Trademark Class 10: Medical Devices & Surgical Tools – A Complete Legal and Strategic Guide (India)
Introduction
In the era of medical innovation, India is witnessing massive growth in diagnostic instruments, medical devices, surgical tools, and healthcare electronics. Whether you’re manufacturing hospital-grade machines, producing orthopedic tools, or selling wearable medical sensors — your brand likely belongs to Trademark Class 10.
Trademark Class 10 protects your brand in the domain of surgical, medical, dental, and veterinary apparatus and instruments. Filing under the correct class ensures legal protection, business credibility, and enforceability against infringers.
Legal Framework in India
India uses the NICE Classification (11th Edition) under the Trade Marks Act, 1999. Class 10 includes:
Surgical, medical, dental and veterinary apparatus and instruments; artificial limbs, eyes and teeth; orthopedic articles; suture materials; therapeutic and assistive devices for disabled persons; massage apparatus; apparatus for nursing infants; sexual activity devices.
The class now extends to AI-integrated and wearable medical technologies.
Scope of Trademark Class 10
Class 10 includes non-pharmaceutical medical tools and support systems used in diagnosis, therapy, and patient care for humans and animals.
- Surgical instruments
- Dental handpieces
- Diagnostic machines (ECG, BP monitors)
- Medical imaging (X-ray, ultrasound)
- Orthopedic supports (braces, implants)
- Wearable medical tech
- AI surgical systems
- Infant care devices
- Prosthetics, hearing aids
- Hospital beds, catheters, sutures
Examples of Goods in Class 10
- Glucometers and test kits
- X-ray machines
- Orthopedic braces
- BP monitors
- Syringes, scalpels
- Pulse oximeters
- Hearing aids
- Dental drills
- Smart ECG patches
- AI diagnostics hardware
- CPAP machines
- Fetal monitors
- Endoscopy tools
- Robotic arms (e.g., da Vinci)
- Pacemakers
Goods NOT Included in Class 10
| Item | Correct Class |
|---|---|
| Pharmaceuticals | Class 5 |
| Exercise equipment | Class 28 |
| Medical services | Class 44 |
| Fitness bands | Class 9 |
| Hospital furniture | Class 20 |
| Massage chairs | Class 11 or 28 |
Tip: If it’s a physical medical device, it’s Class 10. Drugs = Class 5, services = Class 44.
Trademark Class 10 Brands (India)
| Brand | Products |
|---|---|
| GE Healthcare | Ultrasound, ECG |
| Philips | Oxygen concentrators, CPAPs |
| Dr. Morepen | Glucometers, BP Monitors |
| Omron | Therapy tools |
| Agva | Smart ventilators |
| HealthSense | Oximeters |
| Zebris | Dental instruments |
Why Class 10 Classification Matters
- Avoids rejection under Sections 9 & 11
- Secures exclusive rights
- Facilitates licensing & franchising
- Supports international filing (Madrid Protocol)
Trademark Filing Process (India)
- Search: Use IP India Public Search
- Prepare TM-A: Include precise product use
- File Online: Or via legal expert using TM-48
- Respond to Examination: Handle Section 9/11 objections
- Journal Publication: 4 months
- Registration Certificate: Valid for 10 years
Required Documents
- PAN/Aadhaar
- MSME/Udyam cert (if any)
- Logo/brand name image
- TM-48 (if agent involved)
- Product specs
Madrid Protocol: International Class 10
| Jurisdiction | Class |
|---|---|
| India | Class 10 |
| USA | Class 010 |
| EU | Class 10 |
| UK | Class 10 |
| WIPO | Class 10 |
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Filing drugs under Class 10
- Calling apps “devices”
- Using vague terms like “health tool”
- Filing non-medical sensors
Tips for Applicants
- Be medically precise in product naming
- List your full product line
- Attach tech brochures if available
- Plan Madrid Protocol in advance
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. Is a thermometer a Class 10 product?
✅ Yes.
Q2. BP monitor + app?
✅ Device = Class 10, App = Class 9 or 42.
Q3. Hearing aids?
✅ Yes.
Q4. Surgical gloves?
✅ Yes.
Q5. Diagnostic kits?
✅ Yes, if they include devices.
Q6. Massage device?
✅ Class 10 if medical, otherwise Class 11.
Q7. Prosthetics?
✅ Yes.
Q8. Hospital beds?
✅ Yes, if medically purposed.
Q9. BP monitor + app brand?
✅ Use multi-class (Class 9 + 10).
Q10. Baby feeding kits?
✅ Yes, if medical-grade.
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