How long does Class 8 trademark registration take in India?

Total timeline is 12 to 18 months: examination within 3 to 6 months of filing, a 4-month Trade Marks Journal opposition window, then the registration certificate is issued. Use the TM symbol from Day 1. The R symbol is only legal after the registration certificate. Priority Examination via Form TM-63 can reduce examination time to 1 to 2 months.

What coordinated classes does a hand tool or cutlery brand need?

A hand tool or cutlery company typically needs: Class 8 for all hand-operated tools and cutlery, Class 7 for powered versions of the same tools, Class 21 if also selling non-cutting kitchen utensils or household implements, Class 35 for retail and wholesale distribution services, and Class 44 if also offering beauty salon or grooming services using the implements.

Trademark Class 8 – MARK BUREAU

Q: What is the fee for Class 8 trademark registration in India 2026?

The government fee for Class 8 trademark registration is Rs 4,500 per class for individuals, startups and MSMEs via e-filing, and Rs 9,000 per class for companies and LLPs. Physical filing costs Rs 500 more per class. Priority examination via Form TM-63 costs Rs 2,700 extra for MSMEs and Rs 5,400 for companies. These are the official IP India fees effective January 2026.

Q: What is the difference between Trademark Class 8 and Class 7?

Class 8 covers hand-operated tools that work by human muscle power alone, with no motor or engine. Class 7 covers powered machines, motors and mechanical apparatus. A manual screwdriver = Class 8. An electric screwdriver = Class 7. A hand saw = Class 8. A power saw with motor = Class 7. A hand spanner = Class 8. An impact wrench = Class 7. The key test: if it needs electricity or fuel to operate, it is Class 7. If it works by hand alone, it is Class 8.

Q: Are kitchen knives covered under Trademark Class 8?

Yes. All kitchen knives, chef knives, bread knives, carving knives, paring knives and kitchen scissors are covered under TM Class 8. Kitchen knives are cutlery and cutlery is explicitly listed in Class 8. Brands like Victorinox, Prestige, Pigeon, Butterfly and Futura register their kitchen knife products under Class 8 in India. Do not file kitchen knives in Class 21 (kitchen utensils) as knives and cutting implements are specifically Class 8.

Q: What is the difference between Trademark Class 8 and Class 21?

Class 8 covers hand-operated tools and implements with a cutting, gripping or working edge including cutlery and knives. Class 21 covers kitchen utensils and household containers that do not cut, grind or work like tools. A kitchen knife = Class 8. A spatula, ladle or mixing bowl = Class 21. Scissors = Class 8. A colander or grater without sharp cutting blades = Class 21. The rule: if it has a sharp edge or cutting function = Class 8; if it is a utensil for mixing, storing or serving = Class 21.

Q: Does TM Class 8 cover agricultural hand tools?

Yes. Hand-operated agricultural implements are covered under Class 8. This includes spades, shovels, hoes, rakes, sickles, scythes, pruning shears, garden scissors, trowels, hand forks and all manual gardening and agricultural tools. Power-operated agricultural machinery like tractors and mechanical harvesters belong to Class 7, not Class 8. The key distinction is human-powered hand operation.

✅ Last Updated: March 2026 — NICE 13th Edition (Includes Multitools & Electric Shavers)

🔧 Overview

What is Trademark Class 8 in India?

TM Class 8 (Trademark Class 8) covers hand tools and implements (hand-operated); cutlery; side arms other than firearms; razors — under the NICE Classification 13th Edition used by IP India. In simple terms: any tool or implement that a person operates by hand muscle power, any blade or cutting implement including kitchen knives and scissors, any razor or shaving implement, and any edged side arm like a sword or dagger.

If your business manufactures, sells, imports or exports hand tools (spanners, pliers, screwdrivers, saws), kitchen knives, scissors, razors, blades, manicure tools, nail files, gardening tools, agricultural hand implements, or edged weapons, you must register under TM Class 8 to protect your brand across India for 10 years.

India’s hand tool and cutlery market is worth over ₹25,000 Crore and growing at 8% annually. Leading brands including Victorinox India, Gillette, Stanley Tools, Prestige, Pigeon, Freemans, Bahco and Snap-on India all maintain Class 8 trademark registrations with IP India.

ⓘ NICE 13th Edition (Jan 2026) Updates for Class 8: Multitools (Swiss Army knife style products combining multiple hand implements) are now explicitly listed. Electric shavers are included in Class 8 as shaving implements. Precision hand tools for watchmaking, surgery prep and crafts are Class 8. Smart tools with digital readout functions may additionally need Class 9.

