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Hair oil is one of the most popular and essential personal care products in India. Whether you manufacture herbal hair oils, medicated oils (non-pharmaceutical), coconut oil for hair, ayurvedic oils, or sell multi-purpose cosmetic oils online, trademark registration is crucial to protect your brand identity.
This blog explains:
✔ Trademark class for hair oil
✔ Rules for filing
✔ Benefits of registering a hair oil brand
✔ 7–8 FAQs
#1. Trademark Class for Hair Oil
Hair oil falls under Trademark Class 3, which includes:
Hair oils
Herbal hair oils
Ayurvedic hair oils (non-medicated)
Cosmetic oils
Essential oils (cosmetic use)
Hair serums
Hair tonics (non-medicated)
Coconut oil (when marketed for haircare)
Scalp moisturising oils
Hair nourishing oils
Class 3 covers cosmetic and personal care preparations, making it the correct category for all non-medicated hair oils.
#2. Why Choosing the Right Trademark Class Matters
Selecting the correct class is very important.
Filing in the wrong class may lead to:
Application rejection
No legal protection for your product
Section 9 or Section 11 objections
Wasting time and fees
To legally protect your brand in India, hair oils must be filed under Class 3.
#3. Rules for Filing a Trademark for Hair Oil
Follow these rules to ensure successful trademark registration:
#✔ Select the Correct Class – Class 3
All hair oils for cosmetic use are included under Class 3.
#✔ Choose a Strong, Distinctive Brand Name
Avoid generic or descriptive names like:
“Herbal Hair Oil,” “Coconut Hair Oil,” “Ayurvedic Oil,” etc.
These receive objections.
Use a unique, original, and creative brand name.
#✔ Choose the Type of Mark
You may file:
Word Mark (brand name only)
Logo / Device Mark
Label Mark (stylized design or packaging artwork)
#✔ Write a Correct Goods Description
Recommended description:
“Hair oils, herbal hair oils, essential oils, hair serums, haircare preparations and cosmetic oils included in Class 3.”
#✔ Submit Required Documents
Applicant ID proof
Brand/logo image (if applicable)
TM-48 authorization
#✔ Respond to Objections Within 30 Days
Registry may raise objections if your brand name resembles existing marks.
A timely reply keeps your application active.
#4. Benefits of Registering Your Hair Oil Brand
#1. Exclusive Rights Across India
Your brand name and logo become legally protected nationwide.
#2. Protection Against Copycats
The hair oil industry is full of duplicate brands—trademark prevents misuse.
#3. Required for Online Platforms
Amazon, Flipkart, Nykaa, Meesho, BigBasket and other platforms prefer trademark-verified brands.
#4. Increases Customer Trust
Consumers trust registered brands more in personal care and beauty products.
#5. Helps in Packaging & Label Protection
Trademark legally supports your branding, label design, and visual identity.
#6. Brand Becomes a Business Asset
You can license, franchise, or even sell your hair oil brand in the future.
#7. Long-Term Legal Protection
Trademark validity: 10 years, renewable for lifetime.
#5. FAQs: Trademark for Hair Oil
#1. Which trademark class includes hair oil?
Trademark Class 3.
#2. Does Class 3 include herbal and ayurvedic hair oils?
Yes, all non-medicated hair oils fall under Class 3.
#3. Can coconut oil be filed in Class 3?
If sold for haircare, yes.
If marketed as edible oil, then Class 29 applies.
#4. Can I trademark the bottle design of my hair oil?
Trademark protects brand name and logo.
Bottle design needs design registration.
#5. How long does trademark registration take?
Approximately 12–18 months.
#6. What is the government fee?
₹4,500 for individuals/startups
₹9,000 for companies
#7. Can one trademark cover multiple hair oil variants?
Yes.
Herbal, coconut, nourishing, anti-dandruff—all are covered under Class 3.
#8. What if a similar hair oil brand already exists?
You may receive a Section 11 objection for name similarity.
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