Trademark Class 6: Common Metals & Hardware
Class 6 covers common metals and their alloys, metal building materials, metal hardware, safes, pipes, and small items of metal ironmongery. If the identical article is made of non-metal material it usually falls in Class 19 or 20 instead.
What Class 6 covers
India follows the NICE Classification (11th edition) — 45 classes in total, 34 for goods and 11 for services. Class 6 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 6 correctly matters more than the logo itself.
- Common metals and alloys, ores
- Metal building materials and structures
- Metal pipes, tubes and fittings
- Locks, keys, hinges, nails and screws of metal
- Safes and strongboxes
- Metal containers for storage and transport
What Class 6 does NOT cover
| Frequently confused item | Correct class |
|---|---|
| Non-metal building materials | Class 19 |
| Hand tools | Class 8 |
| Electric cables | Class 9 |
| Metal furniture | Class 20 |
Examples of goods/services in Class 6
Who files in Class 6
- Steel and alloy makers
- Hardware brands
- Lock manufacturers
- Pipe and fitting companies
- Metal fabricators
Class 6 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 6 filing starts at ₹1,999 and includes a clearance search, TM-48 drafting, filing and objection tracking until registration.
Class 6 filing timeline
| Stage | Typical time | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Search & class confirmation | Same day | We run a Class 6 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 6
Class 6 (Common Metals & Hardware) — questions answered
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- 15 September 2026Reviewed rates, forms and portal workflow for Trademark Class 6. Verified against latest CBIC/CBDT notifications.
- 10 January 2026Refreshed FAQ set, added new penalty examples and jurisdiction notes.
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