Step-by-Step Guide: How to Trademark Your Yarn Brand Under Class 23
✨ Introduction
Are you a yarn manufacturer, knitting business, embroidery thread seller, or crafting entrepreneur?
Then your brand name is one of your most valuable business assets.
In a crowded textile and crafting market, standing out is not enough — you must also protect your brand name from being copied, misused, or misrepresented.
That’s where a trademark comes in.
If your business deals with yarn, threads, sewing threads, embroidery threads, or knitting yarn, then your brand belongs in Trademark Class 23.
In this detailed guide, we’ll explain:
- ✅ What is Trademark Class 23?
- ✅ Why do yarn brands need trademark protection?
- ✅ What types of products are covered in Class 23?
- ✅ Step-by-step guide to registering a trademark for your yarn brand
- ✅ Common mistakes to avoid
- ✅ Benefits of trademark registration
- ✅ FAQs answered in plain English
Let’s get started!
🧶 What Is Trademark Class 23?
Trademark Class 23 is a category defined by the Nice Classification (NCL) system used worldwide to organize trademarks based on goods and services.
Class 23 specifically covers:
“Yarns and threads for textile use.”
That includes:
- Sewing threads
- Embroidery threads
- Knitting yarns
- Crochet threads
- Silk, cotton, wool, and synthetic yarns
If your product is a strand or thread used to make textiles or garments, it probably falls under Class 23.
🧵 Examples of Products Covered Under Class 23:
| Product Type | Example Products |
| Sewing Threads | Cotton thread, polyester thread |
| Embroidery Threads | Rayon embroidery thread, metallic thread |
| Knitting Yarns | Wool yarn, acrylic yarn, hand-knitting yarn |
| Crochet Threads | Mercerized cotton crochet thread |
| Industrial Threads | Upholstery thread, tent sewing threads |
| Silk Threads | Mulberry silk thread, raw silk yarn |
🏷️ Why Trademarking Your Yarn Brand Matters
Let’s face it — the yarn market is full of competition. Many businesses offer similar colors, textures, and materials.
So how do customers recognize and trust your products?
👉 Through your brand name, label, or logo.
Now imagine:
- Another business starts using a name similar to yours.
- Customers get confused.
- Your brand’s reputation suffers.
- You lose sales.
This is why registering a trademark is not optional — it’s essential.
🔒 A Trademark Gives You Legal Ownership
When you register a trademark:
- ✅ You become the legal owner of your brand name in Class 23.
- ✅ You get exclusive rights to use it on yarn/thread products.
- ✅ You can take legal action if someone copies or misuses it.
- ✅ You build customer trust and loyalty.
- ✅ You protect your brand’s value if you expand or sell your business.
🧵 Real-World Examples of Yarn Brands That Use Trademarks
Here are some famous brands that have trademarks in Class 23:
- Anchor – embroidery threads
- Coats – sewing threads
- DMC – crochet and embroidery yarns
- Pony – knitting and crafting threads
- Vardhman – wool and acrylic yarns
These companies protect their brand identity through trademark registration. If they can do it, you can too!
🎯 Step-by-Step Guide: How to Trademark Your Yarn Brand in Class 23
Now let’s walk you through the full process — step by step.
🧩 Step 1: Identify Your Products
First, clearly define what type of yarn/thread products you are selling or planning to sell.
Ask yourself:
- Am I selling sewing threads, embroidery threads, knitting yarns, or industrial yarns?
- Are my products natural (cotton/wool/silk) or synthetic (polyester/acrylic/nylon)?
- Are they used in textile manufacturing or crafting?
✅ If your answer includes any of these, then Class 23 is the correct class for your trademark.
🔍 Step 2: Conduct a Trademark Search
Before you file, you must check whether your brand name or logo is already registered.
This is called a trademark search.
You can do this through:
- 🏛️ The official trademark search portal in your country (e.g., IP India, USPTO in the USA, EUIPO in Europe).
- 👨⚖️ Or take help from a professional trademark attorney.
Search tips:
- Look for identical names.
- Look for similar-sounding names (phonetically similar).
- Search within Class 23.
✅ If your name is available, you can proceed.
❌ If it is already taken, consider modifying your brand name.
📄 Step 3: Prepare Trademark Application
Now you are ready to apply.
You will need:
- ✅ Brand name (word mark)
- ✅ Logo (device mark), if any
- ✅ Owner’s name (individual or company)
- ✅ Business address
- ✅ List of goods (yarn/thread types)
- ✅ Class number (Class 23)
- ✅ Power of attorney (if filing through an agent)
You can apply:
- 🖥️ Online through your national trademark portal
- 📬 Or offline through a physical application
🧾 Step 4: File the Application in Class 23
When filing:
- ✅ Choose Class 23 in the application.
