If you’re a business owner in the ropes, nets, or tent industry, understanding Trademark Class 22 is more than just legal housekeeping — it’s a strategic move to protect your brand identity in a niche yet highly competitive market.
In this guide, we’ll break down:
- ✅ What Class 22 means and why it matters
- ✅ An expanded, highly detailed list of products covered
- ✅ Overlaps with other trademark classes
- ✅ Common mistakes in Class 22 filings
- ✅ Real-life case examples
- ✅ Practical tips for filing and protecting your brand
Whether you sell camping tents, fishing nets, or sacks for agriculture, this blog will help you confidently navigate the trademark process.
🧾 What Is Trademark Class 22?
Trademark Class 22 falls under the Nice Classification System (NCL), an international standard created in 1957 and updated regularly to help trademark offices categorize goods and services.
Class 22 specifically includes:
“Ropes, string, nets, tents, awnings, tarpaulins, sails, sacks and bags (not included in other classes); padding and stuffing materials (except of rubber or plastics); raw fibrous textile materials.”
In simpler terms:
If your products are made of fibers, cordage, or textiles and are used for tying, covering, fishing, camping, or transporting goods, they likely belong in Class 22.
📌 Why Class 22 Matters for Your Business
Filing under the correct class is not just a formality — it’s your first line of defense against copycats and counterfeiters.
Here’s why:
- Legal Ownership – You gain exclusive rights to use your trademark for products in this category.
- Brand Value – Strong trademarks increase resale and licensing potential.
- Customer Trust – Shoppers are more confident buying from a registered brand.
- Market Defense – You can stop others from selling similar products under a confusingly similar name.
If you accidentally file in the wrong class, your registration won’t protect your products — even if you have a trademark certificate.
📋 The Complete List of Products Covered Under Class 22
Below is an expanded and segmented list of all products under Trademark Class 22, so you can check whether your goods are included.
1. Ropes, Strings, and Cordage
These are products made from natural or synthetic fibers, used for binding, securing, lifting, or decoration.
- Natural Fiber Ropes – Hemp, cotton, jute ropes
- Synthetic Ropes – Nylon, polyester, polypropylene
- Climbing Ropes – Dynamic and static ropes for mountaineering
- Marine Ropes – Anchor lines, mooring ropes, dock lines
- Braided & Twisted Ropes – Decorative or industrial use
- Industrial Lifting Ropes – For cranes and construction
- Cords & Strings – Packaging cord, decorative cord, drawstrings
- Lashings – Used for securing cargo
- Guy Lines – Tent and awning support ropes
💡 Tip: If your rope is made of metal wire, it belongs in Class 6 instead.
2. Nets
Nets in Class 22 cover both functional and recreational uses.
- Fishing Nets – Commercial trawling nets, hand nets
- Sports Nets – Badminton, volleyball, tennis nets
- Cargo Nets – For trucks, aircraft, and ships
- Safety Nets – For construction or industrial use
- Agricultural Nets – Bird nets, insect nets, shade nets
- Aquaculture Nets – Fish farming enclosures
- Decorative Nets – For interiors or events
- Hammocks – If made of rope or netting
3. Tents, Awnings, and Outdoor Shelters
Portable or semi-permanent shelters made from textiles.
- Camping Tents – Two-person, family, or expedition tents
- Backpacking Tents – Lightweight hiking tents
- Military Tents – Field tents for army use
- Event Tents – Gazebos, marquees
- Beach Tents – Sun shelters
- Awnings – Window, patio, or storefront fabric covers
- Tent Accessories – Tent poles, guy ropes (if sold as part of the tent)
4. Tarpaulins and Covers
Waterproof or heavy-duty sheets used for protection.
- Canvas Tarps – Durable protective sheets
- Poly Tarpaulins – Waterproof plastic-coated tarps
- Truck Covers – Heavy-duty cargo covers
- Shade Tarps – For sun protection
- Boat Covers – Marine protective covers
- Construction Tarps – Dust and debris control
5. Sails
Fabric devices that harness wind power.
- Boat Sails – Yacht sails, dinghy sails
- Windsurfing Sails
- Sailcloth – Raw sail material
- Paragliding Wings – If textile-based
6. Bags and Sacks (Not Elsewhere Classified)
Storage or transport bags made from textiles.
- Agricultural Sacks – Jute, burlap, hemp sacks
- Mesh Produce Bags – For onions, potatoes
- Industrial Sacks – Woven polypropylene bags
- Stuff Bags – For camping or sleeping gear
- Rope Bags – For climbing or rescue equipment
7. Padding and Stuffing Materials
Used for cushioning, insulation, or filling — excluding rubber or plastic stuffing (Class 17).
- Feathers & Down – For pillows, jackets, bedding
- Wool Stuffing
- Cotton Stuffing
- Kapok Fiber
- Horsehair Padding
8. Raw Fibrous Textile Materials
Unprocessed natural fibers used in textile manufacturing.
- Raw Cotton
- Raw Jute
- Raw Silk
- Raw Hemp
- Coir Fiber
- Raw Wool
- Flax Fibers
- Animal Hair (for textile use)
🧩 Borderline Products and Related Classes
Some goods look similar to Class 22 products but belong elsewhere. Filing in the wrong class means no legal protection.
| Product | Belongs to Class |
| Rubber or plastic ropes | Class 17 |
| Metal ropes/cables | Class 6 |
| Clothing from textile fibers | Class 25 |
| Finished tents with metal frames | May need Class 6 + 22 |
| Sleeping bags | Class 20 |
| Textile fabrics (not finished products) | Class 24 |
⚠️ Common Mistakes in Class 22 Filing
- Too Generic Product Description
Writing just “Ropes” instead of “Marine nylon ropes” limits protection. - Forgetting Future Products
If you plan to sell both ropes and nets, list both now. - Overlapping Classes
Outdoor businesses often need Class 22 + 25 + 28 for full coverage. - Ignoring Similar Marks
Always run a trademark search before filing.
📖 Case Study: How Class 22 Protected a Rope Brand
A marine supply company, BlueHarbor Ropes, sold high-strength mooring ropes. A rival launched BlueHarbour Lines with similar branding.
Because BlueHarbor Ropes had registered their trademark in Class 22 specifically for “marine mooring ropes,” they successfully stopped the competitor, avoiding brand dilution.
🛠 Tips for Successfully Filing a Trademark in Class 22
- Do a Comprehensive Search – Use official trademark databases.
- Be Specific and Inclusive – List all current and future products.
- File Both Wordmark & Logo – Protects your name and design.
- Consider Multi-Class Applications – Outdoor brands often overlap classes.
- Maintain Use Evidence – Keep invoices, product photos for legal proof.
📅 Renewing Your Class 22 Trademark
- Validity: 10 years from registration date.
- Renewal Window: Start renewal 6–12 months before expiry.
- Late Renewal: Possible within 6 months post-expiry with penalty.
🏁 Conclusion
Trademark Class 22 may seem niche, but it covers a surprisingly wide range of industries — from marine supplies to camping gear to agricultural products. Filing your trademark here:
- Protects your brand identity
- Blocks competitors
- Builds long-term business value
If your business deals with ropes, nets, tents, tarpaulins, sails, stuffing materials, or raw textile fibers, Class 22 is your safeguard in the marketplace.
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