Whenever you apply for trademark registration in India, you have to select a proper class to show the goods or services your brand offers. India follows the Nice Classification system, which categorises all goods and services into 45 classes. Trademark Class 22 specifically covers ropes, string, nets, tents, awnings, tarpaulins, sails, sacks, padding, cushioning, and stuffing materials (except those made for rubber or plastics), raw fibrous textile materials, and other related goods.
If your business deals in industrial textile products, packaging materials, tents, ropes, or fibrous textile goods, registering your trademark under Class 22 ensures exclusive rights, legal protection, and brand recognition.
What is Trademark Class 22?
Trademark Class 22 covers ropes, strings, nets, tents, awnings, tarpaulins, sails, sacks, padding and cushioning materials (except rubber or plastic), raw fibrous textile materials, and related goods used in industrial, household, and commercial applications.
Goods Covered under Trademark Class 22
1. Ropes, Strings, and Cords
- Natural and synthetic ropes, cords, and twines
- Cable ties, rigging ropes, and mooring ropes
- Binder twine, braided cords, and climbing ropes
2. Nets and Meshes
- Fishing nets, sports nets, and cargo nets
- Decorative nets and protective nets for construction or agriculture
- Safety nets and anti-bird nets
3. Tents, Awnings, and Sails
- Camping tents, portable shelters, and tarpaulins
- Awnings for homes, shops, and vehicles
- Sails for boats and other watercraft
4. Packaging and Storage Materials
- Bags, sacks, and woven fabric packaging materials
- Industrial sacks, jute bags, and burlap sacks
- Textile-based storage containers
5. Padding, Cushioning, and Stuffing Materials
- Textile or fibrous padding for furniture, mattresses, and mattress stuffing
- Cushion fillings, pillows, and quilts (non-rubber, non-plastic)
- Mats, blankets, and textile insulation materials
6. Raw Fibrous Textile Materials
- Cotton, jute, hemp, flax, coir, wool, and silk in raw or semi-processed form
- Fibers and yarns used for textile or industrial applications
- Braided, spun, or woven fibrous materials for manufacturing
7. Miscellaneous Articles
- Parachutes and safety harnesses made of textile or rope
- Textile webbing, belting, and straps
- Textile nets for sports, agriculture, or industrial use
Examples of Trademarks in Class 22
- Coir Products for ropes, mats, and padding
- Nylon & Co. for industrial cords and ropes
- Tentco for tents, tarpaulins, and camping gear
- Burlap Bags Ltd. for sacks and woven packaging materials
When Should You Register under TM Class 22?
You should register your trademark under Class 22 if your business is engaged in:
- Manufacturing or selling ropes, cords, or nets
- Camping gear, tents, awnings, or sails
- Fibrous textile materials in raw or semi-processed form
- Cushions, padding, mattresses, and non-plastic stuffing materials
- Textile-based packaging, sacks, or industrial storage solutions
What is Not Covered in Class 22?
| S. No. | Excluded Goods | Correct Class |
| 1. | Rubber or plastic ropes | Class 17 |
| 2. | Canvas or rubber tarpaulins | Class 17 |
| 3. | Plastic sacks or packaging | Class 17 |
| 4. | Furniture padding made of rubber/plastic | Class 20 |
| 5. | Textile finished clothing | Class 25 |
Benefits of Registering under Trademark Class 22
When you register your trademark under Class 22, you get a lot of benefits, such as:
- Registration grants exclusive rights to use your trademark for all goods under Class 22.
- Trademark registration legally prevents others from using identical or confusingly similar marks in the same product category.
- It enhances brand credibility in industrial, household, and commercial textile markets.
- It provides flexibility to expand into related textile and fibrous goods while retaining protection.
- It helps in building consumer trust and establishing a place in the new market.
How to register a Trademark under Class 22 in India
Step 1: Conduct Trademark Search
Search online at the IP India portal to check whether your proposed brand name, logo, or tagline is not already registered with the trademark registry.
Step 2: File Application (Form TM-A)
Submit the trademark application, including details of your goods under Class 22, and pay the required fees.
Step 3: Examination
Once you file your trademark application, the Registrar of Trademarks will examine it to check whether it complies with the requirements of Sections 9 and 11 of the Trademarks Act, 1999.
If the Registrar raises any objections, an Examination Report will be issued, and then:
- You need to file a reply to the objections within 30 days from the date of receipt of the report.
- If the Registrar finds the reply satisfactory, the application will proceed to publication.
- If not, the Registrar may issue a show-cause notice calling for a hearing to ask for clarification.
Step 4: Publication in Trademark Journal
Once your trademark application is accepted, your trademark will be advertised in the Trademark Journal for four months to allow others to oppose it.
Step 5: Registration
If no opposition is filed, or if the case is decided in your favour, a Trademark Registration Certificate is issued.
FAQs
1. What is covered under Trademark Class 22?
Ropes, nets, tents, awnings, tarpaulins, sails, sacks, padding, cushioning and stuffing materials (except rubber or plastic), and raw fibrous textile materials.
2. Who should register under Class 22?
Manufacturers or traders dealing in ropes, nets, tents, sacks, textile padding, fibrous materials, or industrial textile goods.
3. What items are not covered in Class 22?
Rubber or plastic ropes, plastic sacks, rubber furniture padding, finished textiles for clothing, or canvas tarpaulins.
4. What are the benefits of registering a trademark under Class 22?
Exclusive rights for your goods, legal protection against imitation, enhanced brand image, and recognition in industrial and household textile markets.
5. How can a trademark be registered under Class 22 in India?
Conduct a search, file Form TM-A, respond to objections, publish in the Trademark Journal, and obtain registration after approval.
6. How long is a Class 22 trademark valid?
A Class 22 trademark is valid for 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely every 10 years.