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Class 8

NICE Classification

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Goods

Class Type (not services)

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10 Years

Trademark Validity

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18K+

Annual Filings India

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Pan-India

Valid All States

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3–6 Mo

Examination Time

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Simple AI Explanation — Class 8 in Plain Language

🔧 The One Rule

If your product is a non-powered tool that a human hand uses directly — it is Class 8. Plug it in or add a motor = it moves to Class 7. The single question: Does it need electricity or fuel to work? Yes = Class 7. No = Class 8.

💭 Instant Examples

✔ Kitchen knife = Class 8 (not Class 21 utensils)
✔ Manual screwdriver = Class 8 | Electric screwdriver = Class 7
✔ Nail file, nail clippers = Class 8 (not Class 3 cosmetics)
✔ Gillette razor = Class 8 | Shaving gel = Class 3
✔ Pruning shears = Class 8 | Tractor = Class 7
✔ Sword / dagger = Class 8 | Gun / rifle = Class 13

⚠️ Top 3 Mistakes

1. Filing kitchen knives under Class 21 — wrong, knives = Class 8
2. Filing nail files & clippers under Class 3 — wrong, cutting implements = Class 8
3. Filing power drill under Class 8 — wrong, powered tools = Class 7

📋 Full Goods List

Complete List of Goods Under Trademark Class 8

Official NICE 13th Edition goods covered under TM Class 8 in India — all hand-operated tools, cutlery and edged implements.

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Hand Tools & Implements

Spanners, wrenches and pliers (non-powered)
Screwdrivers, hex keys and torque wrenches
Hammers, mallets and chisels
Hand saws, hacksaw frames and files
Hand drills, gimlets and awls
Multitools and Swiss Army knife-style products

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Cutlery & Kitchen Knives

Chef knives, santoku knives and carving knives
Bread knives, paring knives and fillet knives
Kitchen scissors and shears
Forks, spoons, dinner knives (cutlery sets)
Butter knives, steak knives and serving cutlery
Knife sharpeners and honing steels

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Scissors & Shears

Household scissors and office scissors
Tailoring scissors and fabric shears
Barber scissors and hairdressing shears
Paper cutting scissors and craft scissors
Garden shears, loppers and pruning scissors
Surgical scissors (as cutting implements)

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Razors & Shaving Implements

Safety razors and straight razors
Shaving blades and razor cartridges
Disposable razors and razor handles
Electric shavers and trimmers (as implements)
Beard trimmers (manual and electric)
Eyebrow razors and dermaplaning tools

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Manicure & Pedicure Tools

Nail files, emery boards and nail buffers
Nail clippers and nail nippers
Cuticle scissors and cuticle pushers
Tweezers, eyebrow shapers and brow tools
Corn planes and callus removers (manual)
Complete manicure and pedicure sets

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Garden & Agricultural Hand Tools

Spades, shovels and garden forks
Hoes, rakes and hand cultivators
Sickles, scythes and bill hooks
Pruning shears, secateurs and loppers
Hand trowels, transplanting tools and dibbers
Hedge trimmers (manual) and garden scissors

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Side Arms & Edged Weapons

Swords, sabres and rapiers
Daggers, dirks and hunting knives
Machetes and kukri knives
Bayonets and combat knives
Fencing foils, epees and sabres (sport)
Ceremonial and decorative swords

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Craft, Precision & Specialty Tools

Scalpels, craft knives and X-Acto blades
Watchmakers’ tools and jeweller’s tools
Hand planes, drawknives and spoke shaves
Ice picks and ice axes
Toothpicks and interdental tools (metal)
Pallet knives and palette knives (artists’)

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Class 8 Rule: All hand-operated tools that work by muscle power = Class 8. Add an electric motor or engine = Class 7. Kitchen knives & cutlery = Class 8 (NOT Class 21). Nail files & clippers = Class 8 (NOT Class 3). Razors = Class 8 (shaving cream = Class 3). Swords & daggers = Class 8 (guns = Class 13).

⚖ Class Comparisons

TM Class 8 vs Class 7 vs Class 21 — Complete Clarity

The three most confused classes for tool and kitchen product brands in India. Understand each one clearly and avoid costly wrong filings.

🔧 Class 8 — Hand Tools & Cutlery

Non-powered hand tools, cutlery, knives, scissors, razors, manicure tools, agricultural hand implements, edged weapons.

