Trademark Class 40: Printing and Treatment of Materials

Trademark Class 40

Trademark Class 40 covers services related to the mechanical or chemical processing, transformation, or treatment of substances and objects. This class includes activities that alter the physical or chemical condition of materials or products without changing their essential function.

Trademark registration for services such as manufacturing, product processing, material treatment, recycling, and fabrication must be done under Trademark Class 40. Businesses that transform raw materials or finished goods whether through chemical treatment, mechanical modification, or other processing methods should register under this class to ensure proper trademark protection.

Class 40 is relevant for companies involved in manufacturing, custom processing, and industrial treatment services.

• This Class includes, in particular:

• Custom manufacturing of goods to order and specification
• Metal treating, welding, galvanizing, or plating
• Recycling and waste treatment
• Textile dyeing, cloth waterproofing, and fabric finishing
• Food and beverage preservation (e.g., pasteurization, freezing)
• Printing and photogravure
• Timber felling and processing
• Leather working, glass blowing, and pottery firing
• Sawmill services and woodworking
• Material destruction and disposal

• This Class does not include, in particular:

• Furniture repair and construction work (Class 37)
• Cleaning and rustproofing services (Class 37)
• Custom painting (Class 37)
• Food decorating and sculpting (Class 43)

Who Should Register Under Trademark Class 40?

You should register under Class 40 if you provide services such as:

• Custom tailoring or contract manufacturing
• Fabrication of machine parts, furniture, or accessories
• Printing, engraving, or coating services
• Waste processing, recycling, or reconditioning
• Wood cutting, planing, or laminating
• Textile dyeing or waterproofing
• Food preservation services, like freeze-drying or curing
• Precious metal refining or plating
• Surface treatment and finishing (e.g., polishing, anodizing)

One of the prominent Indian brands registered under Trademark Class 40 is Hindustan Unilever's Pureit. This leading water purifier brand holds its trademark in Class 40 for services including water treatment, air purification, and air deodorizing ensuring strong legal protection across its product and service offerings.

Why Choose Vakilsearch for Trademark Registration under Class 40

trademark registration under Class 40 grants your brand legal exclusivity in industrial processing, manufacturing, and treatment services. As demand grows for specialised services in material transformation and sustainable practices, protecting your brand name or logo is essential to standing out and securing your position in this dynamic industrial sector.

At Vakilsearch, our legal experts understand the unique challenges and requirements of Class 40 services. Our senior Intellectual Property lawyers handle the entire process conducting thorough trademark search, filing your application, clearing formality checks, managing examinations and hearings, and securing your trademark registration certificate.