Which products does Trademark Class 27 protect in India?

Trademark Class 27 in India covers floor and wall coverings such as carpets, rugs, mats, vinyl flooring, and wallpaper. These products are designed to cover existing floors and walls. It also includes mats like gym mats, bath mats, and yoga mats. Non-textile wall coverings are also protected under this class.

Does Class 27 cover textile wallpaper?

No, WIPO’s own Class 27 heading limits wall coverings specifically to those “not of textile.” Textile wallpaper and textile wall hangings fall under Class 24 instead, alongside other fabric-based decorative and household textile items covered in that separate class.

Are gymnastic or gym mats covered under Class 27?

Yes, gymnastic and gymnasium mats fall under Class 27, providing cushioning and safety during exercise, training, or athletic activity. They sit alongside other functional mat types, like yoga mats, door mats, and bath mats, within the same broad floor-covering category.

Does Class 27 cover artificial turf?

Yes, artificial turf, as a synthetic ground covering used in place of natural grass or traditional carpet, falls under Class

This applies whether the turf is used for sports fields, landscaping, decorative purposes, or general outdoor and indoor ground coverage. 5. Does Class 27 cover electrically heated carpets?

No, electrically heated carpets fall under Class 11, the class covering heating and electrical appliances, separate from the standard, non-heated carpets and floor coverings that remain within Class 27’s own dedicated scope of products.

Should a carpet manufacturer also selling wooden flooring file only under Class 27?

No, wooden flooring and floor boards fall under Class 19, the building materials class, so a business selling both carpets and wooden flooring needs to file under both classes separately for genuinely complete brand protection.

Is a rubber gym floor mat classified differently from a fabric bath mat?

Not for classification purposes; both fall under Class 27 regardless of material, since the class covers mats broadly by function rather than by the specific material used, whether rubber, textile, vinyl, or another surface covering substance.

Can a single brand cover both carpets and matching curtains under one Class 27 filing?

No, curtains and other textile household goods fall under Class 24, a separate class entirely. A brand selling both carpets and curtains under the same name needs to file under Class 27 and Class 24 individually for full coverage.

Does Class 27 protect the pattern or design printed on a carpet?

No, trademark registration under Class 27 protects your brand name and logo, not the visual pattern or design itself. A distinctive carpet pattern would instead need separate protection through design registration, a completely different legal process.

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Trademark Class 27 in India: Carpets, Rugs, and Mats

Abhilash Shukla

Updated:Aug 12, 2026

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Trademark Class 27 covers floor and wall coverings in India. It includes carpets, rugs, mats, linoleum, vinyl floor coverings, and non-textile wall hangings. Registration under this class helps businesses protect their brand identity from imitation and misuse.

Legal trademark protection under the Trade Marks Act, 1999 helps businesses prevent infringement disputes. The Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM), Government of India, enforces this protection and strengthens consumer trust.

Key Takeaways

Class 27 covers carpets, rugs, mats, matting, linoleum, and other materials for covering existing floors, plus wall hangings that are not made of textile.
Textile wall hangings and textile wallpaper are excluded from Class 27, confirmed directly against WIPO’s own class heading, which specifically limits wall coverings to non-textile materials. These fall under Class 24 instead.
It does not cover floor tiles or wooden boards (Class 19), electrically heated carpets (Class 11), or mats for infant playpens (Class 20).
Filing costs ₹4,500 per class for individuals, startups, and MSMEs, and ₹9,000 for companies and partnerships.
Registration is valid for 10 years from the filing date, renewable indefinitely via Form TM-R.

What is Trademark Class 27 in India?

Trademark Class 27 applies to products designed to cover existing floors or walls, protecting the unique branding of carpets, mats, and non-textile wall coverings. Trademark registration gives legal rights to use your logo, name, or design exclusively in this category. India follows the Nice Classification (NICE) system, recognized globally under WIPO, to categorize goods and services.

Who Can File for Trademark Class 27 in India?

Any business involved in manufacturing, supplying, or selling floor and wall coverings can file under the Class 27 trademark. This includes:

Carpet manufacturers producing home, office, or automobile carpets.
Mat suppliers offering bath mats, door mats, gym mats, and yoga mats.
Linoleum and vinyl flooring producers supplying floor coverings for homes and commercial spaces.
Non-textile wall covering manufacturers offering wallpaper and non-fabric wall hangings.
Startups and small businesses introducing innovative flooring or wall covering designs.

What Products Does Trademark Class 27 Cover?