Kitchen knife Screwdriver Razor Nail file Garden shears

⚡ Class 7 — Powered Machines & Motors

Electrically or mechanically powered versions of tools: motors, engines, power tools, machinery, robots.

Electric drill Power saw Angle grinder Air compressor

🍳 Class 21 — Kitchen Utensils & Household Goods

Non-cutting kitchen tools: spatulas, ladles, bowls, pots, brushes, brooms, and household containers.

Spatula Ladle Mixing bowl Broom

☞ Class 8 vs Class 7 — Side by Side

Trademark Class 8

Hand-Operated Tools — No Motor Required

■Manual screwdriver, spanner and pliers

■Hand saw, hacksaw and files

■Kitchen knives, chef knives and scissors

■Manual razor and safety razor blades

■Nail file, nail clippers and manicure sets

■Garden spade, hoe, sickle and pruning shears

■Swiss Army knife / multitool (hand-operated)

■Sword, dagger and hunting knife

Trademark Class 7

Powered Machines — Motor or Engine Required

■Electric screwdriver, impact driver and drill

■Electric circular saw, jigsaw and power saw

■Electric meat slicer and food processor

■Electric shaver (if primarily a power device)

■Electric nail drill and electronic nail cutter

■Electric hedge trimmer and lawn mower

■Industrial welding equipment and grinders

■CNC machine tools and robotic cutting systems

🍳 Kitchen Brand Decision — Class 8 or Class 21?

✅ Product cuts, slices, chops or has a blade edge → Class 8 — (knives, scissors, graters with cutting edges)

✅ Product mixes, holds, serves or stores without cutting → Class 21 — (spatulas, ladles, bowls, tongs)

⚠️ Kitchen brand selling BOTH knives and utensils → Register in BOTH Class 8 and Class 21

Razors - Which Class? Class 8 vs Class 9

✅ Manual razor, safety razor, straight razor, disposable razor, razor blade cartridge → Class 8

✅ Electric shaver, electric trimmer, electric beard groomer → Class 9

⚠️ Brand selling both manual razors AND electric shavers → Register in BOTH Class 8 and Class 9

💡 Shaving cream, gel, aftershave → Class 3

Scissors - Class 8 or Class 10?

✔ Tailor, hairdressing, nail, kitchen and garden scissors → Class 8

✔ Surgical scissors used in medical procedures sold to hospitals → Class 10

💡 Selling to both salons AND hospitals → register in both Class 8 and Class 10

🚫 Not Included

What is NOT Included in Trademark Class 8?

Products commonly confused with Class 8 that belong to different NICE classes in India.

Product / Service	Correct Class	Why Excluded from Class 8
Electric drills, power saws & motorised tools	Class 7	Powered machines and motors = Class 7; manual versions = Class 8
Kitchen utensils: spatulas, ladles, colanders	Class 21	Non-cutting kitchen utensils and household containers = Class 21
Firearms, guns, rifles and pistols	Class 13	Firearms and ammunition = Class 13; edged side arms = Class 8
Shaving cream, gel, foam and aftershave	Class 3	Cosmetic preparations = Class 3; the razor implement itself = Class 8
Toy tools, play sets & children’s fake tools	Class 28	Toys and play implements = Class 28 even if shaped like tools
Electronic measuring tools & digital instruments	Class 9	Electronic measuring apparatus = Class 9; hand implements = Class 8
Sewing needles, pins and knitting needles	Class 26	Sewing and haberdashery accessories = Class 26
Nail polish, nail art and cosmetic nail care	Class 3	Non-medicated cosmetics = Class 3; nail clippers and files = Class 8
Tool repair, sharpening & maintenance services	Class 37	Repair and maintenance services = Class 37; the tools = Class 8

🔧 Who Needs Class 8?

Who Should Register Under Trademark Class 8 in India?

Any business manufacturing, selling, importing or distributing the following types of products in India needs a TM Class 8 trademark.

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Hand Tool Manufacturers & Brands

Spanners, pliers, screwdrivers, hand saws, hammers, chisels and all manual workshop tools

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Cutlery & Kitchen Knife Brands

Chef knives, kitchen scissors, carving sets, table cutlery, knife sets and sharpening products

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Scissors & Shears Brands

Household scissors, tailoring shears, barber scissors, garden shears and industrial cutting shears

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Razor & Shaving Implement Brands

Safety razors, razor cartridges, disposable razors, shaving blades and electric shavers

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Manicure & Beauty Tool Brands

Nail files, nail clippers, cuticle scissors, tweezers, manicure sets and pedicure tools

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Garden & Agricultural Tool Brands

Spades, shovels, sickles, pruning shears, garden hoes and hand-operated farming implements

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Edged Weapon & Knife Brands

Hunting knives, machetes, swords (ceremonial/decorative), kukri and combat knife brands

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Craft & Precision Tool Brands

Craft knives, scalpels, palette knives, watchmaker’s tools, jeweller’s tools and toothpicks

🏆 Indian Brand Examples

Famous Brands Registered Under TM Class 8 in India

Leading Indian and multinational brands operating in India’s hand tool and cutlery sector with Class 8 trademark registrations at IP India.

