Trademark Class 30: Staple food, Bakery Products and Non-alcoholic beverages

Updated on July 08, 2024 09:15:42 AM

An individual or business that produces products related to Staple food, bakery items or non-alcoholic beverages, can prevent their brand uniqueness by registering their brand under Trademark class 30. Trademark Registration is an essential component for a business that wants to establish a solitary identity in the market and also provides many exclusive rights to the owner.

This article discusses trademark class 30, and its meaning and includes a comprehensive list of products that class 30 covers, as well as some points to keep in mind during the registration process.

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What is Trademark Class 30?

Trademark class 30 consists of all the items related to staple food, bakery products, non-alcoholic beverages or snacks. Nice Classification covers approx 80,000 items according to the nature of the product. There are a total of 45 classes that are divided into two main groups: Goods classes (1 to 34) and Service Classes (35 to 45).

Trademark class 30 is one of the important classes of the Nice classes that comes in goods classes. It covers several items related to food and beverages such as flour, cakes, pizza, tea, coffee, spices, bread, candies and many more.

Examples of well-known brands registered under Trademark Class 30

Here are some well-known brand examples mentioned below that registered their mark under Trademark Class 30:

  1. Parle: Known for Biscuits, snacks and confectionery items.
  2. Maggie: deals in noodles, pasta and sauces.
  3. MDH: popular for spices.
  4. Haldiram: well known for snacks and sweets.
  5. Britannia: popular for biscuits, cakes and bread.

Comprehensive List of Items Covered under Trademark Class 30

Here is the comprehensive list of items given below that are covered under trademark class 30:

Category Items cover by trademark class 30
Staple Food or items
  • aromatic preparations for food
  • baking powder
  • baking soda
  • barley meal
  • bean meal
  • cereal preparations
  • Cheeseburgers
  • chips [cereal products]
  • crushed oats
  • custard
  • farinaceous foods
  • groats for human food
  • hominy
  • hominy grits
  • husked barley
  • husked oats
  • macaroni
  • Flour
  • muesli
  • oat flakes
  • wheat flour
  • semolina
Bakery Products
  • almond confectionery
  • bread
  • bread rolls
  • breadcrumbs
  • buns
  • cake powder
  • cake dough/cake batter
  • cake frosting [icing]
  • cakes
  • Cheeseburgers
  • cooking salt
  • corn flakes/maize flakes
  • corn flour/corn meal/maize flour/maize meal
  • corn, milled / maize, milled
  • corn, roasted / maize, roasted
  • gingerbread
  • meat pies
  • pancakes
  • pastries
Coffee, Tea & Cocoa
  • artificial coffee
  • chicory [coffee substitute]
  • cocoa
  • cocoa beverages with milk
  • cocoa-based beverages
  • coffee flavourings
  • coffee
  • coffee beverages with milk
  • coffee-based beverages
  • flowers or leaves for use as tea substitutes
  • iced tea
  • vegetal preparations for use as coffee substitutes
  • unroasted coffee
  • tea-based beverages
Spices/ condiment
  • Allspice
  • aniseed
  • ginger
  • garden herbs
  • minced garlic
  • mustard
  • Turmeric
  • Pepper
  • soya bean paste
  • seaweed [condiment]
  • relish
  • Sauces
  • curry
Confectionery and Snacks
  • binding agents for ice cream
  • candy*
  • candy decorations for cakes
  • capers
  • caramels [candy]
  • cereal bars
  • chewing gum*
  • chocolate
  • chocolate beverages with milk
  • chocolate mousses
  • chocolate decorations for cakes
  • chocolate-based beverages
  • chocolate-coated nuts
  • confectioners/sugar confectionery
  • dessert mousses
  • fondants
  • fruit jellies
  • halvah
  • high-protein cereal bars
  • honey
  • ice cream
  • liquorice
  • lozenges
  • malt biscuits
  • biscuits/cookies
  • frozen yoghurt
  • Tarts
  • peanut confectionery

Items that do not cover under Trademark Class 30

Some items seem to be very similar to the items that come under class 30 but they are not included in this class. Here is the list of items given below that do not cover under Trademark class 30:

  1. Certain Foodstuffs of Plant Origin
  2. Preserving salt other than food
  3. Drugs, dietetic foods, and substances adapted for medical use.
  4. Food for babies
  5. Dietary supplement
  6. Raw Cereals
  7. Foodstuffs for animals

Points to be Remember before applying TM under Trademark Class 30

Some points mentioned below that should be remembered before applying TM under Trademark class 30:

  1. TM comprehensive search: The applicant should conduct a comprehensive TM search for TM registration in class 30, as well as TM searches in other classes. By doing so, it provides thorough information about the Trademark's availability.
  2. Choose a Strong and Distinct Mark: The applicant must select a strong and unique Trademark mark. It aids to provide a distinct identity to the brand and helps to stand out on the commercial ground.
  3. Consult With TM Attorney: A complex process, TM registration involves a high risk of rejection even for minor errors. However, for a hassle-free registration, the applicant must speak with the TM attorney.As a TM attorney, Litem Legalis will be your top option.

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Conclusion

TM Registration under Trademark class 30 is an essential and complex process that accelerates your business reach. Trademark class 30 mentioned all the items related to food and non-alcoholic beverages. If any business does not produce but only gives service to these, do not fall under the Trademark class 30. For easy and hassle-free Trademark registration, the applicant must consult with a professional TM attorney.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Trademark Class 30?

Trademark class 30 consists of all the items related to staple food, bakery products, non-alcoholic beverages or snacks.

What are the fees of Trademark registration in Trademark Class 30?

The basic government fees for registration are Rs. 4500 for the online registration and Rs. 5000 for the offline mode. This fee will be increased according to the number of classes selected by the applicants during the filing.

What documents are needed for the Trademark?

The needed documents for an electronic Trademark are a logo, Nature of Goods & Services, Aadhar Card, GST, Signed Power of Attorney, Signed User Affidavit, MSME Certificate, and Start-up Certificate.

Which items do not fall under Trademark class 30?

Food substances adapted for medical use, baby food, raw cereals and foodstuffs for animals do not fall under Trademark class 30.

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