EMPIRE Trademark (Class 18) — Ready for Examination Status & Details

The current status of EMPIRE is "Ready for Examination". It was filed on 10/09/2026 at DELHI in Class 18. Status may change over time as the application moves through examination, publication, opposition and registration stages.

EMPIRE is filed in Class 18, covering: Leather and imitation leather; animal skins and hides; luggage and carrying bags; handbags; purses; wallets; pocket wallets; shoulder bags; tote bags; clutch bags; backpacks; school bags; shopping bags; travelling bags; luggage; suitcases; trunks; briefcases; attaché cases; business bags; sports bags; duffle bags; cosmetic bags sold empty; key cases; card holders; credit card cases; coin purses; pouches; document cases; leather cases; leather boxes; leather straps; leather cords; leather laces; umbrellas; parasols; walking sticks; saddlery; harnesses; bridles; animal collars; animal leashes; pet clothing; pet bags; pet carriers; and parts, fittings and accessories thereof, all included in Class 18.

EMPIRE covers: Leather and imitation leather; animal skins and hides; luggage and carrying bags; handbags; purses; wallets; pocket wallets; shoulder bags; tote bags; clutch bags; backpacks; school bags; shopping bags; travelling bags; luggage; suitcases; trunks; briefcases; attaché cases; business bags; sports bags; duffle bags; cosmetic bags sold empty; key cases; card holders; credit card cases; coin purses; pouches; document cases; leather cases; leather boxes; leather straps; leather cords; leather laces; umbrellas; parasols; walking sticks; saddlery; harnesses; bridles; animal collars; animal leashes; pet clothing; pet bags; pet carriers; and parts, fittings and accessories thereof, all included in Class 18.

The exact word "EMPIRE" is already on record at the Indian Trademark Registry under Application No. 7987781. If you intend to use a similar mark for similar goods or services, you should conduct a comprehensive availability search and consult a trademark attorney before filing. Registerkaro offers a free availability check followed by professional filing.

Indian registered trademarks are valid for 10 years from the date of registration and can be renewed indefinitely in 10-year blocks. EMPIRE (App #7987781) is currently in status "Ready for Examination" — renewal dates apply only after registration is granted.

If EMPIRE is in the "Advertised before Acceptance" or "Accepted & Advertised" stage, you have a 4-month window from publication in the Trade Marks Journal to file an opposition (Form TM-O) at the same Trade Marks Registry office. Grounds typically include prior rights, descriptiveness or bad faith. Registerkaro can prepare and file a Notice of Opposition for you.