Trademark Class 26: Lace, Buttons, Ribbons and Hair Accessories
Trademark class 26 protects brands on haberdashery and small decorative goods, from lace and buttons to artificial flowers, hair bands and wigs. Garment-trim suppliers and hair-accessory brands file here.
What class 26 covers
The Nice Classification heading for Class 26 reads: “Lace and embroidery, and haberdashery ribbons and bows; buttons, hooks and eyes, pins and needles; artificial flowers; hair decorations; false hair.”
WIPO’s explanatory note says the class covers mainly dressmakers’ articles, natural or synthetic hair for wear, and hair adornments. So do small decorations for other objects that are not classified elsewhere.
India follows the current Nice edition, NCL (13-2026), in force from 1 January 2026. On the IP India portal, protection follows the goods you list, so precise wording matters in a mixed class like this.
Common goods in class 26
Garment trims
- Lace, embroidery and patches
- Buttons, hooks and eyes
- Zippers and buckles
- Pins and sewing needles
Hair products
- Wigs, toupees and false beards
- Hair extensions and false hair
- Hair bands, barrettes and hair nets
- Hair curlers and curling pins
Decorative items
- Artificial flowers, garlands and wreaths
- Ribbons and bows, including non-paper gift ribbons
- Charms, other than for jewellery or key rings
- Haberdashery bows of any material
What is NOT in class 26
Some lookalike items sit elsewhere. WIPO’s note lists these, among others:
| Item | Where it goes |
|---|---|
| False eyelashes | Class 3 |
| Hand tools for curling hair | Class 8 |
| Hair prostheses | Class 10 |
| Charms for jewellery | Class 14 |
| Paper ribbons and bows | Class 16 |
| Yarns and threads for textile use | Class 23 |
| Christmas trees of synthetic material | Class 28 |
Curtain hooks also fall outside this class; they go to Class 20.
Who usually files in class 26
Trim and accessory suppliers
Units that make buttons, zippers and lace for garment factories under their own name. Think of a Faridabad unit making metal buttons for export garment houses.
Hair and wig businesses
Wig makers, hair-extension sellers and brands of hair bands and clips for retail shelves and online stores.
Decor and festive brands
Makers of artificial flowers, garlands and decorative ribbons sold for weddings, festivals and gifting.
Tips before filing
Check marks in Class 26 first
Run a proper search of the IP India register for your word and its sound-alikes in Class 26 before you print packaging or tags.
Name each product line
List the goods plainly, such as “buttons, zippers, lace” or “wigs and hair extensions”. A bare “accessories” invites an objection.
Keep jewellery and cosmetics separate
Jewellery charms belong in Class 14 and false eyelashes in Class 3. Add those classes only if you sell those goods.
Think about who buys from you
Run a shop or website too? Class 35 covers that retail service.
Frequently asked questions
Are wigs and hair extensions in trademark class 26?
Yes, wigs, toupees, false beards and false hair all belong in Class 26. The class heading itself names “false hair”, and WIPO’s note adds hair nets, hair bands and barrettes. Hair prostheses are an exception and go to Class 10. A brand also selling hair oils or shampoos needs Class 3 as well, and we can cover both in one application.
My factory makes zippers for garment brands. Which class?
Zippers and buckles are Class 26 goods, as WIPO’s note confirms. A clothing brand that only uses your zippers does not need Class 26; you, the maker, do. Filing here protects your name on the product and its packaging when you sell to factories. Each class carries its own fee, so we keep your application to the classes your products actually need.
Do artificial flowers and garlands fall in class 26?
Yes, artificial flowers are in the Class 26 heading, and the note adds artificial garlands and wreaths, including those with lights. A synthetic Christmas tree, however, goes to Class 28, and natural flowers go to Class 31. Selling wedding and festive decor? We place each item in its correct class before filing.
Are charms in class 26 or class 14?
It depends on what the charm is for. Charms other than for jewellery, key rings or key chains belong in Class 26, while jewellery charms belong in Class 14. So a charm sold to decorate a bag or a garment is Class 26, but a charm for a bracelet is Class 14. We read your product list and suggest the right class, so the Registry does not raise a classification objection.
What is the government fee for class 26?
The government fee is ₹4,500 per class when an individual, startup or small enterprise e-files Form TM-A. Other applicants pay ₹9,000 per class online, and paper filing costs ₹5,000 or ₹10,000. A trims supplier filing in Class 26 alone as a small enterprise pays ₹4,500. We check your category before filing so you pay the right fee the first time.
What it costs
Our fee plus the government fee that applies to your case, quoted before you commit. Tell us the situation and we will price it exactly.
The Form TM-A fee is charged per class, and individuals, startups and small enterprises pay half, so Udyam registration or DPIIT startup recognition can halve it. Most trims businesses need just one class.
| Applicant (Form TM-A) | E-filing, per class | Physical filing, per class |
|---|---|---|
| Individual, startup or small enterprise | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| Any other applicant | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
Ready to begin?
Send us your brand name and product list, and we will check Class 26, draft the goods description and file your application.