Katalyst Beverage Corporation, manufacturer of the popular Sippin Syrup® line of relaxation drinks, announced that it has been awarded a preliminary injunction against defendants Starco Impex Inc. d/b/a Wholesale Outlet, USA Millennium, and M. Tahir Javed in a trademark infringement action. On December 10, 2010, the United States District Court for the District of New Jersey handed down an Opinion and Order enjoining the defendants from manufacturing relaxation drinks under the confusingly similar mark "Sum Syzrrup" and from using a packaging design and style that infringes the trade dress of Sippin Syrup.®
"We are very pleased that the Court saw fit to issue this injunction, and we are committed to protecting the value and goodwill in our Sippin Syrup brand," stated Ron Urban, CEO of Katalyst. Urban added that Katalyst will continue to pursue monetary damages and permanent injunctive relief in conjunction with the lawsuit.
Sippin Syrup® brand relaxation drinks contain a balanced formula of herbs and nutrients designed to promote a state of extended relaxation. They include a proprietary blend of, among other things, chamomile extract, lavender extract, valerian root extract, L-theanine, melatonin, rose hips extract and St. John's wort extract. Sippin Syrup® comes in various flavors and sizes, including original Purple, Griptonite, Kandy, Mellin, and Lil Sip.
About Katalyst Beverage Corporation
Katalyst Beverage Corporation is a national producer, marketer and distributor of premium beverage products. Through its Sippin Syrup® brand, Katalyst has become a recognized market leader in the fast growing relaxation segment of the beverage industry. To learn about Katalyst, please visit our website at www.sippinsyrup.com.
Contacts:
Katalyst Beverage Corporation
Ron Urban, 917-273-5840
ron@sippinsyrup.com