What Class 26 covers
Class 26 covers lace and embroidery, ribbons and braid, buttons, hooks and eyes, pins and needles, artificial flowers, hair decorations and false hair.
Class 26 is a goods class (Classes 1–34 cover goods).
Examples of goods in Class 26
- Lace and embroidery
- Ribbons and braids
- Buttons, zips and press studs
- Sewing needles and pins
- Hair accessories: clips, bands, hair ornaments
- Wigs and hair extensions
- Artificial flowers
- Badges for wear (not of precious metal)
- Patches for clothing
- Shoe laces
Examples are a guide. Offices accept specific terms; a firm can draft the wording for your products.
What is not in Class 26
| Often confused | Correct class |
|---|---|
| Jewellery and badges of precious metal | Class 14 — Jewellery & watches |
| Threads | Class 23 — Yarns & threads |
| Hair care products | Class 3 — Cosmetics & cleaning preparations |
| Natural flowers | Class 31 — Agricultural produce & live animals |
Who files in Class 26
Haberdashery suppliers, hair-extension and wig brands, accessory makers and craft suppliers.
Filing tip
Hair-extension businesses that also offer fitting should add Class 44 for the salon services.
Classes often filed with Class 26
Filing Class 26 in the UAE
The UAE uses the Nice classes. Official fees are AED 6,500 for Class 26 (AED 750 examination, AED 750 publication, AED 5,000 registration). See the UAE fee guide and how to register in the UAE.
Businesses that use Class 26
Questions
What is trademark Class 26?
Class 26 of the Nice Classification covers Lace, buttons & haberdashery. Class 26 covers lace and embroidery, ribbons and braid, buttons, hooks and eyes, pins and needles, artificial flowers, hair decorations and false hair.
What is not included in Class 26?
Jewellery and badges of precious metal — Class 14. Threads — Class 23. Hair care products — Class 3. Natural flowers — Class 31.
Which classes are filed with Class 26?
Often Class 23 (Yarns & threads), Class 25 (Clothing, footwear & headwear), Class 44 (Medical, beauty & agricultural services).