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Trademark Class 26: Lace, Ribbons & Sewing Accessories
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Overview of Class 26
Trademark Class 26 is the international classification for lace and embroidery, ribbons and braid; buttons, hooks and eyes, pins and needles; artificial flowers; hair decorations; and false hair.
Registering in Class 26 is essential for the "haberdashery" and garment accessory sectors. This class protects the brand identity of the decorative and functional items that complete a garment—ranging from intricate lace and embroidery to essential zippers, buttons, and hair accessories. In India’s massive textile and fashion supply chain, a Class 26 trademark ensures that your specialized trimmings and hardware brands are legally shielded from infringement, allowing you to dominate the B2B supply market and the D2C hobbyist sector.
What is included?
- •Lace & Embroidery: Lace trimmings, embroidered patches, and gold/silver embroidery
- •Ribbons & Bows: Satin ribbons, elastic ribbons, and bows for the hair
- •Fasteners: Buttons, zippers, snap fasteners, hook-and-loop tapes (Velcro)
- •Hair Accessories: Hairpins, hairbands, barrettes, and hair extensions
- •Sewing Tools: Knitting needles, sewing needles, thimbles, and needle cushions
- •Artificial Decor: Artificial flowers, fruit, and wreaths
- •Clothing Accessories: Shoulder pads, badges for wear, and buckles
- •False Hair: Wigs, toupees, false beards, and moustaches
What is excluded?
- •Thread and yarn for textile use (Class 23)
- •Textile fabrics and piece goods (Class 24)
- •Finished clothing, footwear, and headgear (Class 25)
- •Jewelry made of precious metals (Class 14)
- •Medical needles and surgical thread (Class 10)
- •Hooks and hardware of metal for general use (Class 6)
- •Beads for making jewelry (Class 14)
The Detail that Defines the Brand
Class 26 is the home of the "finishing touch." In the fashion industry, the quality of a zipper or the intricacy of lace can define a premium brand. A registered trademark in this class protects the name behind these critical components.
The Haberdashery Hub: India is one of the world’s largest exporters of embroidery and lace. For manufacturers in Surat or Lucknow, Class 26 is the primary class to protect their unique brand names on bulk lace rolls and embroidered borders.
Hair & Beauty Trends: With the explosion of the hair extension and accessory market, Class 26 has become a high-value class for beauty brands. Protecting your brand on wigs, hairpins, and decorative bands is now a multi-million rupee strategy.
Major Categories in Class 26
| Category | Specific Examples |
|---|---|
| Decorative Trimmings | Lace, Embroidery, Braids, Fringes, Tassels |
| Fastening Hardware | Buttons, Zippers, Snap fasteners, Buckles, Hooks |
| Hair Decorations | Hair bands, Bobby pins, Barrettes, Hair nets, Wigs |
| Sewing Essentials | Needles, Thimbles, Pin cushions, Needle cases |
| Artificial Items | Artificial flowers, Fruit, Garlands, Wreaths |
| Clothing Add-ons | Shoulder pads, Badges (non-precious), Arm bands |
| Ribbons & Ties | Elastic ribbons, Bows, Shoe laces, Cords for clothing |
Alphabetical List of Class 26 Items
- Appliqués [haberdashery]
- Artificial flowers / fruit / garlands
- Artificial plants / wreaths
- Badges for wear (non-precious metal)
- Beads (other than for jewelry making)
- Belt clasps / Binding needles
- Birds’ feathers [clothing accessories]
- Blouse fasteners / Dress body fasteners
- Bobbins for embroidery floss (non-machine)
- Bodkins / Bows for the hair
- Boxes for needles / Braids
- Brassards / Arm bands
- Brooches [clothing accessories]
- Buckles [clothing accessories]
- Buttons* / Chenille [passementerie]
- Collar supports / Competitors’ numbers
- Cords for clothing / Cords for rimming
- Corset busks / Whalebones for corsets
- Darning needles / lasts
- Decorative articles for the hair
- Edgings for clothing / Elastic ribbons
- Embroidering crochet hooks
- Embroidery / Fancy goods [embroidery]
- Expanding bands for holding sleeves
- Eyelets for clothing / False beards
- False hair / False hems / False moustaches
- Fastenings for clothing / suspenders
- Feathers [clothing accessories]
- Festoons [embroidery] / Frills
- Fringes / Gold embroidery
- Haberdashery* (except thread)
- Hair bands / grips / bobby pins
- Hair curling pins / barrettes / slides
- Hair pins / nets / extensions
- Hair colouring caps / curling papers
- Hair curlers (non-hand implements)
- Hat ornaments (non-precious metal)
- Heat adhesive patches for textile
- Hook and pile fastening tapes (Velcro)
- Hooks [haberdashery] / for corsets
- Human hair / Knitting needles
- Lace for edgings / trimmings
- Letters for marking linen / Mica spangles
- Monogram tabs / Needle cushions
- Needle cases / Needles*
- Needles for wool combing machines
- Numerals for marking linen
- Ornamental novelty badges [buttons]
- Ostrich feathers [clothing accessories]
- Picot [lace] / Pin cushions
- Pins (other than jewelry)
- Plaited hair / Tresses of hair
- Prize ribbons / Reins for children
- Ribbons [haberdashery] / Rosettes
- Rug hooks / Saddlers’ needles
- Sewing needles / boxes / thimbles
- Shoe fasteners / hooks / laces
- Shoe ornaments (non-precious metal)
- Shoe eyelets / buckles
- Shoemakers’ needles / Shoulder pads
- Shuttles for making fishing nets
- Silver embroidery / Skirt flounces
- Snap fasteners / Spangles for clothing
- Tapes for curtain headings / Tassels
- Tinsels / Orsedew [trimmings]
- Top-knots [pompoms] / Toupees
- Trimmings for clothing / Trouser clips
- Wigs / Woollen laces
- Zip fasteners / Zippers / Zip fasteners for bags
Registration & Objection Handling
- 1. Functional Search: Conduct a thorough search in Class 26 and Class 14 (Jewelry) to avoid legal conflicts with fashion accessory giants.
