Household Utensils, Kitchenware, Containers & Cleaning Tools

Trademark Class 21 under the NICE Classification covers household utensils, kitchenware, cookware, glassware, containers, bottles, cleaning tools, and home-use articles.

If your business manufactures or sells kitchen tools, bottles, jars, utensils, cookware, storage containers, glassware, brushes, mops, or tableware, your trademark must be registered under Class 21.

This class is essential for kitchenware brands, homeware companies, bottle manufacturers, household product companies, cleaning tool brands, and utensil manufacturers.

#🧾 Detailed List of Goods Covered Under Class 21

#A. Kitchen Utensils & Cookware

• Pots, pans, kadai, pressure cookers

• Spatulas, ladles, tongs

• Serving spoons, whisks, strainers

• Non-electric cookware

• Chopping boards, colanders

#B. Household Containers & Storage Products

• Plastic containers, jars

• Lunch boxes, tiffin boxes

• Water bottles, shaker bottles

• Glass jars, canisters

• Storage bins, kitchen organisers

#C. Tableware & Serving Items

• Plates, bowls, cups

• Mugs, glasses, tumblers

• Serving trays, cake stands

• Cutlery (non-metal), table mats

#D. Cleaning Tools & Home Accessories

• Mops, brushes, brooms

• Scrubbers, cleaning pads

• Buckets, dustpans

• Laundry baskets, soap dispensers

#E. Glassware, Ceramic & Earthenware

• Drinking glasses, tea sets

• Ceramic plates, mugs

• Earthen pots, clay bottles

• Decorative glass items

#F. Home Utility Items

• Toothbrush holders, soap dishes

• Flower pots, vases

• Oil dispensers, spice jars

• Kitchen racks (non-electric)

#🚫 What’s NOT Included in Class 21

#💡 Practical Tips for Trademark Applicants

#✅ Clearly mention product type:

• “Household utensils,”

• “Kitchenware and cookware,”

• “Plastic and glass containers,”

• “Tableware and glassware,”

• “Cleaning tools and home-use articles.”

#✅ Use strong legal wording:

“Household or kitchen utensils and containers; cookware; combs and sponges; brushes; glassware, porcelain, and earthenware.”

#Additional Class Suggestions

• If you run an online or offline kitchenware store → Add Class 35

• If you manufacture electric appliances → Add Class 11

• If you produce metal tools or cutlery → Add Class 8

• If you sell decorative home products → Add Class 20 or 24 (textiles)

#🧠 Summary

Trademark Class 21 covers kitchen tools, utensils, containers, glassware, tableware, cleaning tools, and household accessories.
If your business deals in kitchen or home-use products, Class 21 is essential for trademark protection.

#❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Are plastic containers and water bottles included in Class 21?
✅ Yes, all household storage containers fall under Class 21.

Q2. Is cookware included?
✅ Yes, non-electric pots, pans, pressure cookers, and utensils are included.

Q3. Are glass and ceramic items included?
✅ Yes, glassware, porcelain, and ceramic kitchen items are covered.

Q4. Are cleaning tools included?
✅ Yes, brushes, mops, brooms, and scrubbers fall into Class 21.

Q5. Are metal cutlery items included?
❌ No, metal cutlery goes to Class 8.