Trademark Class 22: Ropes, Tents & Textile Fibres
Class 22 covers ropes, string, nets, tents, awnings, tarpaulins, sails, sacks, padding and raw fibrous textile materials. It sits before the yarn stage — spun yarn is Class 23 and woven fabric is Class 24.
What Class 22 covers
India follows the NICE Classification (11th edition) — 45 classes in total, 34 for goods and 11 for services. Class 22 sits in the goods group. Your trademark is only protected for the goods or services listed in the class you file, which is why picking Class 22 correctly matters more than the logo itself.
- Ropes, twine, cords and string
- Nets, tents, awnings and tarpaulins
- Sails and sacks for bulk transport
- Padding, cushioning and stuffing materials
- Raw fibrous textile materials
- Jute, coir and hemp in raw form
What Class 22 does NOT cover
| Frequently confused item | Correct class |
|---|---|
| Yarns and threads for textile use | Class 23 |
| Woven fabrics | Class 24 |
| Metal cables and wire | Class 6 |
| Jute bags for shopping | Class 18 |
Examples of goods/services in Class 22
Who files in Class 22
- Rope and cordage makers
- Tent and tarpaulin manufacturers
- Jute mills
- Fishing-net suppliers
- Packaging-sack companies
Class 22 government fees
| Applicant type | e-Filing fee | Physical filing | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Individual / Sole Proprietor | ₹4,500 per class | ₹5,000 per class | e-filing is cheaper — always file online |
| Startup (DPIIT recognised) | ₹4,500 per class | ₹5,000 per class | DPIIT certificate must be attached |
| MSME (Udyam registered) | ₹4,500 per class | ₹5,000 per class | Udyam certificate must be attached |
| Company / LLP / Partnership (non-MSME) | ₹9,000 per class | ₹10,000 per class | Register under Udyam first and save 50% |
Taxpex professional fee for a Class 22 filing starts at ₹1,999 and includes a clearance search, TM-48 drafting, filing and objection tracking until registration.
Class 22 filing timeline
| Stage | Typical time | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Search & class confirmation | Same day | We run a Class 22 search on the IP India database |
| Filing (TM-A) | 24-48 hours | Application number issued — ™ can be used immediately |
| Examination report | 3-8 months | Registry raises objections under Section 9/11 if any |
| Objection reply / hearing | 1-4 months | We draft and file the reply, appear at hearings |
| Journal publication | 2-4 months | 4-month opposition window opens |
| Registration certificate | 8-18 months total | ® symbol can be used, valid 10 years |
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Classes usually filed with Class 22
Class 22 (Ropes, Tents & Textile Fibres) — questions answered
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Content refreshed against the latest CBIC / CBDT / MCA notifications and portal changes.
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- 15 September 2026Reviewed rates, forms and portal workflow for Trademark Class 22. Verified against latest CBIC/CBDT notifications.
- 10 January 2026Refreshed FAQ set, added new penalty examples and jurisdiction notes.
- 05 October 2025Structural rewrite for EEAT — added expert commentary, playbooks and process timeline.