Trademark application can be filed for marks which you are already using or is planning to use in future. It is commonly applied as Word mark and Device mark. Trademark application can be filed for business name or brand name, logo, label, slogan, tagline, in regional language scripts, jingles, smell etc.
You can file any number of trademark applications for the same mark for various products or services. It is important to cover all related goods and services to avoid problems in future. Example: Classes 24, 25, 35 and 40 for Textile and Clothing companies; Classes 29, 30, 32 and 35 for Food and Beverages companies. However, each application under each class will be treated as separate when fee is calculated.
Understanding the correct trademark class for goods and services is essential for filing a strong trademark application in India.
Class 1 – Chemicals
Chemicals used in industry, science and photography, as well as in agriculture, horticulture and forestry; unprocessed artificial resins and plastics; manures; fire extinguishing compositions; tempering and soldering preparations; chemical substances for preserving foodstuffs; tanning substances; adhesives used in industry.
Class 2 – Paints and Coatings
Paints, varnishes, lacquers; preservatives against rust and wood deterioration; colorants and dyes; inks for printing, marking and engraving; raw natural resins; metals in foil and powder form for painting and decorating.
Class 3 – Cosmetics and Cleaning Preparations
Non-medicated cosmetics and toiletry preparations; perfumery and essential oils; non-medicated dentifrices; bleaching preparations and cleaning, polishing, scouring and abrasive preparations.
Class 4 – Industrial Oils and Fuels
Industrial oils and greases; lubricants; dust absorbing and binding compositions; fuels and illuminants; candles and wicks for lighting.
Class 5 – Pharmaceuticals and Medical Supplies
Pharmaceutical, medical and veterinary preparations; sanitary preparations; dietetic food for medical use; dietary supplements; disinfectants; fungicides, herbicides and preparations for destroying vermin.
Class 6 – Common Metals
Common metals and their alloys; metal building materials; transportable buildings of metal; non-electric metal cables; metal hardware; pipes and tubes of metal; metal containers; safes.
Class 7 – Machinery
Machines and machine tools; motors and engines except for land vehicles; machine coupling and transmission components; agricultural implements; incubators; automatic vending machines.
Class 8 – Hand Tools
Hand-operated tools and implements; cutlery; side arms (except firearms); razors.
Class 9 – Electronics and Software
Scientific, research, navigation, measuring and testing apparatus; electrical apparatus; recording and data processing equipment; computer software and hardware; downloadable media; fire-extinguishing apparatus.
Class 10 – Medical Devices
Surgical, medical, dental and veterinary apparatus; artificial limbs and teeth; orthopedic articles; therapeutic and assistive devices; infant care devices.
Class 11 – Environmental Control Apparatus
Apparatus for lighting, heating, cooling, cooking, refrigerating, drying, ventilating, water supply and sanitary purposes.
Class 12 – Vehicles
Vehicles and apparatus for locomotion by land, air or water.
Class 13 – Firearms and Explosives
Firearms; ammunition; explosives; fireworks.
Class 14 – Jewellery and Precious Goods
Precious metals and alloys; jewellery; precious stones; horological and chronometric instruments.
Class 15 – Musical Instruments
Musical instruments and accessories.
Class 16 – Paper and Printed Matter
Paper, cardboard and printed matter; stationery; bookbinding material; photographs; office requisites; packaging materials; printers’ type and printing blocks.
Class 17 – Rubber and Plastics
Unprocessed and semi-processed rubber and plastics; insulating materials; flexible pipes and hoses (not of metal).
Class 18 – Leather Goods
Leather and imitations; animal skins; luggage and bags; umbrellas; walking sticks; harness and saddlery; pet accessories.
Class 19 – Non-Metal Building Materials
Building materials not of metal; rigid pipes (non-metal); asphalt, pitch and bitumen; transportable buildings; monuments.
Class 20 – Furniture and Articles
Furniture; mirrors; picture frames; non-metal containers; decorative items made of wood, bone, or plastic.
Class 21 – Household Utensils
Household and kitchen utensils; cookware; cleaning articles; glassware, porcelain and earthenware.
Class 22 – Ropes and Fibres
Ropes, nets, tents, tarpaulins, sails; sacks; padding and stuffing materials; raw textile fibres.
Class 23 – Yarns and Threads
Yarns and threads for textile use.
Class 24 – Textiles
Textiles and textile substitutes; bed covers; table covers; curtains.
Class 25 – Clothing
Clothing, footwear and headgear.
Class 26 – Clothing Accessories
Lace, embroidery, ribbons; buttons, hooks, needles; artificial flowers; hair decorations.
Class 27 – Carpets and Floor Coverings
Carpets, rugs, mats; linoleum; wall hangings (non-textile).
Class 28 – Toys and Sporting Goods
Games, toys; sporting articles; video game apparatus; Christmas decorations.
Class 29 – Meat and Dairy Products
Meat, fish, poultry; preserved fruits and vegetables; dairy products; oils and fats.
Class 30 – Staple Foods
Coffee, tea, rice, flour, bread, confectionery; spices; sauces; ice.
Class 31 – Agricultural Products
Raw agricultural and forestry products; fresh fruits and vegetables; seeds; live animals; animal feed.
Class 32 – Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Beers; mineral and aerated waters; fruit juices; syrups and beverages.
Class 33 – Alcoholic Beverages
Alcoholic beverages except beers.
Class 34 – Tobacco Products
Tobacco and substitutes; cigarettes; cigars; electronic cigarettes; smokers’ articles.
Class 35 – Business and Advertising Services
Advertising; business management and administration; office functions; retail and wholesale services; marketing; e-commerce; import-export services.
Class 36 – Financial Services
Insurance; financial and monetary affairs; real estate services.
Class 37 – Construction and Repair
Construction; installation; repair services; mining and drilling.
Class 38 – Telecommunications
Telecommunication services.
Class 39 – Transport and Logistics
Transport; packaging and storage; travel arrangement; delivery services.
Class 40 – Treatment and Processing
Treatment of materials; printing; tailoring; recycling; food preservation; water treatment.
Class 41 – Education and Entertainment
Education; training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities.
Class 42 – Technology and IT Services
Scientific and technological services; research and design; industrial analysis; software and IT services.
Class 43 – Food and Accommodation
Services for providing food and drink; temporary accommodation.
Class 44 – Medical and Beauty Services
Medical, veterinary, and healthcare services; beauty care; agriculture and horticulture services.
Class 45 – Legal and Personal Services
Legal services; security services; personal and social services.
Selecting the correct trademark class in India is critical for approval and protection.
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