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McLean, VA, United States of America

Mars, Incorporated


USPTO Granted Patents = 1,224

% Expired Patents = 7.6



Trademarks = 520

Forward Citations = 15,925

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1,379 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

1,224 patents:

1. D1149646 - Packaging carton (2026-09-29),
2. D1146210 - Pet food (2026-09-08),
3. D1146209 - Pet food (2026-09-08),
4. D1145285 - Pet food (2026-09-01),
5. D1141910 - PACKAGING CARTON (2026-08-18),
6. 12698538 - METHODS FOR PREDICTING EQUINE WEIGHT LOSS PROPENSITY (2026-08-04),
7. 12685294 - Systems and methods for restraint-free animal positioner (2026-07-21),
8. 12670588 - Systems and methods for classifying pet information (2026-06-30),
9. 12664489 - Systems and methods for service location optimization (2026-06-23),
10. D1129201 - Reusable container (2026-06-09),
11. 12642513 - Kit, method, and device for sampling oral microbiome (2026-06-02),
12. 12642366 - Merchandise display for displaying, refrigerating, and dispensing containers of a frozen product (2026-06-02),
13. D1127575 - Food package (2026-05-26),
14. 12639366 - Systems and methods for a pet image search based on a pet image created by a user (2026-05-26),
15. 12638438 - SCREENING METHODS USING CANINE T2R RECEPTORS AND PET FOOD PRODUCTS AND COMPOSITIONS IDENTIFIED USING THE SAME (2026-05-26),
Mars, Incorporated is a global leader in pet food innovation, headquartered in McLean, Virginia. The company specializes in developing and manufacturing a wide range of pet food products, focusing on flavor compositions, meat analogues, and health diagnostics. Mars is also involved in pet tracking technologies and animal chew products, enhancing the overall well-being of pets. In addition to its pet food segment, the company has a strong presence in confectionery and data collection, driving advancements in both pet care and consumer goods.
Profile summary based on public USPTO records.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 6 2026

1,224 Patents

#2 in McLean, VA

#10 in Virginia

#416 in US

#834 in the World

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

Mars, Incorporated

Forward Citations = 15,925

1,379 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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