Trademark Class 26: Lace, Trimmings & Haberdashery
Class 26 covers lace, embroidery, ribbons and braid, buttons, hooks, pins, needles, artificial flowers and hair decorations. These are the finishing accessories added to a garment rather than the garment itself.
What Class 26 covers
India follows the NICE Classification (11th edition) — 45 classes in total, 34 for goods and 11 for services. Class 26 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 26 correctly matters more than the logo itself.
- Lace, embroidery patches and appliques
- Ribbons, braid and trimmings
- Buttons, hooks, eyes and zippers
- Pins, needles and sewing accessories
- Artificial flowers and fruit
- Hair ornaments, clips, bands and wigs
What Class 26 does NOT cover
| Frequently confused item | Correct class |
|---|---|
| Yarn and thread | Class 23 |
| Jewellery | Class 14 |
| Fabric | Class 24 |
| Toys | Class 28 |
Examples of goods/services in Class 26
Who files in Class 26
- Haberdashery suppliers
- Zipper and button makers
- Hair-accessory brands
- Embroidery-patch makers
- Craft-supply companies
Class 26 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 26 filing starts at ₹1,999 and includes a clearance search, TM-48 drafting, filing and objection tracking until registration.
Class 26 filing timeline
| Stage | Typical time | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Search & class confirmation | Same day | We run a Class 26 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 26
Class 26 (Lace, Trimmings & Haberdashery) — questions answered
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- 15 September 2026Reviewed rates, forms and portal workflow for Trademark Class 26. Verified against latest CBIC/CBDT notifications.
- 10 January 2026Refreshed FAQ set, added new penalty examples and jurisdiction notes.
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