- 2. Descriptiveness: Avoid generic names like "SILK RIBBON" or "METAL BUTTON". The Registrar will reject these under Section 9.
- 3. Multi-Class Strategy: If you sell lace (Class 26) and the fabric it is attached to (Class 24), file in both classes.
- 4. Detailed Goods List: Specify the use (e.g., "Zippers for bags and garments") rather than just a broad term like "Fasteners".
- 5. Prior Use: For embroidery brands from traditional hubs like Varanasi or Surat, providing "Craft Council Certificates" or "Sales Records" can overcome distinctiveness objections.
Legal Professional Insights
The Jewelry Boundary: While Class 26 covers fashion buckles and pins, if they are made of precious metal or involve real gemstones, they must be registered in Class 14.
Hair Industry Growth: Trademarks for "Hair Extensions" and "Wigs" are seeing a surge in India. Ensuring your brand is registered in Class 26 is the first step toward building a salon-grade professional brand.
Enforcement: A registered Class 26 trademark allows manufacturers to protect their designs from being cloned by industrial "job-work" units that produce generic trimmings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is covered under Trademark Class 26?
Class 26 covers lace, embroidery, ribbons, braids, buttons, zippers, needles, hair accessories, artificial flowers, and false hair.
Are sewing threads included in Class 26?
No, yarns and threads for textile use belong to Class 23. Class 26 covers the tools like needles and the trimmings like lace.
Does Class 26 include hair clips and bands?
Yes, all decorative hair accessories including hairbands, pins, clips, barrettes, and hair nets are in Class 26.
Are artificial flowers and plants Class 26?
Yes, artificial flowers, fruit, garlands, and wreaths are specifically categorized under Class 26.
Can I trademark "BEAUTIFUL LACE"?
No, this is a descriptive and laudatory name. You must use a distinctive brand name for your lace products.
Are zippers and buttons included?
Yes, all types of buttons, zippers, snap fasteners, and hook-and-loop tapes (like Velcro) are Class 26 goods.
What is the government fee for Class 26 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 examination and any public oppositions.
Are wigs and hair extensions included?
Yes, wigs, toupees, hair extensions, and even false beards and moustaches are part of Class 26.
Do shoe laces and buckles belong here?
Yes, shoe laces, buckles, and non-precious metal shoe ornaments are Class 26 items.
Can I register in both Class 25 and Class 26?
Yes, clothing brands that also sell specialized trimmings or accessories often file multi-class applications.
Are knitting needles included?
Yes, knitting needles, sewing needles, and embroidery crochet hooks are categorized under Class 26.
Are shoulder pads and collar supports included?
Yes, internal garment accessories like shoulder pads and collar supports are Class 26 goods.
What happens if my trademark is "Objected"?
You must file a written response within 30 days explaining why your mark is unique 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 sequins and spangles included?
Yes, spangles for clothing, sequins, and mica spangles are specifically listed in Class 26.
Are pin cushions and thimbles included?
Yes, sewing thimbles and needle/pin cushions are categorized under this class.
Are arm bands and badges included?
Yes, arm bands (brassards) and badges for wear (not of precious metal) are part of Class 26.
Why is a search important for accessory brands?
The garment trimming market is fragmented with many small players. A search ensures your brand name is truly unique before you invest in packaging.
Are beads included in Class 26?
Beads used for decoration (not for making jewelry) are Class 26. Beads for jewelry making often fall into Class 14.
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