#Trademark Class 21 – Complete Guide for Applicants
Trademark Class 21 under the NICE Classification covers household utensils, kitchenware, containers, metal articles, glassware, earthenware, and religious-use articles.
A Pooja Thali Set is a traditional religious utensil set used in Hindu puja, aarti, temples, festivals, weddings, vrat, and daily worship. It typically includes items like thali (plate), diya, katori (bowls), agarbatti stand, bell, kalash, and spoon, all arranged together for performing rituals.
Since a Pooja Thali Set is a physical household/religious utensil set (non-consumable), it is correctly classified under Trademark Class 21.
If your business manufactures or sells Pooja Thali Sets for religious or ceremonial purposes, your brand must be registered under Class 21 to secure trademark protection.
This class is essential for puja samagri brands, homeware manufacturers, brassware and steel utensil makers, temple suppliers, and religious gift companies.
#🧾 Detailed List of Goods Covered Under Class 21 (Relevant to Pooja Thali Set)
#A. Religious & Puja Use Utensils
Pooja thali (plate)
Aarti thali
Temple-use puja thali
Decorative ritual plates
#B. Pooja Thali Set Components
Diya (oil lamp)
Katori / bowls for kumkum, chawal, prasad
Incense / agarbatti holder
Bell (ghanti)
Kalash (small)
Spoon or achmani
#C. Material-Based Thali Sets
Brass pooja thali set
Steel pooja thali set
Copper pooja thali set
Silver-plated pooja thali set
Decorative metal and alloy thali sets
#D. Religious & Gift Articles
Festival pooja thali sets
Wedding and vrat pooja sets
Temple-grade puja utensil sets
Religious gifting thali sets
#🚫 What’s NOT Included in Class 21
❌ Item | ✅ Goes To |
|---|---|
Electric aarti lamps | Class 11 |
Puja consumables (kumkum, agarbatti, oil) | Class 3 |
Ghee (food item) | Class 29 |
Cotton wicks (batti) | Class 16 |
Raw metal materials | Class 6 |
Puja or priest services | Class 45 |
Retail puja samagri store | Class 35 |
#💡 Practical Tips for Trademark Applicants
#✅ Clearly mention product description:
“Pooja thali set,”
“Brass / steel pooja thali,”
“Religious utensil set for puja,”
“Aarti thali set.”
#✅ Use strong legal wording:
“Household or kitchen utensils and containers; religious and ceremonial utensils; pooja thali sets; metal and earthenware puja articles.”
#Additional Class Suggestions
If you sell pooja thali sets online or in stores → Add Class 35
If you manufacture electric aarti items → Add Class 11
If you sell consumable puja items separately → Add Class 3 / 29 (as applicable)
#🧠 Summary
Trademark Class 21 covers Pooja Thali Sets as household and religious-use utensil sets used for puja, aarti, and ceremonial rituals.
If your business deals in brass, steel, copper, or decorative pooja thali sets, Class 21 is the correct trademark class for brand protection.
#❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is a Pooja Thali Set covered under Trademark Class 21?
✅ Yes, as a religious household utensil set, it falls under Class 21.
Q2. Are brass and steel pooja thali sets included?
✅ Yes, thali sets made of brass, steel, copper, or alloy are included.
Q3. Are puja consumables included in this class?
❌ No, consumables like kumkum or agarbatti fall under Class 3, and ghee under Class 29.
Q4. Are electric aarti thalis included?
❌ No, electric lighting products fall under Class 11.
Q5. Should I add Class 35 if I sell pooja thali sets online?
✅ Yes, Class 35 is strongly recommended for retail and e-commerce activities.