Trademark Class 18 in India: Leather & Leather Goods
Last updated: 20 June 2025
Trademark Class 18 covers leather and imitation leather goods, animal skins, hides, trunks, travel bags, and related accessories. This class protects brands in the leather goods, luggage, and travel accessories industries.
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Trademark Class 18 includes a wide range of products made from leather, animal skins, and similar materials. This class covers both finished goods and raw materials used in luggage, fashion, and equestrian equipment.
It includes handbags, wallets, saddlery, travel accessories, and various leather goods. Registering under Class 18 helps secure exclusive rights for businesses involved in producing or selling these premium products, ensuring brand protection in competitive markets. For more details, visit the official website of Intellectual Property India.
Key Categories Under Class 18
- Leather Goods: Handbags, wallets, briefcases, and leather accessories
- Travel Items: Suitcases, trunks, and travel bags
- Animal Skins & Hides: Raw and treated leather materials
- Equestrian Equipment: Saddles, harnesses, and related gear
- Imitation Leather: Products made from synthetic leather materials
- Carrying Accessories: Backpacks, pouches, and sling bags
Goods Classified Under Class 18
Animal skins and pelts
Attaché cases
Bags for climbers and campers
Leather packaging bags, envelopes, and pouches
Sports bags and beach bags
Harness bits for animals
Blinkers and blinders for harnesses
Leather or leatherboard boxes
Vulcanised fibre boxes
Bridles and bridoons
Briefcases and business card cases
Butts (parts of hides)
Walking sticks and canes
Card cases and notecases
Leather casings for springs
Cat o' nine tails
Cattle skins
Chain mesh purses
Chamois leather (non-cleaning purposes)
Leather chin straps
Animal collars and pet clothing
Saddle covers and cloths
Credit card wallets
Curried skins
Saddle fastenings
Umbrella and parasol frames
Fur and fur-skins
Leather furniture coverings
Game bags for hunting
Travel garment bags
Leather girths
Goldbeaters' skin
Sausage casings (gut)
Halters and head-stalls
Handbag frames
Handbags and purses
Harness straps and traces
Animal harnesses and fittings
Leather hat boxes
Haversacks
Horse collars and blankets
Horseshoes
Imitation leather products
Key cases
Kid leather
Horse knee-pads
Leather leashes and laces
Leather straps and thongs
Unworked or semi-worked leather
Leather thread and twist
Leatherboard
Moleskin (imitation leather)
Mountaineering sticks and alpenstocks
Music cases
Animal muzzles
Shopping net bags
Feed nose bags
Horse saddle pads
Parasols
Pocket wallets
Pouch baby carriers
Reins and riding saddles
Backpacks and rucksacks
Saddle trees and saddlery
School bags and satchels
Shopping bags
Leather shoulder straps and bandoliers
Infant carrying slings and bags
Stirrup leathers and parts
Stirrups
Military equipment straps
Saddlery leather straps
Skate straps
Suitcase handles
Suitcases and valises
Empty leather tool bags
Harness traces
Travelling trunks and bags
Leatherware travelling sets
Furniture leather trimmings
Luggage trunks
Umbrella rings and ribs
Umbrella sticks and handles
Umbrella covers
Umbrellas and parasols
Vanity cases (unfitted)
Walking stick seats and handles
Wheeled shopping bags
Whips
Leather valves
Goods Not Classified Under Class 18
Clothing (Class 25)
Footwear (Class 25)
Leather cleaning preparations (Class 3)
Metal luggage parts (Class 6)
Plastic bags (Class 16 or 20)
Fabric bags (Class 22 or 24)
Paper packaging (Class 16)
Leather furniture (Class 20)
Leather belts for clothing (Class 25)
Chamois leather for cleaning (Class 21)
Medical saddles (Class 10)
Sports equipment bags (Class 28)
Musical instrument cases (Class 15)
Camera cases (Class 9)
Leather watch straps (Class 14)
Leather jewelry (Class 14)
Leather stationery items (Class 16)
Leather book covers (Class 16)
Leather dog collars with electronic devices (Class 9)
Leather pet toys (Class 28)
Leather sporting goods (Class 28)
Leather whips for sports (Class 28)
Leather medical braces (Class 10)
Leather protective gear (Class 9)
Leather industrial gloves (Class 9)
Leather gardening gloves (Class 8)
Leather work gloves (Class 9)
Leather safety harnesses (Class 9)
Leather gun cases (Class 13)
Leather ammunition pouches (Class 13)
Intellectual Properties You Should Trademark Under Class 18
- Brand Names: The names of your leather goods or luggage product lines
- Logos: Distinctive symbols representing your leather goods business
- Slogans: Catchphrases associated with your leather products
- Product Designs: Unique bag or luggage designs with brand recognition
- Packaging Designs: Distinctive packaging for leather goods
- Service Marks: For companies providing leather goods retail or manufacturing services
- Trade Dress: The overall visual appearance of your leather product packaging
Why Register Under Class 18
- Exclusive Rights: Protect your leather goods brand from imitation in a competitive luxury market
- Brand Recognition: Establish your identity in the premium leather goods sector
- Market Expansion: Secure your brand as you expand into new product lines or territories
- Legal Protection: Take action against counterfeit leather goods and knockoffs
- Asset Value: Build trademark value that can appreciate with your brand reputation
- 10-Year Protection: Initial registration lasts 10 years with indefinite renewal options
- Begin your trademark registration process with TMZON — take the first step toward protecting your leather goods brand.
Registration Process
- Before registering under Class 18, verify your brand name availability. Use our free Trademark Search tool to check existing trademarks.
- Trademark Search: Comprehensive search for similar marks in leather goods
- Application Preparation: Gather product details and business information
- Filing: Submit application with the trademark office
- Examination: Official review of your application
- Publication: Public notice for potential oppositions
- Registration: Final approval and certificate issuance
- Maintenance: Renew your registration every 10 years
Why Choose TMZON
- Luxury Goods Expertise: Specialized knowledge in leather goods trademarks
- Comprehensive Searches: Thorough clearance to minimize rejection risks
- Streamlined Process: Efficient handling of all paperwork for leather brands
- Global Protection: Assistance with international registration
- Ongoing Support: Monitoring against counterfeit products
- Cost-Effective: Competitive pricing for designers and manufacturers