(19)Fresh off Patent
(45) Week of Oct 5, 2026 No. 5 3,852 lapsed 197 picks
No. 1 · USPTO batch of Sep 7, 2026

67 products came off patent this week

Out of 3,459 patents the USPTO marked expired for unpaid fees, these are the strongest leads in consumer products, ranked by our 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

    The write-up, demand check and manufacturing notes are for Pro members.

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

    Beverage container closure Pro

    The write-up, demand check and manufacturing notes are for Pro members.

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

    Backpack system Pro

    The write-up, demand check and manufacturing notes are for Pro members.

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