Chembio Diagnostic Systems, Inc.  
Trademark Usage Guidelines

Introduction

The SURE CHECK ® and STAT-PAK® trademarks of Chembio Diagnostic Systems, Inc. are used in connection with products and services worldwide to signify the quality and excellence of our products.   Chembio has obtained valuable rights through proper and continuous use of its trademarks. Adherence to the following usage guidelines will help to maintain the integrity of our brands and preserve their value.

What is a trademark?

A trademark is a word, name, symbol, device, design or phrase adopted and used by Chembio Diagnostic Systems, Inc. to identify its goods and services and to distinguish them from the goods and services of other organizations. Trademarks, also referred to as brands, are usually marked with either a ™ or an ® symbol (a ™ designates an unregistered trademark and an ® designates a registered trademark). Currently, Chembio uses two trademarks to identify its products—SURE CHECK ® and STAT-PAK®. Both trademarks are listed and used in the United States and may also be used and registered internationally by Chembio.

Referential Trademark usage

You may use Chembio trademarks to refer to Chembio products in marketing and promotional literature, print materials and other media provided that:

• You adhere to the following trademark usage guidelines
• You do not disparage Chembio Diagnostics Systems or Chembio products and services
• You do not imply a relationship or association with Chembio Diagnostic Systems that does not exist
• You use appropriate notice on all trademarks and a footnote indicating that the trademark(s) is owned by Chembio Diagnostic Systems, Inc.

General Trademark Usage Guidelines

1. Use appropriate markings. Always designate the trademark with the appropriate ™ or ® symbol.
2. Use Chembio Diagnostic Systems, Inc. trademarks as adjectives. A trademark is an adjective that modifies a noun. Always use Chembio trademarks as adjectives that describe the generic product.
   
   Incorrect:            Chembio’s  HIV 1 /2 STAT-PAK®
   Correct:              Chembio’s  HIV 1 / 2 STAT-PAK®  assay
3. Attribute ownership of Chembio’s trademarks to Chembio. When you refer to a Chembio trademark, please include a notice of trademark attribution where appropriate on all labeling, print collateral or other media:
   
   Correct:            SURE CHECK ® and STAT-PAK® are trademarks of Chembio Diagnostic Systems, Inc.
   
   
   

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