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An Overview of Trademark Class 17

Trademark class 17 is a significant category of 45 NICE classifications used to identify and classify products or services. The class 17 of trademark represents a world of elasticity and adaptability, encompassing products made from rubber and similar materials. The class further encompasses a wide range of products that stretch, protect, and insulate, ranging from everyday necessities to industrial innovations. Trademark Class 41 covers education, training, entertainment, and cultural services.

The legal foundation for the classification system, including class 17 trademark India, is rooted in the NICE Agreement concerning the International Classification of Goods and Services for Trademark Registration of Marks (1957). However, the underlying principle for trademark class 17 ensures protecting items that serve practical purposes in sectors such as construction, engineering, and manufacturing.

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Scope of Class 17 in Trademark India

The scope of protection granted by a trademark in class 17 is not limited to the precise terms listed under the classification. Have a look over the extended scope of class 17 in Trademark India, which primarily includes the following:

Rubber and Plastic Products

It includes flexible pipes, hoses, fittings, seals, sealants, asbestos, waterproofing and moisture-proofing, etc.

Plastic in Extruded form for Use in Manufacture

The scope of class 17 in trademark India extends to semi-finished plastic goods, such as sheets, rods, and films intended for use in production.

Packing, Stopping, and Insulating Materials

The scope of trademark class 17 extends to products like insulating tapes, sealing materials, and thermal insulating products.

Flexible Pipes, Not of Metal

The scope of trademark class 17 extends to flexible pipes made from synthetic materials such as rubber, and plastic, used in a wide range of industrial applications.

Materials for Protecting and Sealing

The scope of trademark class 17 extends to sealing compounds, packing materials, and similar substances used in sealing and protection industries.

Padding and Stuffing Materials of Rubber or Plastic

The trademark class 17 also includes padding and cushioning materials used for industrial and consumer applications.

Floating Anti-Pollution Barrier

The scope of trademark class 17 includes specialized materials for environmental protection, such as floating barriers used for oil spill containment, water pollution control barriers, etc.

Electrical, Thermal, and Acoustic Insulating Materials

The scope of trademark class 17 includes materials used to insulate electricity, heat, and sound, such as electric insulating products, heat-resistant rubber, and acoustic insulation materials.

Certain goods

The scope of trademark class 17 further extends to include certain goods made from rubber, plastic, or similar materials not falling under other specific classifications.

Adhesive tapes

The scope of trademark class 17 includes industrial and commercial adhesive tapes, such as electrical insulating tapes and heat-resistant and waterproof adhesive tapes, not for medical or household purposes.

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Goods Classified Under Trademark Class 17

The goods classified under trademark class 17 are as discussed below:

Rubber and Gutta-Percha

It includes natural and synthetic rubbers, essential for manufacturing products that require elasticity and durability.

Rubber Sheets and Strips

It includes sheets and strips of rubber that serve as a foundational material for various applications.

Rubber Hoses and Tubes

It includes hoses and tubes made from rubber, which is commonly used for conveying fluids and gasses.

Rubber Seals and Gaskets

It includes rubber seals and gaskets that prevent leakage and provide insulation.

Insulating Materials

It includes insulating materials for electricity, heat, and sound, rubber-based insulating materials, insulating paints, and coatings.

Adhesive Bands and Tapes

It includes non-metallic adhesive tapes for industrial or commercial use and electrical insulating tapes.

Goods Not Classified Under Trademark Class 17

The list of goods not classified under trademark class 17 is as discussed below:

TM Class 1: Rubber-Based Adhesives

The trademark class 1, which includes rubber-based adhesives for industrial and commercial use, are not included or classified under trademark class 17.

TM Class 5: Rubber for dental purposes

The TM class 5, which includes rubber for dental purposes and medical adhesives such as surgical tapes, wound dressings, etc., are not classified under trademark class 17.

TM Class 12: Adhesive Rubber Patches for Repairing Inner Tubes

The adhesive rubber patches for repairing inner tubes, rubber tyres for vehicles, inner tubes, and other parts for automobiles are not classified under trademark class 17.

TM Class 16: Plastic Films and Sheets for Packaging

The plastic films for wrapping or packaging, plastic bags, and pouches for storage or shopping are not classified under trademark class 17.

TM Class 19: Construction Material Made of Rubber or Plastic

Trademark class 17 does not include other construction-related products classified as non-metal pipes for construction and plumbing, plastic panels, partitions, construction boards, etc.