Victorinox India

TM Class 8 — Swiss Army Knives

Swiss Army knives, kitchen knives, watch tools — the world’s most recognised multitool brand, registered under Class 8 in India

Gillette India (P&G)

TM Class 8 + Class 3

Gillette Mach3, Fusion, SkinGuard razors and blades — Class 8 for razors; Class 3 for shaving gels and creams

Stanley Tools India (SBD)

TM Class 8 + Class 7

Stanley hand tools, measuring tapes, knives — Class 8 for hand tools; Class 7 for Stanley power tools range

Prestige Kitchenware

TM Class 8 + Class 21

Prestige kitchen knives and cutting boards — Class 8 for knives; Class 21 for pots, pans and cookware

Freemans India

TM Class 8

Freemans scissors, shears and cutting tools — India’s leading professional scissors brand for barbers and tailors

Bahco / Snap-on India

TM Class 8 + Class 7

Bahco professional hand tools, saws, files — Swedish brand with strong registration in both Class 8 and Class 7 in India

Wilkinson Sword India

TM Class 8

Wilkinson Sword razors, shaving blades and grooming implements — premium German shaving brand in India

Pigeon India

TM Class 8 + Class 21

Pigeon kitchen knives, scissors and peelers — Class 8 for cutting tools; Class 21 for cookware and utensils

🔗 Coordinated Classes

Coordinated Classes for Tool & Cutlery Brands

Hand tool, cutlery and razor brands often sell across multiple product categories and need more than one trademark class for complete protection.

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Key Gap: A brand selling both manual and powered versions of the same tool needs both Class 8 and Class 7. A kitchen brand selling knives AND utensils needs both Class 8 and Class 21. A razor brand selling razors AND shaving gels needs both Class 8 and Class 3. Missing a class = a competitor can legally use your brand name in that category.

Cosmetics

Shaving cream, foam, aftershave and nail cosmetics

Machinery

Powered/electric versions of the same hand tools

Electronics

Smart tools with digital measurement or sensors

Kitchen Utensils

Non-cutting kitchen tools, cookware and household goods

Retail

Tool shop, hardware retail and wholesale services

Beauty Services

Salon services using manicure and hairdressing tools

📝 Registration Guide

How to Register a Trademark Under Class 8 in India

Step-by-step guide to registering your hand tool, cutlery, razor or manicure brand under TM Class 8 with IP India in 2026.

Search IP India — Especially for Knife & Razor Brands

Search tmrsearch.ipindia.gov.in for identical and similar marks in Class 8. Kitchen knife and razor brands face the most similarity objections in this class because popular brand names tend to follow the same patterns (e.g. sharp-themed names, blade metaphors). Check phonetic variations, logo similarities and existing registrations. Search in both English and Hindi transliterations.

⏰ Time: 1–2 days thorough search

Identify All Your Class 8 Goods Precisely

List your goods using NICE 13th Edition terminology. Examples: “kitchen knives; scissors; hand spanners; nail files; pruning shears; razors.” If you sell powered tools as well, prepare a separate Class 7 filing. If you sell kitchen utensils alongside knives, prepare a Class 21 filing. A complete goods description = complete brand protection.

📋 Precision matters in Class 8

Prepare Your Filing Documents

Gather: applicant PAN + Aadhaar (individual) or Certificate of Incorporation (company), address proof, brand logo JPG (300×300 px minimum), Form TM-48 Power of Attorney if using an agent, and Udyam/DPIIT certificate for the 50% fee concession. Small-town knife makers, scissor artisans and regional tool brands especially benefit from the MSME fee concession.

📄 Documents list in section below

File Form TM-A on IP India Portal

File at ipindia.gov.in. Pay: ₹4,500 (individuals/MSMEs) or ₹9,000 (companies) per class. Receive your TM application number immediately and start using the ™ symbol from today. For razor brands and knife brands entering competitive retail: consider Priority Examination (Form TM-63) at extra ₹2,700–₹5,400 to accelerate the process.

