/2007
GNRT
NON-FINAL ACTION E-MAILED
05/18/2007
CNRT
NON-FINAL ACTION WRITTEN
05/18/2007
DOCK
ASSIGNED TO EXAMINER
05/11/2007
NWAP
NEW APPLICATION ENTERED
04/26/2007
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