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Trademark Class 22: Ropes, Nets, Tents & Fibrous Materials
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Overview of Class 22
Trademark Class 22 is the primary international classification for ropes, string, nets, tents, awnings, tarpaulins, sails, sacks and bags (not included in other classes); padding and stuffing materials (except of rubber or plastics); and raw fibrous textile materials.
Registering in Class 22 is a strategic requirement for the agriculture, shipping, and outdoor recreation industries. This class protects the brand identity of products used for tying, covering, and packaging—ranging from heavy-duty industrial ropes and fishing nets to camping tents and bulk transport sacks. In India’s major textile and jute export economy, a Class 22 trademark ensures that your fibrous materials and cordage products are legally distinct from competitors, securing your brand’s reputation for strength and reliability.
What is included?
- •Ropes & Cordage: Ropes (non-metal), string, twine, and car towing ropes
- •Nets & Meshes: Fishing nets, cargo nets, and nets for camouflage
- •Outdoor Shelters: Camping tents, awnings, tarpaulins, and sails
- •Bags & Sacks: Bulk transport sacks, gunny bags, and bags for washing hosiery
- •Padding & Stuffing: Fibers for stuffing (wool, cotton, kapok, coconut fiber)
- •Raw Fibers: Raw cotton, wool, silk, jute, hemp, and flax
- •Specialty: Hammocks, rope ladders, and mail bags
- •Maritime: Fibrous gaskets for ships and canvas for sails
What is excluded?
- •Ropes and cables of metal (Class 6)
- •Leather bags and travel luggage (Class 18)
- •Padding and stuffing made of rubber or plastics (Class 17)
- •Strings for musical instruments (Class 15)
- •Textile fabrics and piece goods (Class 24)
- •Nets for sports like tennis or football (Class 28)
- •Fitted vehicle covers (Class 12)
Tying Down Your Brand Equity
Class 22 is the home of industrial "pliables." In sectors like fishing or logistics, where the failure of a rope or sack can lead to significant loss, brand trust is everything. A registered trademark here is a certificate of industrial quality.
The Leather Distinction: A common mistake is including leather bags in Class 22. While textile sacks for bulk transport belong here, fashion bags and travel luggage made of leather or imitation leather must be filed in Class 18.
India’s Jute & Cotton Advantage: India is a global leader in raw fiber exports. For companies dealing in bulk jute sacks or raw cotton bales, a Class 22 registration is vital to prevent international buyers from confusing your high-grade fibers with lower-quality imitations.
Major Categories in Class 22
| Category | Specific Examples |
|---|---|
| Ropes & Cords | Ropes (non-metal), String, Twine, Car towing ropes, Sash cords |
| Tents & Shelters | Camping tents, Awnings (textile/synthetic), Tarpaulins, Sails |
| Nets & Meshwork | Fishing nets, Net pens for fish farming, Camouflage nets |
| Bulk Packaging | Sacks for transport, Mail bags, Bags for hosiery washing |
| Raw Textile Fibers | Raw cotton, Wool, Jute, Hemp, Silk cocoons, Flax |
| Padding & Stuffing | Animal hair, Coconut fiber, Kapok, Seaweed for stuffing |
| Industrial Cordage | Cables (non-metal), Slings and straps for handling loads |
Alphabetical List of Class 22 Items
- Animal hair
- Awnings of textile / synthetic materials
- Bags [sacks] for transport of materials in bulk
- Bags for washing hosiery
- Binding thread (non-metal) for agriculture
- Bindings (non-metal) / Body bags
- Braces (non-metal) for handling loads
- Brattice cloth / Cables (non-metal)
- Camel hair / Canvas for sails
- Car towing ropes / Carbon fibers for textile use
- Carded wool / Coconut fiber / fibre
- Cocoons / Combed wool
- Cords for hanging pictures
- Raw cotton / Cotton tow
- Cotton waste for padding and stuffing
- Covers for camouflage / Down [feathers]
- Eiderdown / Esparto grass
- Feathers for bedding / upholstery
- Raw fibrous textile / Fibrous gaskets for ships
- Fishing nets / Fleece wool / Flock [stuffing]
- Glass fibers for textile use
- Grasses for upholstering / Hammocks
- Hemp / Hemp bands / Horsehair
- Jute / Kapok / Ladder tapes for venetian blinds
- Liber / Raw linen [flax] / Linters
- Mail bags / Net pens for fish farming
- Nets for camouflage / Nets* / Network
- Outdoor blinds of textile
- Packing [cushioning] materials (non-rubber/plastic)
- Packing string / rope
- Padding materials (non-rubber/plastic)
- Plastic fibers for textile use
- Purse seines / Raffia / Ramie fibre
- Rope ladders / Ropes (non-metal) / Ropes*
- Sacks [bags] of textile for packaging
- Sails / Sails for ski sailing
- Sash cords / Sawdust / Silk waste
- Seaweed for stuffing / Sheaf-binding yarns
- Shorn wool / Raw silk / Silk flock
- Sisal / Slings (non-metal) for handling loads
- Snares [nets] / Straps (non-metal) for loads
- Straw for stuffing upholstery
- Straw wrappers for bottles
- String / Strips for tying-up vines
- Tarpaulins / Tents / Textile fibers
- Thread (non-metal) for wrapping / binding
- Tow / Twine made of paper / for nets
- Upholstery wool [stuffing]
- Vehicle covers, not fitted
- Vitreous silica fibers for textile use
- Wadding for filtering / padding / stuffing
- Wax ends / Whipcord / Wood shavings
- Wood wool / Wool flock / Raw or treated wool
- Wrapping or binding bands (non-metal)
Registration & Objection Handling
- 1. Functional Search: Conduct a thorough search in Class 22 and Class 24 (Fabrics) to avoid legal conflicts with textile conglomerates.
