Trademark Class 23: Yarns & Threads
Class 23 is a narrow class covering yarns and threads for textile use. It is the bridge between raw fibre (Class 22) and finished fabric (Class 24), and is filed mainly by spinning mills and thread brands.
What Class 23 covers
India follows the NICE Classification (11th edition) — 45 classes in total, 34 for goods and 11 for services. Class 23 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 23 correctly matters more than the logo itself.
- Cotton, silk, wool and blended yarns
- Sewing and embroidery threads
- Elastic yarn for textile use
- Synthetic and rayon yarn
- Chenille and fancy yarns
- Thread of plastic or glass fibre for textile use
What Class 23 does NOT cover
| Frequently confused item | Correct class |
|---|---|
| Raw textile fibres | Class 22 |
| Woven and knitted fabrics | Class 24 |
| Surgical suture thread | Class 10 |
| Metal wire | Class 6 |
Examples of goods/services in Class 23
Who files in Class 23
- Spinning mills
- Thread brands
- Yarn traders
- Embroidery-supply companies
- Textile exporters
Class 23 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 23 filing starts at ₹1,999 and includes a clearance search, TM-48 drafting, filing and objection tracking until registration.
Class 23 filing timeline
| Stage | Typical time | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Search & class confirmation | Same day | We run a Class 23 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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- 15 September 2026Reviewed rates, forms and portal workflow for Trademark Class 23. Verified against latest CBIC/CBDT notifications.
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