Trademark Class 23 in India: Yarns, Threads & Textile Fibres — Complete Filing Guide (2026)
If your business deals in yarns, threads & textile fibres, you need Trademark Class 23 registration in India to protect your brand legally. This guide covers the exact goods covered, which Indian industries must file under Class 23, how to search for existing marks, how to file the application, the fees, and key mistakes to avoid.
What Does Trademark Class 23 Cover? Official IP India Definition
India uses the Nice Classification (NCL) 11th Edition — an international system classifying all goods and services into 45 classes. IP India assigns every trademark to one or more of these classes during examination.
Trademark Class 23 officially covers:
This is a Goods class (Classes 1–34 cover physical goods; Classes 35–45 cover services).
Which Indian Businesses Need Class 23 Trademark Registration?
The following industries and business types must file under Trademark Class 23 in India to protect their brand names:
- Yarn manufacturers
- thread producers
- textile spinning mills
- cotton/polyester yarn brands
- embroidery thread companies
- silk thread producers
India is the world's second-largest textile producer. The yarn and thread industry — centred in Coimbatore, Surat, Ludhiana, and Tiruppur — feeds the entire textile supply chain. Branded yarn commands premium prices in B2B markets — a registered trademark distinguishes quality spinning mills from unbranded commodity suppliers.
Types of Brand Names Registered Under Class 23
Here are the types of trademarks that are typically filed and registered under Class 23 in India:
- Cotton yarn brand names
- polyester thread trademarks
- silk thread brand names
- knitting wool marks
- embroidery thread brands
When searching the IP India portal for Class 23, you will find both active (Registered, Objected) and inactive (Abandoned, Removed) marks. Only active marks can create conflicts with your proposed brand name.
Critical Classification Tip for Class 23
Finished clothing (garments) falls under Class 25. Woven fabric falls under Class 24. Class 23 covers only the raw yarn and thread used to make fabric.
How to Search Trademarks in Class 23 on IP India
- Go to ipindiaonline.gov.in → Trademark → Public Search
- For text brand names: select Wordmark Search
- For logos: select Vienna Code Search
- In the Class field, select Class 23
- Enter your proposed brand name and click Search
- Review all results including phonetically or visually similar marks
- Also search in related classes: Class 24 (finished textiles/fabric), Class 25 (clothing/garments made from yarn), Class 26 (embroidery/lace products using thread)
- Export/screenshot the results with timestamp for your records
How to File a Class 23 Trademark Application in India
Verify that your specific goods/services match the official Class 23 definition. Misclassification leads to rejection or inadequate protection.
Search IP India database for Class 23 conflicts. Also search related classes listed above.
Compile: PAN, business registration, Udyam certificate (MSME), mark/logo file, Power of Attorney.
Submit on IP India portal. Pay ₹4,500 (MSME/individual) or ₹9,000 (company) for Class 23. ™ usable from filing date.
Track status on IP India using application number. Examination Report expected in 3–6 months.
If objection raised, file detailed reply within 30 days. Attorney assistance strongly recommended.
After Journal publication (4-month opposition window), registration certificate issued. ® symbol permitted.
Official Fees for Class 23 Trademark Registration (2026)
| Applicant Category | Online Fee (per class) | Offline Fee (per class) |
|---|---|---|
| Individual / Sole Proprietor | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| MSME (Udyam Registered) | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| DPIIT-Recognised Startup | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| Company / LLP / Partnership | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| Renewal of Class 23 Mark | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| Expedited Examination | ₹20,000 (MSME) / ₹40,000 (others) | N/A |
Related Trademark Classes to File Alongside Class 23
Many businesses in the Class 23 sector also need to register in related classes to get complete brand protection. Consider filing in:
Class 24 (finished textiles/fabric), Class 25 (clothing/garments made from yarn), Class 26 (embroidery/lace products using thread)
Filing in all applicable classes simultaneously is more cost-effective than filing additional applications later. Discuss your full product/service scope with a trademark attorney before filing.
Frequently Asked Questions — Trademark Class 23 India
What is the difference between Class 23 and adjacent classes?
Class 23 specifically covers: yarns and threads for textile use. Adjacent classes cover related but distinct categories — Class 24 (finished textiles/fabric), Class 25 (clothing/garments made from yarn), Class 26 (embroidery/lace products using thread). If your business spans both, file in all applicable classes.
How long does it take to register a Class 23 trademark in India?
Approximately 18–24 months for a smooth application. Expedited examination (additional ₹20,000–40,000 fee) can fast-track the examination stage to 30 working days. You can use the ™ symbol from the date of filing regardless of registration status.
Can I file a Class 23 trademark online in India?
Yes. 100% of the trademark application process is done online via ipindiaonline.gov.in. Online filing is mandatory for most applicants and also gives you the lower fee rate (₹4,500 vs ₹5,000 for MSME/individuals).
Do I need to file Class 23 and other classes separately?
Yes. Each trademark class requires a separate government fee. However, you can include multiple classes in a single Form TM-A application (multi-class application). You pay the fee for each class individually within that single application form.
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