Trademark Class 8: Hand Tools & Cutlery
Class 8 covers hand tools and implements that are operated manually, cutlery, side arms and razors. The key test is manual operation — the moment a tool is machine-driven it moves to Class 7, and electric personal-care devices sit in Class 8 only when they are shaving or grooming devices.
What Class 8 covers
India follows the NICE Classification (11th edition) — 45 classes in total, 34 for goods and 11 for services. Class 8 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 8 correctly matters more than the logo itself.
- Hand-operated tools and implements
- Cutlery, knives, forks and spoons
- Razors, shaving and grooming implements
- Manicure and pedicure implements
- Side arms other than firearms
- Manual gardening tools
What Class 8 does NOT cover
| Frequently confused item | Correct class |
|---|---|
| Power tools and machines | Class 7 |
| Surgical instruments | Class 10 |
| Cooking utensils | Class 21 |
| Firearms | Class 13 |
Examples of goods/services in Class 8
Who files in Class 8
- Tool brands
- Cutlery makers
- Grooming-product companies
- Hardware exporters
- Gardening-tool sellers
Class 8 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 8 filing starts at ₹1,999 and includes a clearance search, TM-48 drafting, filing and objection tracking until registration.
Class 8 filing timeline
| Stage | Typical time | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Search & class confirmation | Same day | We run a Class 8 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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