Trademark Class 32: Water, Non-Alcoholic Beverages & Drinks

From the first sip to lasting brand loyalty, what truly makes customers choose the same beverage every time? It is rarely just the taste or packaging. Brand trust plays a far bigger role, and Trademark Class 32 helps non-alcoholic beverage brands protect that trust. 

In a crowded beverage market, this protection becomes critical. From global brands like Bisleri and Coca-Cola to emerging energy drink startups like O’cean Beverages, customers return because they expect the same quality every time. Trademark registration helps preserve that expectation by preventing imitation and strengthening brand recognition as businesses grow.

This guide explains how Trademark Class 32 safeguards your beverage brand and why it matters for long-term business growth.

What is Trademark Class 32 in India? Definition and Scope

Trademark Class 32 protects non-alcoholic beverages and beverage preparations meant for human consumption. It applies to businesses that manufacture, sell, distribute, or brand drinks for everyday consumption, particularly in the FMCG and beverage industry. 

Importantly, this class protects your brand name and identifiers such as the brand name, logo, label, or tagline. It does not protect the taste, formula, or ingredients of the beverage.

India follows the Nice Classification system, an international trademark classification framework administered under the Nice Agreement and overseen by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). The Trade Marks Act, 1999, adopts this system and ensures that the registration of different types of trademarks stays consistent. 

The classification groups goods by their nature and use. It clearly defines the scope of legal protection. This helps define the exact scope of legal protection for non-alcoholic beverages under Class 32.

Registering under Trademark Class 32 offers several business advantages, including:

• Grants exclusive rights over your beverage brand
  
• Stops competitors from using similar names or logos
  
• Reduces the risk of trademark objections during examination
  
• Strengthens action against trademark infringement
  
• Supports growth across retail and online platforms
  
• Aligns your trademark with global WIPO standards and supports international expansion

Whether you sell drinking water or launch a new soft drink, the Class 32 trademark in India provides strong legal protection and long-term security.

Who Should Register Under Trademark Class 32?

Trademark Class 32 is relevant for businesses and individuals dealing in non-alcoholic beverages and related products. You should consider registering under this class if your brand or business falls into any of the following categories:

• Packaged drinking water brands: Protect brand names used for bottled, mineral, or purified water with the correct trademark class for packaged drinking water.
  
• Soft drink manufacturers: Secure trademarks for carbonated and flavored non-alcoholic beverages.
  
• Juice and beverage companies: Safeguard brands selling fruit juices, vegetable juices, and blended drinks.
  
• Energy and sports drink brands: Protect trademarks for energy drinks, electrolyte drinks, and fitness beverages.
  
• Flavored water and beverage concentrate sellers: Secure brand ownership and avoid trademark conflicts of syrups, powders, and concentrates used to prepare drinks.
  
• Online beverage sellers and D2C brands: Secure brand rights before selling through e-commerce platforms and marketplaces.

Trademark registration under Class 32 gives your beverage brand legal protection, blocks imitation, and supports confident growth across different channels.

Goods Covered Under Trademark Class 32: Detailed List

Trademark Class 32 covers non-alcoholic beverages and related products, including drinks and preparations used to make beverages. This class ensures your beverage brand receives legal protection for all covered products.

Below is the Trademark Class 32 goods list:

Category / Examples of Goods Covered	Description
Packaged Drinking Water	Mineral water, purified water, spring water, aerated water, and bottled drinking water are sold for everyday consumption
Soft Drinks and Carbonated Beverages	Carbonated soft drinks, flavored sodas, fizzy drinks, colas, non-alcoholic carbonated beverages
Fruit and Vegetable Beverages	Fruit juices, vegetable juices, mixed juice drinks, fruit-based beverages, non-alcoholic juice blends
Energy and Sports Drinks	Energy drinks, sports drinks, electrolyte drinks, isotonic beverages, performance hydration drinks
Flavored and Functional Beverages	Flavored water, vitamin-enriched drinks, fortified non-alcoholic beverages, and functional drinks not classified as medicinal
Beverage Preparations and Concentrates	Syrups, concentrates, powders, and essences are used to prepare non-alcoholic drinks
Non-Alcoholic Malt and Cereal Drinks	Non-alcoholic malt beverages, cereal-based non-alcoholic drinks
Ready-to-Drink (RTD) Non-Alcoholic Beverages	Packaged, ready-to-consume non-alcoholic drinks sold through retail and e-commerce platforms
Plant-Based and Non-Dairy Beverages	Beverages made from soy, almond, oat, rice, or other plant-based sources
Fermented Non-Alcoholic Beverages	Kombucha, kefir, and other non-alcoholic fermented drinks

Note: If your brand sells both ready-to-drink beverages and beverage concentrates, you must explicitly list both to ensure full legal protection under Class 32.

Worried someone will copy your beverage brand or non-alcoholic drinks? RegisterKaro helps you register your trademark under Class 32 with complete end-to-end support. Protect your brand, stop imitators, and grow your business confidently. Contact us today!

Goods Not Covered Under Trademark Class 32

Although Class 32 covers a wide range of non-alcoholic beverages and related products, some items fall outside its scope. These include:

• Alcoholic beverages: Beer, wine, spirits, alcoholic cocktails, and liquor (covered under Class 33)
  
• Tea, coffee, and cocoa-based drinks: Instant tea, coffee mixes, and cocoa beverages (covered under Class 30)
  
• Milk and dairy-based beverages: Milk drinks, milkshakes, yogurt drinks, buttermilk, dairy-based smoothies, and lassi (covered under Class 29)
  
• Medicinal and health drinks: Nutritional supplements, therapeutic drinks, and medical beverages (covered under Class 5)
  
• Beverage containers and packaging: Bottles, cans, jars, and packaging materials (they fall under Class 20 or Class 21, depending on the material)

If you know what trademark class for non alcoholic drinks excludes, you can file your trademark correctly on the first try. Use RegisterKaro’s free trademark class search tool to identify the right class for your products and avoid classification errors.

How to Register a Trademark Under Class 32?

Registering your brand under Trademark Class 32 follows a clear, step-by-step process. You can file your application as “proposed to be used” if your beverage brand is not yet launched. Choose “already in use” if your products are already available in the market. Selecting the correct status helps ensure accurate filing and smoother approval.

Follow the steps below for smooth registration:

1. Conduct a Trademark Search

• Check whether your brand name or logo already exists under Class 32.
• This helps you avoid conflicts, objections, or rejection at a later stage.
• Use the official IP India trademark database or take professional assistance for a detailed search.

Use RegisterKaro’s trademark availability check tool to quickly verify whether your desired name or logo is available.

2. Select the Right Goods Description

• Clearly mention all non-alcoholic beverages you want to protect under Class 32.
• Include products such as packaged drinking water, soft drinks, juices, energy drinks, or beverage concentrates.
• Accurate product listing reduces objections and strengthens legal protection.

3. File the Trademark Application (Form TM-A)

• Submit the application online through the IP India portal or offline at the Trademark Registry.
• Provide your brand name, logo (if any), detailed goods description, and applicant information.
• Pay the applicable filing fee. Typically, the registration fee is ₹4,500 for individuals or small enterprises and ₹9,000 for other applicants.

4. Examination by the Trademark Office

• The Trademark Registrar examines your application for similarity, errors, or legal issues.
• If required, an Examination Report may be issued seeking clarification or changes.
• Respond within the given timeline to avoid delays.

5. Publication in the Trademark Journal

• Once accepted, your trademark is published in the Trademark Journal.
• This allows the public to file opposition within the statutory period, usually four months.

6. Registration and Issuance of Certificate

• If no opposition is filed or objections are resolved, the trademark is registered.
• You receive the Trademark Registration Certificate, granting exclusive rights under Class 32.
• The registration is valid for 10 years, and you can renew the trademark every 10 years. 