- 2. Descriptiveness: Avoid generic names like "STRONG ROPE" or "WATERPROOF TENT". The Registrar will reject these under Section 9.
- 3. Multi-Class Strategy: If you manufacture tents (Class 22) and sleeping bags (Class 24), you should file in both classes.
- 4. Detailed Goods List: Specify the material (e.g., "Jute ropes for maritime use") rather than just a broad term like "Ropes".
- 5. Prior Use: If your brand of fishing nets has been a staple in coastal regions for decades, providing sales invoices can overcome "Similarity" objections.
Legal Professional Insights
The Bulk Packaging Rule: Class 22 is for industrial-scale bags and sacks. For consumer-facing packaging like paper bags, you must look at Class 16.
Non-Metallic Cables: While metal cables are Class 6, modern fiber-optic or synthetic cables for load-bearing purposes fall in Class 22. Brands in the construction supply chain must be aware of this distinction.
Enforcement: A registered Class 22 trademark is essential for Indian jute exporters to protect their brand in international markets like the UK, EU, and USA via the Madrid Protocol.
Frequently Asked Questions
What products are covered under Trademark Class 22?
Class 22 covers ropes, string, nets, tents, awnings, tarpaulins, sails, sacks, padding/stuffing materials (non-rubber), and raw textile fibers.
Are leather bags included in Class 22?
No, leather bags and fashion luggage belong to Class 18. Class 22 is for industrial sacks and textile bags used for bulk transport.
Does Class 22 include fishing nets?
Yes, fishing nets, cargo nets, and net pens for fish farming are specifically categorized under Class 22.
Are camping tents included in this class?
Yes, all types of tents, awnings, and outdoor shelters are part of Class 22.
Can I trademark "HEAVY DUTY ROPE"?
No, this is a descriptive name. You must use a distinctive brand name that does not merely describe the strength or type of the product.
Are raw cotton and wool Class 22?
Yes, raw fibrous textile materials including cotton, wool, silk, and jute are included.
What is the government fee for Class 22 registration?
The e-filing fee is ₹9,000 for large companies and ₹4,500 for individuals, startups, or MSMEs.
How long does the registration take?
It typically takes 12 to 18 months, depending on the examination and any public oppositions.
Are hammocks and rope ladders included?
Yes, hammocks and non-metal rope ladders are categorized under Class 22.
Do tarpaulins belong here?
Yes, tarpaulins and non-fitted vehicle covers are Class 22 items.
Can I register in both Class 22 and Class 24?
Yes, companies that sell both raw fibers (Class 22) and finished fabrics (Class 24) often file multi-class applications.
Are jute bags Class 22?
Yes, jute sacks and bags used for the transport and storage of bulk materials are part of this class.
Are padding materials for furniture included?
Yes, padding and stuffing materials like wool, horsehair, and kapok are Class 22, provided they are not rubber or plastic.
What happens if my trademark is "Objected"?
You must file a written response within 30 days explaining why your mark is distinct and legally eligible for registration.
Is registration valid forever?
No, it is valid for 10 years, but it can be renewed indefinitely every 10 years.
Are sails for boats Class 22?
Yes, sails and canvas for sails are specifically listed in Class 22.
Are bird-protection nets included?
Yes, all types of nets (not for sports) including bird-protection and agricultural nets are part of Class 22.
Are mail bags and laundry bags included?
Yes, mail bags and bags for washing hosiery are categorized under this class.
Why is a search important for rope brands?
The industrial cordage market has many regional players. A search ensures you don’t spend money on a name that is already used locally or globally.
Are wood shavings and sawdust included?
Yes, wood shavings and sawdust used for stuffing or padding are listed in Class 22.
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