Supari (Betel Nut / Areca Nut) – Sacred Prasad & Ritual Offering

#Trademark Class 29 – Complete Guide for Applicants

Trademark Class 29 under the NICE Classification covers food products of animal or plant origin, processed and preserved foods, edible nuts, and consumable religious offerings.

Supari, also known as Betel Nut or Areca Nut, holds important religious significance in Hindu puja, temples, weddings, festivals, havan, and traditional ceremonies. It is offered to deities, used in kalash sthapana, sankalp, and rituals, and may also be distributed as prasadam or consumed in certain traditional practices.

Since Supari is an edible, processed nut used as a religious offering, it is correctly classified under Trademark Class 29.

If your business processes, packs, or sells supari for puja, prasad, or religious consumption, your brand must be registered under Class 29 for trademark protection.

This class is essential for religious food product brands, temple prasad suppliers, dry fruit and nut processors, and puja samagri manufacturers dealing in edible items.

#🧾 Detailed List of Goods Covered Under Class 29 (Relevant to Supari)

#A. Religious Food & Prasad Items

• Supari for puja

• Betel nut for rituals

• Temple-use supari

• Sacred prasad offerings

#B. Processed & Preserved Nuts

• Processed areca nuts

• Dried supari pieces

• Cleaned and packed betel nuts

#C. Edible Religious Preparations

• Consumable puja offerings

• Traditional edible ritual items

• Religious food articles

#D. Packaged Food Products

• Ready-to-use supari packs

• Sealed supari for religious use

• Processed religious food products

#🚫 What’s NOT Included in Class 29

#💡 Practical Tips for Trademark Applicants

#✅ Clearly mention product description:

• “Supari (betel nut) for puja,”

• “Edible supari for religious use,”

• “Processed areca nut,”

• “Packaged supari for prasad.”

#✅ Use strong legal wording:

“Processed edible nuts; areca nuts (supari); religious food offerings and prasad items.”

#⚠️ Regulatory Note (Important)

If Supari is sold as a food product, ensure:

• Compliance with FSSAI regulations

• Proper labeling and food safety standards

#Additional Class Suggestions

• If you sell supari online or through shops → Add Class 35

• If you serve or prepare prasad → Add Class 43

• If supari is used only for non-edible ritual kits → Add Class 16

#🧠 Summary

Trademark Class 29 covers Supari (Betel Nut) when sold as an edible, processed nut used for puja, rituals, and prasad consumption.
If your business deals in supari meant for consumption or edible religious offerings, Class 29 is mandatory for trademark protection.

#❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1. Is Supari covered under Trademark Class 29?
✅ Yes, as an edible processed nut, it falls under Class 29.

Q2. Can supari be trademarked?
✅ Yes, religious food and prasad items can be trademarked.

Q3. What if supari is sold only as a ritual item and not for eating?
❌ Non-edible presentation supari may fall under Class 16.

Q4. Is FSSAI registration required?
✅ Yes, if supari is processed and sold as a food product.

Q5. Should I add Class 35 if I sell supari online?
✅ Yes, Class 35 is strongly recommended for retail and e-commerce activities.