Once approved, you receive the certificate, granting exclusive rights under Class 32 of trademarks. The entire registration process of this trademark class takes around 12–18 months.

Ready to protect your beverage brand under Trademark Class 32? Most businesses prefer expert support to avoid errors and delays. RegisterKaro assists you at every stage, from trademark search to certificate issuance. Secure your beverage brand today and grow your business with confidence.

Classes Similar to Class 32: When Should Beverage Brands Opt for Multi-Class Filing?

Trademark Class 32 covers non-alcoholic beverages and drink preparations. However, many beverage businesses offer products that fall under multiple trademark classes. Filing under only Class 32 may leave parts of your product range unprotected.

Below are the different classes of trademarks most commonly related to Class 32 and how they differ:

Trademark Class	Goods Covered	How It Differs from Class 32
Class 33	Alcoholic beverages such as beer, wine, spirits, and liquor	Covers alcoholic drinks, while Class 32 applies only to non-alcoholic beverages
Class 30	Tea, coffee, cocoa, and beverage mixes	Covers hot and cocoa-based drinks, not soft drinks or bottled beverages
Class 29	Milk, dairy drinks, yogurt-based beverages, lassi	Covers dairy-based beverages, whereas Class 32 excludes milk products
Class 5	Medicinal and nutritional drinks, health supplements	Applies to therapeutic or medical beverages, not regular consumable drinks
Class 21	Beverage containers, bottles, flasks, and drinkware	Covers containers and utensils, not the beverage itself

Understanding related trademark classes is essential when your brand spans multiple beverage categories. For example, Coca-Cola files soft drinks, packaged water, and juices under Class 32. It also registers tea, coffee, and powdered mixes under Class 30, and alcoholic beverages under Class 33. By using multi-class filings, Coca-Cola ensures its brand is legally protected across non-alcoholic drinks and beverage preparations. This approach covers every segment of its extensive beverage business.

Common Mistakes While Filing a Trademark in Class 32 and Their Solutions

Many businesses assume that filing a trademark under Class 32 is straightforward, but small mistakes can delay registration or weaken brand protection. Below are the most common errors and how to avoid them:

• Using vague or generic descriptions: Avoid vague terms like “beverages” or “soft drinks.” Specify all products, packaged water, juices, energy drinks, flavored water, or concentrates, to prevent objections.
• Choosing the wrong class: Avoid filing under the wrong class. Ensure your products are non-alcoholic beverages under Class 32 to prevent rejection.
• Ignoring prior trademarks: Skipping a trademark search may result in conflicts with existing brands. Use the IP India trademark database to check for similar names or logos before filing.
• Filing without professional guidance: Lack of legal knowledge can cause incorrect classification or drafting errors. Consulting a trademark expert or using platforms like RegisterKaro helps reduce risks and ensures accurate filing.
• Submitting incomplete documents: Missing forms, incorrect details, or absent proofs can trigger objections. Review all documents required for trademark registration carefully before submission to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Not responding to objections or oppositions: Failing to reply to examination reports or trademark opposition notices within the deadline can result in rejection. Submit timely and well-drafted responses with proper explanations or amendments.
• Ignoring the difference between beverages and beverage preparations: Many applicants confuse ready-to-drink beverages with preparations like syrups or concentrates. Clearly specify your product to avoid objections and ensure full protection.

Avoiding these mistakes ensures smoother processing, stronger legal protection, and long-term security for your beverage brand under Trademark Class 32.

At RegisterKaro, we handle a wide range of Trademark Class 32 applications in India, covering non-alcoholic beverages and related products. Our streamlined registration process helps reduce objections, avoid classification errors, and ensure timely approval.

We assist beverage brands in choosing distinctive trademarks and accurately defining products such as packaged water, soft drinks, juices, and energy drinks, enabling you to secure fast, reliable, and enforceable brand protection.

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