Trademark Class 27 protects a wide range of products that businesses add to existing floors or walls. Below is a detailed list of products that you can protect under Class 27 in India:

Product Name	Description
Automobile carpets	Cover car floors and improve interior aesthetics
Bath mats	Absorb water and prevent slipping in bathrooms
Carpet underlay	Provide cushioning under carpets for comfort and durability
Gymnastic mats/gymnasium mats	Provide cushioning and safety during exercise or training
Door mats	Prevent dirt from entering and improve safety at entrances
Floor coverings	Cover existing floors, including linoleum and vinyl
Floor mats, fire-resistant	Protect surfaces from heat and fire hazards
Linoleum	Durable floor covering, easy to clean for homes and businesses
Mats of woven rope for ski slopes	Ensure safety and traction on ski slope paths
Mats	Serve general floor covering purposes
Non-slip mats	Provide anti-slip surfaces for wet or slippery areas
Reed mats	Offer traditional or decorative floor coverings
Tatami mats	Serve as traditional Japanese-style floor coverings
Non-textile wallpaper	Cover and decorate interior walls, provided it is not textile-based
Wall hangings, not of textile	Decorate walls using non-fabric materials
Vinyl floor coverings	Durable, waterproof floors for homes and businesses
Yoga mats	Provide grip and cushioning for workouts
Artificial turf	Synthetic ground covering used as an alternative to natural grass or carpet

What Products are Excluded from Class 27?

Certain products fall outside Class 27 and require separate registration. These include:

Floors, floor tiles, wooden boards, and geotextiles fall under Class 19.
Electrically heated carpets fall under Class 11.
Mats for infant playpens fall under Class 20.
Textile wall hangings and textile wallpaper fall under Class 24.

Knowing these exclusions prevents trademark objections and ensures correct filing under trademark Class 27.

How to Register your Trademark in Class 27?

You can file on a “proposed to be used” basis if your products aren’t yet on the market. Choose “already in use” if your carpets, mats, or wall coverings are already sold.

Follow these steps to register your trademark under Class 27:

Search first: Use the IP India database or RegisterKaro’s free trademark search tool. Check for existing marks, phonetic similarities, and pending applications under Class 27.
Confirm the correct class: Class 27 protects floor coverings, mats, carpets, linoleum, artificial turf, and non-textile wall hangings. These goods are distinct from Classes 1–34 for goods and Classes 35–45 for services.
File Form TM-A: Include applicant details, a clear logo or wordmark in JPEG format, precise product descriptions, and proof of use if applicable. Submit through the IP India E-Filing Portal. Government fees run ₹4,500 for individuals/MSMEs/startups and ₹9,000 for companies/partnerships.
Examination: The Registrar checks for legal compliance and conflicts. The Registrar may raise objections under Section 9 for distinctiveness or Section 11 for similarity to prior marks. Respond to trademark objections within 30 days. Attend trademark hearings if scheduled.
Publication and opposition window: Once approved, your mark is published in the Trademark Journal for 4 months. During this period, third parties can file trademark opposition. Respond promptly with a counterstatement and evidence if opposed.
Registration and renewal: Once cleared, you can use the ® symbol. Registration is valid for 10 years from the filing date. You can renew it through Form TM-R before expiry, with a 6-month grace period at a surcharge if missed.

Other Trademark Classes That Can Cause Confusion for Class 27

Businesses often confuse Class 27 with other trademark classes because some products appear similar but legally belong elsewhere. The main classes that confuse are:

Class 20: Covers mats for infants and furniture-related products. Businesses selling play mats or specialized furniture mats sometimes mistakenly file under Class 27 instead.
Class 11: Includes electrically heated carpets and other electrical floor coverings. Companies selling heated carpets often assume they belong in Class 27, which can cause rejection.
Class 19: Protects wooden, non-metallic, or industrial flooring. Businesses selling vinyl or wooden floors may misclassify these, delaying registration.
Class 24: Covers textile wall hangings and textile wallpaper, distinct from the non-textile wall coverings that belong in Class 27.

Filing in the correct class ensures authorities recognize the products properly and grants full legal protection.

Abhilash Shukla

Abhilash Shukla is an Intellectual Property Attorney and Commercial Legal Professional with over 13 years of experience advising businesses on trademark law, brand protection, intellectual property strategy, and commercial legal matters. His tenure as an Examiner of Trade Marks & Geographical Indications with the Government of India allowed him to gain first-hand expertise in trademark examination, registrability assessment, classification, and trademark registry procedures. With a deep understanding of both legal and commercial considerations, Abhilash helps businesses develop practical strategies to protect and scale the value of their brands.