USPTO Trademark Classes Blog Series: Class 23 – Yarns and Threads

Welcome back to our USPTO Trademark Classes Blog Series, where we walk through each trademark class to help businesses properly categorize and protect their brands.

In this installment, we’re covering Trademark Class 23, which includes yarns and threads used in textiles, sewing, and embroidery. If your business manufactures, sells, or distributes these types of materials, this class may be the right fit for your trademark.

If you’ve ever asked, “Can I trademark my sewing thread brand?” or “Does my product fall under Class 23?”, this guide will help clarify whether this classification is appropriate for your brand.

What is Trademark Class 23?

Trademark Class 23 covers yarns and threads used for textile manufacturing, sewing, embroidery, knitting, and weaving. These products serve as raw materials for fabric production, clothing design, and craft applications.

Some examples of goods that might fall under Trademark Class 23 include:

• Sewing Threads: Cotton thread, polyester thread, nylon thread

• Embroidery Threads: Silk thread, metallic thread, rayon embroidery thread

• Knitting and Weaving Yarns: Wool yarn, synthetic yarn, acrylic yarn, alpaca yarn

• Industrial and Technical Threads: Fire-resistant thread, waterproof thread, high-tensile strength thread

• Specialty Yarns: Glow-in-the-dark yarn, elastic yarn, recycled fiber yarn

If your product is a thread or yarn intended for textile or industrial use, Trademark Class 23 is likely the correct classification.

Why Trademark Class 23 Matters for Your Business

Registering a trademark under Class 23 helps protect your brand within the textile, sewing, and craft industries. Here’s why filing in this class might be important:

1. Prevents brand confusion – Many thread and yarn brands use similar terminology. A trademark ensures your name is unique and legally protected.

2. Protects against counterfeiting – The textile industry frequently faces imitation products, and trademark registration can help prevent unauthorized sellers from using your brand name.

3. Builds brand recognition and trust – Customers associate sewing and knitting materials with quality and durability. A trademark reinforces your product’s reputation.

4. Supports business expansion – If you plan to expand your product line into fabric production, craft supplies, or industrial textile solutions, a trademark in Class 23 ensures long-term protection.

Examples of Trademarks in Class 23

Many well-known textile and thread manufacturers have trademarks registered under Class 23. Here are a few examples:

1. Coats & Clark® – Protects its brand for sewing threads and embroidery threads.

2. DMC® – Covers cotton embroidery floss, knitting yarns, and weaving threads.

3. Gutermann® – Trademarks its name for industrial and craft sewing threads.

These companies rely on trademark protection to preserve their brand identity and prevent unauthorized use of their names and product designs.

Do You Need a Trademark Search Before Filing in Class 23?

A comprehensive trademark search is strongly recommended before applying in Class 23. Many textile and sewing supply brands have overlapping names, increasing the likelihood of conflicts.

At Brand Diplomacy, we conduct in-depth trademark searches to ensure your brand has the best chance of approval. Here’s how we help:

• USPTO Database Search – Identifying similar trademarks that could cause conflicts.

• Approval Risk Assessment – Evaluating potential obstacles and improving your application’s success rate.

• Trademark Strategy Development – Refining your application to reduce the risk of disputes.

How to Determine if Class 23 is Right for Your Trademark

If you’re unsure whether Trademark Class 23 is the correct category for your product, consider the following:

1. Is your product a thread or yarn used for textiles?

   • If it’s a sewing thread, embroidery floss, or knitting yarn, Class 23 is likely appropriate.

2. Is your product designed for weaving, knitting, or industrial use?

   • Yarns for textile production, high-strength industrial threads, and specialty weaving fibers belong in Class 23.

3. Does your product overlap with other classes?

   • Some textile and craft-related products may require multiple classifications. Examples include:

     • Fabrics and textiles may need Class 24 (Textiles & Fabrics).

     • Clothing and apparel made from your yarn or thread could belong in Class 25 (Clothing & Apparel).

     • Craft kits that include thread and other materials might require Class 28 (Toys & Sporting Goods).

   
   

If your product crosses multiple categories, filing in more than one class might be necessary for full brand protection.

How Brand Diplomacy Can Help

At Brand Diplomacy, we simplify the trademark process for thread and yarn manufacturers, sewing supply brands, and industrial textile businesses. Whether you’re launching a new embroidery thread line, protecting a specialty yarn brand, or expanding into international markets, we provide expert guidance every step of the way.

Here’s how we assist with Class 23 trademark registrations:

• Trademark Search & Clearance – Ensuring your brand name is available before filing.

• Class Selection Guidance – Helping determine if Class 23 is the right choice or if additional classes should be included.

• Application Filing & Management – Handling the USPTO process to maximize approval success.

• Trademark Monitoring & Enforcement – Protecting your trademark from unauthorized use and counterfeits.

If you’re ready to secure your brand in Class 23, contact us today to get started.

What’s Next in Our Trademark Class Series?

Thank you for exploring Trademark Class 23: Yarns and Threads with us! Up next, we’ll cover Trademark Class 24: Textiles and Fabrics, where we’ll discuss trademarks for bed linens, curtains, upholstery fabrics, and textile materials.

Stay tuned as we continue guiding you through the USPTO trademark classes, helping you make informed decisions for your brand!