⚡ E-filing: ₹500 cheaper than physical

Examination — Watch for Descriptive Objections

The Examiner reviews within 3–6 months. Class 8 common objections: names that are purely descriptive of the tool (“SharpEdge”, “CutRight”) or that are similar to existing international tool or kitchen knife brands. Respond within 30 days of the Examination Report with distinctiveness arguments and any prior use evidence including sales invoices, packaging and advertising materials.

⏰ 3–6 months from filing

Publication & 4-Month Opposition Period

Your mark is published in the Trade Marks Journal. Third parties — including large international tool brands and kitchen knife companies with dedicated IP teams — have 4 months to file an opposition. Keep sales records, product catalogues, export documentation and marketing evidence ready in case of any opposition.

📰 4-month opposition window

Registration Certificate — Use ® Symbol

Your Trademark Registration Certificate is issued, valid for 10 years across all of India. Use ® legally from this date. Download from IP India portal. File Form TM-R 6 months before expiry. For tool and cutlery brands: trademark registration is increasingly required by large retail chains like DMart, Reliance Retail and Amazon India for seller verification.

🏆 Total: approx. 12–18 months

📄 Documents Required

Documents Required for Class 8 Trademark Registration

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Identity Proof

PAN Card + Aadhaar for individuals; Certificate of Incorporation + PAN for companies; Partnership deed for firms and artisan cooperatives

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Address Proof

Utility bill, GST certificate or rent agreement showing the registered business address or manufacturing facility address

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Brand Logo / Wordmark

JPG, min 300×300 px. B&W filing gives broader colour protection. Tool brands with distinctive logo marks should file both the logo and wordmark as separate applications

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Power of Attorney (TM-48)

Required if filing through a registered trademark attorney or agent. Recommended for international tool and cutlery brands filing in India

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MSME / Startup Certificate

Udyam Registration or DPIIT certificate saves 50% — ₹4,500 instead of ₹9,000. India’s artisanal knife makers, scissor craftsmen and regional tool brands especially benefit

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Goods Description (Class 8)

Precise NICE 13th Ed list: e.g. “kitchen knives; scissors; hand spanners; nail files; manual razors; pruning shears; hammers”

💰 Fees 2026

Trademark Class 8 Registration Fees India 2026

Official IP India government fee schedule for TM Class 8 — effective January 2026.

✅ Individual / Startup / MSME

50% Concession

₹4,500 per class

For individuals, DPIIT startups and Udyam MSMEs. Knife makers, scissor craftsmen and small tool brands all qualify.

E-Filing₹4,500

Physical Filing₹5,000

Priority Exam (TM-63)₹2,700

🏭 Company / LLP / Partnership

Standard Rate

₹9,000 per class

For companies, LLPs and non-MSME entities. Large tool and kitchen brands often file in multiple classes simultaneously.

E-Filing₹9,000

Physical Filing₹10,000

Priority Exam (TM-63)₹5,400

🔄 Renewal — Every 10 Years

Unlimited Renewals

₹4,500 / ₹9,000

File Form TM-R 6 months before expiry. Late renewal = +50% surcharge. A trusted tool brand takes decades to build — renew forever.

Individual / MSME₹4,500

Company / LLP₹9,000

Late Surcharge+50%

⏰ Timeline

Class 8 Trademark Registration Timeline in India

Day 1Filing & ™

3–6 MoExamination

4 MoJournal + Opposition

1–3 MoCertificate ®

⏰ Total: 12 to 18 months from filing to certificate — Use ™ from Day 1, ® only after certificate

💡 Special Tip for Artisan & Regional Brands: India has a rich tradition of artisanal knife-making, scissor-crafting and hand-tool manufacturing in clusters like Aligarh, Ludhiana, Nagpur, Wazirabad and Rampur. Many of these regional craftspeople sell under unregistered brand names. If you are an artisan or small manufacturer — file your trademark now at just ₹4,500 as an individual/MSME. Your brand name is your most valuable asset.

❓ FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions — TM Class 8 India

What is TM Class 8 in India?

TM Class 8 in India covers hand tools and implements (hand-operated), cutlery, side arms other than firearms, and razors. This includes all non-powered hand tools, kitchen knives, scissors, manicure tools, nail files, razors, blades, agricultural hand implements and edged weapons like swords and daggers. It follows the NICE Classification 13th Edition used by IP India.

What is the fee for Class 8 trademark registration in India 2026?