TM Class 20: Decorative and Artistic Goods

The artistic and decorative goods, which include plastic statues, sculptures, decorations, rubber & plastic-based artificial flowers or ornaments, are not classified under trademark class 17.

TM Class 25: Clothing and Footwear Made of Rubber or Plastic

The clothing and footwear made of rubber or plastic, such as rubber boots, shoes, sandals, plastic aprons, gloves, and protective clothing, are not classified under the class 17 trademark.

What are the Classes Related to Trademark Class 17?

The classes related (coordinated) to trademark class 17 are as enlisted below:

TM Class 1: Chemicals Used in Industry & Science

TM Class 1 mainly includes chemical products for use in industry, science, and agriculture, including those that go to the making of products belonging to other classes.

TM Class 6: Common Metals & Metal Pipes

TM Class 6, which mainly includes common metallic pipes and tubes, are an alternative to non-metallic flexible pipes in trademark class 17.

TM Class 16: Paper, Cupboard, and Packaging Materials

TM Class 16 covers a wide range of goods made from or related to paper and cardboard, including stationery, printed matter, packaging materials, and artists’ materials.

TM Class 19: Construction Materials

TM Class 19, which includes materials, not metal, for building and construction, can be subsequently used for insulating and waterproofing materials under Trademark Class 17.

TM Class 28: Toys, Games, and Sporting Goods

TM class 28 which includes rubber and plastic-based sporting goods, toys, and games can be subsequently used instead of trademark class 17.

TM Class 37: Construction and Repair Services

TM class 37 mainly protects construction and repair services and provides for installing and repair services, mining extraction, oil and gas drilling, etc.

TM Class 40: Material Treatment Services

TM class 40 protects recycling waste, trash, air purification, treatment of water, printing services, food and drink preservation, etc.

TM Class 42: Science and Technology Services

TM class 42 protects scientific and technological services and research, design relating thereto, industrial analysis, industrial research, and industrial design services.

Steps Required for Registering Trademark Class 17

The steps required for registering trademark class 17 are as discussed below:

Step 01: Initial Trademark Search for Class 17

The applicants are required to conduct an initial trademark search under trademark class 17. The conduct of the initial trademark search ensures that the proposed trademark is unique and does not conflict with the existing trademarks under TM class 17.

Step 02: Prepare and Draft Trademark Application for TM Class 17

The next step requires the applicant to prepare and draft a trademark application form (TM-A) through the official website or a physical application submitted to the nearest Trademark Registry office.

Step 03: Examination by Trademark Registry

The Trademark Registry further conducts an examination and review of the application to assess the distinctiveness of the mark, potential conflict, and other requirements in the manner as provided under the relevant laws and regulations.

Step 04: Publication in Trademark Journal

The applicants are further required to publish no objections or issues related to the application in the trademark journal. However, during publication, an objection or opposition must be filed by the third parties against the proposed mark, providing an opportunity to respond.

Step 05: Grant of TM Class 17 Registration

If no valid objections are raised, the Trademark Registrar shall grant and issue a TM class 17 registration, granting the exclusive right to mark within trademark class 17.

Goods Classified Under Class 17 of Trademark

The list of goods classified under class 17 of trademark in India is as listed below:

List of Goods List of Goods
Weathers tripping composition Water-tight rings/ stuffing rings
Watering hose Waterproof packaging
Washers of rubber or vulcanized fiber Vulcanized fiber
Viscose sheets, other than for wrapping Valves of India-rubber or vulcanized fiber
Threads of rubber, not for use in textiles Threads of plastic materials, not for textile use
Threads of plastic for soldering/ soldering threads of plastic Synthetic rubber
Synthetic resins/ artificial resins Substances for insulating buildings against moisture
Stops of rubber Soundproofing materials
Slag wool (insulator) Shock-absorbing buffers of rubber
Self-adhesive tapes Sealant compounds for joints
Rubber, raw or semi-worked Rubber stoppers
Rubber solutions Rubber sleeves for protecting parts of machines
Rubber seals for jars Rubber material for recapping tires (tyres)
Ring of rubber Reinforcing materials for pipes, not of metal
Semi-processed plastic substances Plastic sheeting for agricultural purposes
Plastic film other than for wrapping Plastic fiber, not for textile use
Pipe muffs/ jacket, not of metal Pipe gaskets/ joint packing for pipes
Paper for electrical capacitors Padding materials of rubber or plastic
Packaging (cushioning, stuffing) materials of rubber or plastic Non-conducting materials for retaining heat
Mineral wool (insulator) Mice, raw or partly processed
Liquid rubber Latex (rubber)
Junctions for pipes, not of metal Insulators for railway tracks
Insulators for electric mains Insulators for cables
Insulators Insulating varnish
Insulating tape and band Insulating refractory materials
Insulating plastic Insulating paper
Insulating paints Insulating oils
Insulating oils for transformers Insulating materials
Insulating gloves Insulating felt
Insulating fabrics Houses of textile material
Gutta-percha Gum, raw or semi-worked
Glass wool for insulation Gaskets/ joint packings/ seals
Foils of metal for insulating Foil of regenerated cellulose, other than for wrapping
Foam support for flower arrangements (semi-finished products) Floating anti-pollution barriers
Flexible tubes, not of metal Filtering materials (semi-processed foams/ films of plastic)
Fiberglass fabrics for insulation Fillers for expansion joints
Elastic yarns/ threads, not for use in textiles Ebonite (vulcanite) moulds
Draught excluder strips/ weatherstripping Dielectrics (insulator)
Cylinder jointing Cotton wool for packing (Caulking)
Cords of rubber Connecting hose for vehicle radiators
Compressed air pipe fittings, not of metal Compositions to prevent radiation of heat
Clutch linings Clack valves of rubber
Chemical compositions for repairing leaks Cellulose acetate, semi-processed
Caulking materials Carbon fibers, other than for textile use
Canvas hose pipes Brake lining materials, partly processed
Boiler composition to prevent radiation of heat Bark coverings for sound insulation
Balata Bags (envelops, pouches) of rubber, for packaging
Asbestos slate/ slate asbestos Asbestos sheets
Asbestos safety curtains Asbestos paper
Asbestos packing Asbestos millboards
Asbestos fibers Asbestos felt
Asbestos fabrics Asbestos coverings
Asbestos cloth Asbestos
Anti-dazzle films for windows (tinted films) Adhesive bands, other than stationary and not for medical or household purposes
Acrylic resins (semi-finished products)  

Role of Trademark Class 17 in Global Trade

The trademark class 17 plays a crucial role in global trade. However, the NICE classification system ensures that businesses seeking for protection of foreign goods are capable of navigating the trademark system with relative ease. Most industries such as manufacturing and construction sectors, majorly rely on materials protected under trademark class 17, providing a clear and standardized classification system across multiple jurisdictions.

The trademark class 17 maintains brand identity and prevents unfair competition in the exclusive global market. It further fosters a competitive environment where innovation and quality are safeguarded by intellectual property rights. Moreover, trademark class 17 supports key industries like automotive, construction, electronics, and packaging, shaping the future.

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Frequently Asked Questions on Class 17 of Trademark

Class 17 of Trademark India is a significant category of 45 NICE classifications used to identify and classify products or services. The class 17 of trademark represents a world of elasticity and adaptability, encompassing products made from rubber and similar materials.

Pipe PVC including flexible pipes, tubes, gums, etc. are classified under trademark class 17 India.

Trademark class 17 includes rubber and plastic goods and services.

NICE Classification Class 17 covers unprocessed and semi-processed materials such as rubber, gutta-percha, gums, asbestos, mica, and their substitutes. It also includes plastics and resins in extruded form used in manufacturing, as well as packing, stopping, and insulating materials. Additionally, this class covers flexible pipes, tubes, and hoses that are not made of metal.

Trademark Class 17 includes plastics and resins in extruded form for use in manufacture; packing, stopping, and insulating materials; unprocessed and semi-processed rubber, gutta-percha, gum, asbestos, mica, and substitutes for all these materials; and flexible pipes, tubes, and hoses, not of metal.

The International (Nice) Classification of Goods and Services classifies different goods and services into 45 Trademark Classes (1 to 34 cover Goods, and 35 to 45 cover Services).

It is important to know the trademark class because while filing your trademark application, the trademark class of goods and services that the trademark connects should be mentioned in the application.

The trademark registration offers "the right to protect owner’s trademark" once it is registered.

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Shalvi Suchi has 4+ years of focused experience in legal research, regulatory analysis, and compliance advisory. Her expertise lies in interpreting complex financial laws and drafting well-structured, research-backed legal content. Her analytical writeups for Corpbiz are valued for their clarity, precision, and practical insights.

 

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