Which Products Fall Under Class 21? Full List of Utensils, Cookware & Household Items
In the bustling home goods market of India, a brand’s identity is one of its most valuable assets. Whether you’re a manufacturer of ceramic bowls, a seller of reusable water bottles, or a startup brand offering eco-friendly cleaning brushes — Trademark Class 21 is where your products likely belong.
This blog offers a comprehensive list of products covered under Trademark Class 21, especially focused on utensils, cookware, kitchen accessories, and household goods. It will help business owners, startups, and entrepreneurs determine if their products fall under this class and why it’s crucial to register under the right category.
Let’s get started with the fundamentals.
📘 What Is Trademark Class 21?
Trademark Class 21 is part of the internationally recognized Nice Classification (NCL) system, adopted by India under the Trademark Act, 1999. It covers:
“Household or kitchen utensils and containers; combs and sponges; brushes (except paint brushes); brush-making materials; articles for cleaning purposes; steelwool; unworked or semi-worked glass (except building glass); glassware, porcelain and earthenware not included in other classes.”
Essentially, Class 21 is your go-to trademark class for all things kitchen, dining, bathroom accessories, and cleaning tools — made of materials like plastic, glass, wood, porcelain, and ceramic.
🍽️ Why It Matters to Choose the Right Class
Selecting the correct trademark class ensures:
- ✅ Legal protection for your specific product line
- ✅ Avoidance of objections and rejections
- ✅ Protection from infringement by competitors
- ✅ Qualification for e-commerce platforms like Amazon Brand Registry
- ✅ Long-term brand trust and recognition
If your product fits in Class 21 but you register under the wrong class (like Class 6 or 20), you risk:
- Losing your brand protection
- Facing legal disputes
- Inability to enforce rights
✅ Full List of Products Covered Under Trademark Class 21
Here’s a categorized and detailed list of items that fall under Trademark Class 21, with examples to guide you.
🍳 1. Kitchen Utensils and Cookware
These are non-electric tools used in food preparation and cooking, mostly made of glass, ceramic, plastic, wood, or non-metal materials.
- Ladles, spatulas, and turners
- Tongs and skimmers
- Mixing bowls
- Whisks and hand-held beaters (non-electric)
- Baking molds, trays, and cookie cutters
- Mortar and pestle
- Sieves and strainers
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rolling pins
- Graters
- Chopping boards
⚠️ Note: If your cookware is electric (e.g., blenders, toasters), it may belong under Class 7 or 11.
🧺 2. Kitchen Containers and Storage Solutions
This includes household containers used for food storage or organization.
- Airtight jars and containers
- Tupperware-type plastic boxes
- Spice jars
- Oil dispensers
- Cereal dispensers
- Bread boxes
- Salad shakers
- Water bottles (non-electric)
- Lunch boxes and tiffins
- Butter dishes and cheese holders
🍽️ 3. Tableware and Serving Accessories
Includes products used in serving and dining, especially made from porcelain, earthenware, glass, or plastic.
- Plates, bowls, and platters
- Trays and serving dishes
- Tea sets and coffee mugs
- Cups and saucers
- Tumblers and drinking glasses
- Pitchers and jugs
- Salt and pepper shakers
- Egg cups
- Cake stands
- Dessert bowls and fruit baskets
🧽 4. Cleaning Tools and Accessories
This covers non-electric tools used for cleaning kitchen, home, or bathroom spaces.
- Brooms and brushes (not paintbrushes)
- Mops, floor wipes, and scrubbers
- Toilet brushes
- Dishwashing brushes and pads
- Sponges and sponge cloths
- Lint rollers
- Buckets and pails (non-metallic)
- Spray bottles for cleaning
🛁 5. Bathroom Accessories
Household utility items used in bathroom organization and hygiene fall under Class 21.
- Soap dishes
- Toothbrush holders
- Tumbler holders
- Bathroom shelves (non-metal)
- Shower caddies
- Toilet paper holders
- Bathroom bins (non-electric)
- Loofahs and bath sponges
🧼 6. Personal Hygiene Tools (Non-Electric)
- Hair brushes and combs
- Shaving brushes
- Nail brushes
- Manicure and pedicure bowls
- Facial sponges
- Makeup application tools (non-electric)
⚠️ Electric grooming tools (like trimmers or electric toothbrushes) fall under Class 10 or 11.
🌿 7. Eco-Friendly and Reusable Household Products
With sustainability on the rise, many eco-brands offer reusable items, and these too fall under Class 21 if they’re non-electric and made of appropriate materials.
- Reusable straws (bamboo, steel, silicone)
- Beeswax wraps for food storage
- Cloth dish covers
- Refillable cleaning bottles
- Compost bins (non-electric, household use)
🕯️ 8. Decorative Glassware and Porcelain Items
As long as they are not building materials or structural glass, items like the following fall under Class 21:
- Vases
- Candle holders
- Flower pots (non-metal, non-electric)
- Decorative figurines made of porcelain or ceramic
- Glass or acrylic showpieces
🛠️ 9. Brush-Making and Auxiliary Tools
Though niche, this includes raw materials and tools used to manufacture household brushes.
- Brush handles (non-metal)
- Bristles (natural or synthetic)
- Brush holders
- Brush cleaning kits
🧾 What Is Not Included in Class 21?
Understanding exclusions helps avoid misclassification.
| Not Included | Covered Under |
| Building glass, window glass | Class 19 |
| Metal cookware (steel pots) | Class 6 |
| Furniture and mirrors | Class 20 |
| Electric kitchen appliances | Class 7 or 11 |
| Cosmetics or soap | Class 3 |
| Retail or online store services | Class 35 |
📝 Tips to Draft Product Description for Class 21 Trademark Application
When applying for trademark registration, the product description you write matters. It must be:
- Specific
- Relevant to your business
- Within the scope of Class 21
✅ Good Example:
“Trademark for brand offering non-electric kitchen utensils, plastic food storage containers, glass bottles, ceramic crockery, and household cleaning brushes under Class 21.”
📝 Trademark Class 21 in Action: Real-World Brand Examples
| Brand | Class 21 Products |
| Milton | Bottles, tiffins, containers |
| Tupperware | Food containers, kitchenware |
| Borosil | Glassware, dinnerware |
| Scotch-Brite | Scrub pads, cleaning brushes |
| Cello | Storage items, tableware |
Each of these brands is protected under Class 21 and often also registers under other related classes for full protection.
📌 Importance of Trademark Class 21 for D2C & Online Sellers
If you’re selling household products on:
- Amazon
- Flipkart
- Meesho
- Your own Shopify site
You must register your brand under Class 21 to:
- Enroll in Amazon Brand Registry
- Get “brand owner” benefits
- Stop counterfeit or duplicate listings
🔐 Final Thoughts: Why Trademark Class 21 Matters
If your business deals in non-electric kitchenware, storage, personal hygiene tools, or cleaning products, Class 21 is your legal home base.
A trademark under Class 21:
- Protects your product line
- Boosts brand credibility
- Keeps competitors from copying your identity
- Builds long-term brand equity
Whether you’re launching a new kitchen brand or scaling an existing one — this is the class you cannot afford to ignore.
📞 Need Help Filing a Class 21 Trademark?
At VMK Professionals, we help you:
- Identify your correct trademark class
- Draft product descriptions
- File trademark applications
- Handle objections and oppositions
- Get long-term brand protection
📩 Contact VMK Professionals Today