- ✅ Describe your products in detail (e.g., “cotton sewing thread,” “acrylic knitting yarn”).
- ✅ Attach your logo (if registering a logo mark).
Once submitted, you will receive an application number.
Congratulations! 🎉 You’ve officially applied.
📜 Step 5: Examination by the Trademark Office
Next, the trademark office will examine your application.
They check for:
- ✅ Correct class
- ✅ Any conflicting trademarks
- ✅ Whether your brand name is too descriptive or generic
If there are no objections, your application moves to the next stage.
If there are objections, you will receive an “Examination Report.”
📌 You must reply with legal arguments. A lawyer can help you here.
📢 Step 6: Trademark Publication
Once your application is accepted, your trademark will be published in the Trademark Journal.
This gives the public a chance to oppose it if they believe it’s too similar to their brand.
If no opposition is filed within 4 months, your mark moves to registration.
🏆 Step 7: Trademark Registration
If all goes well, your trademark will be officially registered.
You will receive a Trademark Registration Certificate.
Your brand is now:
- ✅ Legally protected
- ✅ Officially yours
- ✅ Safer from copycats
🎉 Time to celebrate your protected yarn brand!
✅ Benefits of Trademarking Your Yarn Brand in Class 23
Let’s summarize why this process is worth your time:
| Benefit | Why It Matters |
| 🛡️ Legal Protection | Stop others from copying your brand name |
| 📈 Brand Recognition | Build trust and customer loyalty |
| 🌍 Expansion-Ready | Protect your brand internationally |
| ⚖️ Legal Rights | Sue infringers, claim damages |
| 💼 Business Asset | Trademark is an intangible asset that increases value |
| 🔄 Renewal-Friendly | Valid for 10 years, renewable forever |
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ❌ Filing under the wrong class (e.g., Class 24 instead of 23)
- ❌ Choosing a name that is too generic (e.g., “Yarn Shop”)
- ❌ Not conducting a proper trademark search
- ❌ Ignoring objections or legal notices
- ❌ Not renewing the trademark after 10 years
🧵 Visual Inspiration: Yarn & Thread Products Covered in Class 23
Here’s a quick visual sampler of the kinds of goods that typically fall under Class 23 — great for understanding the variety at a glance.
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📚 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. ❓ What is Trademark Class 23?
👉 It is the official trademark class for yarns and threads for textile use such as sewing threads, embroidery threads, knitting yarns, and crochet threads.
2. ❓ Can I register both my brand name and logo?
✅ Yes! You can file:
- A word mark (brand name only)
- A device/logo mark (logo or label)
- Or both for complete protection.
3. ❓ How long does a trademark last?
🕒 A registered trademark is valid for 10 years.
You can renew it every 10 years for unlimited protection.
4. ❓ Can two brands have the same name in different classes?
✅ Yes, if the goods are unrelated.
For example, a yarn brand in Class 23 can have the same name as a food brand in Class 30.
But if the goods are similar, then no.
5. ❓ How much does it cost?
💰 It depends on your country. In India, the government fee is:
- ₹4,500 (individual/startup)
- ₹9,000 (company)
Legal/professional fees are extra.
🧠 Final Tips
- ✅ Always consult a trademark expert or IP lawyer.
- ✅ File early before someone else takes your name.
- ✅ Use your trademark actively in packaging, labels, and websites.
- ✅ Monitor the market for infringement.
📝 Conclusion
Trademarking your yarn brand in Class 23 is one of the smartest decisions you can make to protect your business.
Whether you are:
- A small-scale hand-dyed yarn seller
- A mid-sized embroidery thread manufacturer
- Or a large-scale textile yarn company
…you deserve to protect the brand you’ve built with hard work.
By registering your trademark:
- ✅ You gain legal ownership of your brand.
- ✅ You gain trust from customers.
- ✅ You prevent copycats and confusion.
- ✅ You build a strong, future-ready brand.
So, don’t delay. Start your trademark journey today — and make your yarn brand legally yours.
💼 Need Help Registering Your Trademark?
At VMK Professionals, we specialize in:
- 🔍 Trademark Search
- 📝 Trademark Filing in Class 23
- ⚖️ Handling Objections & Opposition
- 🛡️ Brand Protection Strategy
We’ve helped dozens of yarn, textile, and craft brands secure their trademarks smoothly and affordably.
📞 Contact us today to protect your yarn brand under Class 23 with expert guidance.
