Trademark Class 29: Meat, Dairy & Processed Foods
Class 29 covers meat, fish, poultry, preserved and processed fruits and vegetables, eggs, milk and dairy products, edible oils and fats. The Class 29 vs Class 30 line matters: Class 29 is protein, dairy and preserved produce; Class 30 is grain, spices and bakery.
What Class 29 covers
India follows the NICE Classification (11th edition) — 45 classes in total, 34 for goods and 11 for services. Class 29 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 29 correctly matters more than the logo itself.
- Meat, fish, poultry and seafood
- Milk, curd, paneer, ghee, butter and cheese
- Edible oils and fats
- Preserved, dried and cooked fruits and vegetables
- Pickles, jams and fruit pulp
- Dry fruits, nuts, snacks of potato and pulses
What Class 29 does NOT cover
| Frequently confused item | Correct class |
|---|---|
| Tea, coffee, spices, rice and flour | Class 30 |
| Fresh unprocessed produce | Class 31 |
| Beverages and juices | Class 32 |
| Restaurant services | Class 43 |
Examples of goods/services in Class 29
Who files in Class 29
- Dairy brands
- Snack companies
- Edible-oil manufacturers
- Frozen-food startups
- Pickle and preserve makers
Class 29 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 29 filing starts at ₹1,999 and includes a clearance search, TM-48 drafting, filing and objection tracking until registration.
Class 29 filing timeline
| Stage | Typical time | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Search & class confirmation | Same day | We run a Class 29 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 29
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- 15 September 2026Reviewed rates, forms and portal workflow for Trademark Class 29. Verified against latest CBIC/CBDT notifications.
- 10 January 2026Refreshed FAQ set, added new penalty examples and jurisdiction notes.
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