Trademark Class 16: Paper Goods and Stationery
Last updated: 20 June 2025
Trademark Class 16 covers paper, cardboard, printed materials, and stationery items used in offices, education, and packaging. This class protects brands in the paper products, publishing, and office supply industries.
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Trademark Class 16 includes a wide range of paper-based products and printed materials essential for business, education, and daily life. This class covers everything from basic stationery to sophisticated printed publications.
It includes writing materials, printed matter, packaging materials, and office supplies. Registering under Class 16 helps secure exclusive rights for businesses involved in producing or distributing these essential paper products, ensuring brand protection in competitive markets. For more details, visit the official website of Intellectual Property India.
Key Categories Under Class 16
- Paper and Cardboard: Raw materials and semi-finished paper products
- Printed Matter: Books, magazines, newspapers, and other publications
- Stationery: Writing instruments, office supplies, and school materials
- Packaging Materials: Boxes, bags, and wrapping materials made of paper
- Art Supplies: Materials for painting, drawing, and artistic creation
- Office Equipment: Non-electric office machines and accessories
Goods Classified Under Class 16
Absorbent sheets of paper/plastic for food packaging
Address stamps and plates
Adhesive tapes and dispensers for stationery
Albums and scrapbooks
Artists' materials (watercolors, palettes, brushes)
Bags and envelopes of paper/plastic for packaging
Bookbinding materials and equipment
Calendars and planners
Cardboard and paper products
Catalogs and directories
Drawing and writing instruments
Envelopes and stationery sets
Filters made of paper
Greeting cards and postcards
Labels not made of textile
Maps and atlases
Newspapers and periodicals
Office requisites (non-electric)
Packaging materials of paper
Paintings and prints (art reproductions)
Paper for printing/writing
Photographs (printed)
Postage stamps and collectors' items
Printed forms and documents
School and art supplies
Self-adhesive notes and tapes
Stationery and writing materials
Teaching materials (printed)
Toilet paper and paper towels
Typewriters and accessories
Wrapping and packing paper
Goods Not Classified Under Class 16
Electric office machines (Class 9)
Computer software (Class 9)
Photographic films (Class 1)
Paints and artist's colors (Class 2)
Hand tools (Class 8)
Cutlery (Class 8)
Textile goods (Classes 22-26)
Furniture (Class 20)
Kitchen utensils (Class 21)
Playing cards (Class 28)
Toys (Class 28)
Wallpaper (Class 27)
Floor coverings (Class 27)
Clothing (Class 25)
Jewelry (Class 14)
Musical instruments (Class 15)
Sports equipment (Class 28)
Dental wax (Class 5)
Adhesives for industrial purposes (Class 1)
Plastic materials for packaging (Class 20)
Printed circuit boards (Class 9)
Stamps for marking animals (Class 9)
Value cards with magnetic strips (Class 9)
Intellectual Properties You Should Trademark Under Class 16
- Brand Names: Names of your stationery product lines or publishing services
- Logos: Distinctive symbols representing your paper goods business
- Slogans: Catchphrases associated with your stationery products
- Product Designs: Unique paper product designs with brand recognition
- Packaging Designs: Distinctive packaging for stationery products
- Service Marks: For companies providing printing or publishing services
- Trade Dress: The overall visual appearance of your product packaging
Why Register Under Class 16
- Exclusive Rights: Protect your paper products and printed materials from imitation
- Brand Recognition: Establish your identity in the competitive stationery market
- Market Protection: Prevent competitors from using similar branding
- Legal Recourse: Ability to take action against counterfeit products
- Asset Value: Trademarks can appreciate as your business grows
- 10-Year Protection: Renewable protection for your brand
- Begin your trademark registration process with TMZON today.
Registration Process
- Conduct a trademark search to check availability
- Application Preparation: Gather product details and business information
- Filing: Submit your application with the trademark office
- Examination: Official review of your application
- Publication: Your mark is published for opposition
- Registration: Certificate issued if no opposition
- Renewal: Required every 10 years to maintain protection
Why Choose TMZON
- Industry Expertise: Specialized knowledge in paper goods trademarks
- Comprehensive Searches: Thorough clearance checks
- Efficient Process: Streamlined paperwork handling
- International Protection: Global trademark registration assistance
- Ongoing Support: Monitoring and enforcement services
- Competitive Pricing: Affordable solutions for businesses