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For the Inventor, By the Inventor

McLean, VA, United States of America

Mars, Incorporated


USPTO Granted Patents = 1,223

% Expired Patents = 7.6



Trademarks = 520

Forward Citations = 15,925

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1,374 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

goldMedal Leo J Romanczyk (61 out of 61 patents)

silverMedal Peter Sebastian Slusarczyk (56 out of 56 patents)

bronzeMedal Jason Michael Friedland (46 out of 46 patents)

4.  Neil A Willcocks (38 out of 40 patents)

5.  Thomas M Collins (33 out of 35 patents)

6.  Harold H Schmitz (32 out of 32 patents)

7.  John F Hammerstone, Jr (32 out of 33 patents)

8.  Rebecca Morgan Valentine (28 out of 28 patents)

9.  Roberto A Capodieci (26 out of 31 patents)

10.  Margaret M Buck (20 out of 20 patents)

11.  Emine Unlu (19 out of 23 patents)

12.  Vincent Joseph Falcone (19 out of 19 patents)

13.  Gary N Chisholm (18 out of 18 patents)

14.  Angel Hernanadez (18 out of 18 patents)

15.  James M Suttle (17 out of 18 patents)


Core Competencies:
Pet Food
Flavor Compositions
Meat Analogues
Health Diagnostics
Pet Tracking
Animal Chew
Confectionery
Data Collection
Packaging Solutions
Genetic Testing
Pet Identification
Eating Patterns

1,223 patents:

1. D1146210 - Pet food (2026-09-08),
2. D1146209 - Pet food (2026-09-08),
3. D1145285 - Pet food (2026-09-01),
4. D1141910 - PACKAGING CARTON (2026-08-18),
5. 12698538 - METHODS FOR PREDICTING EQUINE WEIGHT LOSS PROPENSITY (2026-08-04),
6. 12685294 - Systems and methods for restraint-free animal positioner (2026-07-21),
7. 12670588 - Systems and methods for classifying pet information (2026-06-30),
8. 12664489 - Systems and methods for service location optimization (2026-06-23),
9. D1129201 - Reusable container (2026-06-09),
10. 12642513 - Kit, method, and device for sampling oral microbiome (2026-06-02),
11. 12642366 - Merchandise display for displaying, refrigerating, and dispensing containers of a frozen product (2026-06-02),
12. D1127575 - Food package (2026-05-26),
13. 12639366 - Systems and methods for a pet image search based on a pet image created by a user (2026-05-26),
14. 12638438 - SCREENING METHODS USING CANINE T2R RECEPTORS AND PET FOOD PRODUCTS AND COMPOSITIONS IDENTIFIED USING THE SAME (2026-05-26),
15. 12626803 - Individualized animal mixed food composition (2026-05-12),
Mars, Incorporated is a global manufacturer of confectionery, pet food, and other food products. Founded in 1911, the company operates in more than 80 countries and employs over 125,000 associates worldwide. Popular brands include M&M's, Snickers, Pedigree, and Uncle Ben's. Mars is committed to sustainability and responsible business practices, aiming to make a positive impact on the planet and people.
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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Sep 15 2026

1,223 Patents

#2 in McLean, VA

#10 in Virginia

#415 in US

#831 in the World

McLean, VA (US)
McLean, VA, United States of America

Mars, Incorporated

Forward Citations = 15,925

1,374 inventors:

goldMedal Leo J Romanczyk (61 out of 61 patents)

silverMedal Peter Sebastian Slusarczyk (56 out of 56 patents)

bronzeMedal Jason Michael Friedland (46 out of 46 patents)

4.  Neil A Willcocks (38 out of 40 patents)

5.  Thomas M Collins (33 out of 35 patents)

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