The government fee is ₹4,500 per class for individuals, startups and MSMEs via e-filing, and ₹9,000 per class for companies and LLPs. Physical filing costs ₹500 more. Priority examination via Form TM-63 costs ₹2,700 extra for MSMEs and ₹5,400 for companies. These are official IP India fees effective January 2026.

What is the difference between Trademark Class 8 and Class 7?

Class 8 covers hand-operated tools with no motor, working by human muscle power alone. Class 7 covers powered machines and motorised tools. A manual screwdriver = Class 8. An electric screwdriver = Class 7. A hand saw = Class 8. A power saw = Class 7. The single test: does it need electricity or fuel to operate? Yes = Class 7. No = Class 8. Many brands selling both manual and powered versions register in both classes.

Are kitchen knives covered under Trademark Class 8?

Yes. All kitchen knives — chef knives, bread knives, carving knives, paring knives and kitchen scissors — are Class 8 as they are cutlery. Do not file kitchen knives in Class 21 (kitchen utensils) as knives and cutting implements are specifically Class 8. Brands like Victorinox, Prestige, Pigeon and Butterfly register their kitchen knife products under Class 8 in India.

Are razors and shaving blades covered under TM Class 8?

Yes. Manual razors, safety razors, straight razors, shaving blades, razor cartridges, electric shavers and beard trimmers are Class 8. Gillette, Wilkinson Sword and BIC razors are all registered under Class 8. Shaving cream, gel, foam and aftershave are Class 3, not Class 8. The razor is the implement (Class 8); the preparations used with it are cosmetics (Class 3).

Do manicure and pedicure tools belong to TM Class 8?

Yes. Nail files, nail clippers, cuticle scissors, nail nippers, pedicure tools, tweezers and complete manicure and pedicure sets are Class 8 as hand implements with a cutting or filing function. Do not confuse with nail polish and nail cosmetics (Class 3). The physical tool that clips or files = Class 8. The cosmetic product applied to nails = Class 3.

What is the difference between Trademark Class 8 and Class 21?

Class 8 covers hand tools and cutlery with a cutting, gripping or working function including all knives. Class 21 covers kitchen utensils that do not cut including spatulas, ladles, bowls and colanders. A kitchen knife = Class 8. A ladle = Class 21. Scissors = Class 8. A grater without sharp blades = Class 21. Rule: sharp cutting edge or tool function = Class 8; mixing, storing or serving utensil = Class 21.

Are swords, daggers and sabres covered under TM Class 8?

Yes. Swords, daggers, sabres, bayonets, machetes and all edged weapons that are not firearms are Class 8 under the category of side arms. Firearms and ammunition belong to Class 13. Ceremonial swords, decorative swords and fencing equipment (foil, epee, sabre) are also Class 8. Knife and sword brands, martial arts equipment suppliers and weapon manufacturers should register under Class 8.

Does TM Class 8 cover agricultural hand tools?

Yes. Hand-operated agricultural implements including spades, shovels, hoes, rakes, sickles, scythes, pruning shears and manual gardening tools are Class 8. Power-operated agricultural machinery like tractors, combine harvesters and irrigation pumps belong to Class 7. The distinction is simple: if it works by human hand power alone = Class 8.

What goods are NOT included in TM Class 8?

Excluded from Class 8: power tools with motors (Class 7), kitchen utensils like spatulas and ladles (Class 21), firearms and ammunition (Class 13), shaving creams and gels (Class 3), toy tools (Class 28), electronic measuring tools (Class 9), sewing needles and pins (Class 26), nail polish and cosmetic nail products (Class 3), and tool repair and maintenance services (Class 37).

Does a Swiss Army knife or multitool belong to Class 8?

Yes. Multitools combining hand-operated implements like knives, scissors, files, screwdrivers and bottle openers are Class 8 under NICE 13th Edition 2026. Victorinox Swiss Army knives, Leatherman multitools and similar products are registered under Class 8. If the multitool includes an electronic component like a built-in flashlight circuit, you may additionally need Class 9 for that electronic element.

Can an MSME or startup register TM Class 8 at reduced fee?

Yes. DPIIT-recognised startups and Udyam-registered MSMEs pay ₹4,500 per Class 8 application instead of ₹9,000. Individual craftsmen, artisans and individual applicants also get the same rate. Small knife makers, scissor manufacturers, gardening tool brands and cutlery startups all qualify. India’s artisanal tool clusters in Aligarh, Ludhiana and Nagpur have many small makers who should register under Class 8.