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Memphis, TN, United States of America

Plough, Inc.

USPTO Granted Patents = 58

Trademarks = 16

Forward Citations = 1,356

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40 inventors (with patents filed for the assignee):

Ted I Kingsford (19 out of 20 patents)

James E McShane (6 out of 9 patents)

Carl Kaplan (5 out of 10 patents)

4. Robert L Baumgartner (4 out of 4 patents)

5. Alan M Beychok (4 out of 5 patents)

6. Marilyn Conklin (4 out of 4 patents)

7. Julio Gans Russ (3 out of 32 patents)

8. Donna L Barrom (3 out of 3 patents)

9. Albert K Taylor (3 out of 3 patents)

10. Clive Chajet (3 out of 3 patents)

11. John Ford (1 out of 6 patents)

12. Walter G Chambliss (1 out of 1 patent)

13. Joseph Haslwanter (1 out of 1 patent)

14. Robert J Edmundson (1 out of 4 patents)

15. Robert Klesges (1 out of 1 patent)

Core Competencies:

Cosmetic Container

Makeup Applicator

Non-Cariogenic Confections

Skin Cooling Method

High-SPF Sunscreen

Dyeing Eggs

Long-Wearing Eyeshadow

Tamper-Resistant Package

Vitamin Tablet

Mascara Applicator

Topical Compositions

Adjustable Wiper

58 patents: Sort by Forward Citations

1. 5021457 - Method for aiding cessation of smoking (1991-06-04),

2. 5009940 - Cup for dyeing eggs (1991-04-23),

3. D313751 - Bottle (1991-01-15),

4. 4967687 - Apparatus for dyeing eggs (1990-11-06),

5. 4963359 - Non-cariogenic confections (1990-10-16),

6. 4940574 - Non-aqueous high SPF sunscreen oils (1990-07-10),

7. D308101 - Oral medicament dispenser for liquid or cream (1990-05-22),

8. 4919954 - Compositions and methods of decorating firm-rinded fruit (1990-04-24),

9. 4898283 - Moveable display rack assembly (1990-02-06),

10. 4892427 - Seal for a dosage dispenser tube (1990-01-09),

11. 4873078 - High-gloss, high-shine lipstick (1989-10-10),

12. 4857307 - Alcohol free-liquid makeup composition (1989-08-15),

13. 4853240 - Method for dyeing eggs using a water soluble dyeing composition in a (1989-08-01),

14. 4832060 - Loose make-up powder container (1989-05-23),

15. D298471 - Lipstick holder (1988-11-08),

Company Overview

Plough, Inc., based in Memphis, TN, specializes in the development and manufacturing of innovative cosmetic formulations. The company focuses on a diverse range of products, including high-SPF sunscreens, long-wearing eyeshadows, and non-cariogenic confections. Plough, Inc. is also known for its advancements in cosmetic containers and makeup applicators, as well as unique solutions for skin cooling methods and tamper-resistant packaging. Their commitment to quality and safety positions them as a notable player in the cosmetics industry.

Profile summary synthesized from public USPTO records and patent filings.

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USPTO Data Jan 1 1976 - Oct 6 2026

58 Patents

#16 in Memphis, TN

#55 in Tennessee

#6,151 in US

#12,380 in the World

Memphis, TN, United States of America

Plough, Inc.

Forward Citations = 1,356

40 inventors:

Ted I Kingsford (19 out of 20 patents)

James E McShane (6 out of 9 patents)

Carl Kaplan (5 out of 10 patents)

4. Robert L Baumgartner (4 out of 4 patents)

5. Alan M Beychok (4 out of 5 patents)

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Company Patent Portfolio: Plough, Inc.. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/company/plough

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]

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