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(45) Week of Oct 5, 2026 No. 5 3,852 lapsed 197 listed
No. 1 · USPTO batch of Sep 7, 2026

67 consumer products lapsed this week

Selected from 3,459 patents the USPTO recorded as expired for unpaid fees, ranked by opportunity score.

  1. 1

    Rear inset pocket for pants that sits flush with the outer fabric

    This patent covers pants with a rear pocket formed from two separate pocket panels, an interior panel fastened to the garment’s inner surface and an exterior panel inset into an opening...

    Apparel & Footwear US 10,034,504 lapsed Jul 31, 20267.5-yr fee missed
    79score / 100
    demand
    makeable
    novelty
    clear
  2. 2

    Injection-molded half‑insert (shoe mid‑sole fork)

    A rigid, injection‑molded half‑insert (called a half fork) intended to sit in the mid‑sole/waist region of a shoe to stiffen and support the arch. It pairs a molded plastic main body...

    Apparel & Footwear US 8,793,903 lapsed Aug 5, 202611.5-yr fee missed
    79score / 100
    demand
    makeable
    novelty
    clear
  3. 3

    Phone case with a pull‑out folding brace

    A mobile device protective cover that stores a multi‑part brace inside the case and, when pulled out, unfolds to prop the phone or tablet upright for hands‑free viewing. The brace...

    Bags, Jewelry & Accessories US 10,038,467 lapsed Jul 31, 20267.5-yr fee missed
    76score / 100
    demand
    makeable
    novelty
    clear
  4. 4

    Foam soap pump with a removable restrictor that creates a lost-motion gap

    This is a refillable foam dispenser pump and refill unit that uses a flexible connector between the actuator and pistons plus a removable restrictor piece to create an initial...

    Bath & Personal Care US 10,034,585 lapsed Jul 31, 20267.5-yr fee missed
    74score / 100
    demand
    makeable
    novelty
    clear
  5. 5

    Toolbox buckle with dual torque springs and linked lever rods

    A mechanical latch assembly for a toolbox cover that uses a connector with two transverse levers whose rods engage bores in a separate buckle, plus an elastic element made from two...

    Tools & Hardware US 10,035,256 lapsed Jul 31, 20267.5-yr fee missed
    74score / 100
    demand
    makeable
    novelty
    clear
  6. 6

    A carrier device for vehicles Pro

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    Auto & Bike Accessories US 10,035,471 lapsed Jul 31, 20267.5-yr fee missed
    ··score / 100
  7. 7

    Beverage container closure Pro

    Write-up, demand check and manufacturing notes available with Pro.

    Storage & Containers US 10,035,629 lapsed Jul 31, 20267.5-yr fee missed
    ··score / 100
  8. 8

    Backpack system Pro

    Write-up, demand check and manufacturing notes available with Pro.

    Outdoors & Camping US 10,034,533 lapsed Jul 31, 20267.5-yr fee missed
    ··score / 100
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