Trademark Class 44: Healthcare, Beauty, Wellness & Agricultural Services – Complete Legal Guide (India)
Introduction
As India’s population becomes more health-conscious, the demand for professional healthcare, beauty, fitness, mental wellness, and modern agricultural services has surged. From hospitals and telemedicine platforms to skin clinics and organic farming consultancies, every such service thrives on credibility, trust, and reputation.
In a sensitive and competitive sector like this, your brand name is not just a name — it’s a promise. That’s why securing your brand legally under Trademark Class 44 is essential.
This detailed guide will help you understand:
- What services are included in Class 44
- Real Indian brand examples
- What services are excluded
- How to file for trademark protection
- Common errors and solutions
- Tips for wellness and medical branding
- Global filing strategy for Class 44
Legal Definition – Trademark Class 44
As per the Nice Classification (11th Edition) and Trade Marks Act, 1999, Trademark Class 44 includes:
“Medical services; veterinary services; hygienic and beauty care for human beings or animals; agriculture, horticulture and forestry services.”
This class broadly covers:
- Human & animal healthcare services
- Beauty, grooming, wellness, and spa services
- Medical and paramedical services
- Agriculture, horticulture, and organic farming assistance
Services Covered Under Trademark Class 44
Medical, Diagnostic & Healthcare Services
- Hospitals and multi-specialty clinics
- Diagnostic centers and pathology labs
- Telemedicine and online doctor consultations
- Physiotherapy and chiropractic clinics
- Dental clinics and orthodontic services
- Eye hospitals and optical testing centers
- Home healthcare and nursing services
- Emergency ambulance and first-aid centers
- Blood banks and organ transplant units
- Cosmetic or reconstructive surgery clinics
Mental Health, Wellness & Holistic Healing
- Psychotherapy and mental health counseling
- Psychiatric services
- Reiki, acupuncture, naturopathy
- Meditation centers and stress relief clinics
- Hypnotherapy and emotional healing
- Ayurveda and Siddha clinics
- Panchakarma and wellness retreats
Beauty, Salon & Cosmetic Services
- Hair salons and grooming studios
- Skin clinics and derma-care centers
- Cosmetology and aesthetic clinics
- Spa, facial, body massage services
- Manicure, pedicure, nail salons
- Tattoo and body art studios (non-medical)
- Cosmetic laser treatment (non-surgical)
Veterinary & Pet Care Services
- Animal hospitals and vet clinics
- Pet grooming and dental cleaning
- Animal physiotherapy and rehabilitation
- Cattle health and animal husbandry
- Pet wellness and preventive treatment
Agriculture, Horticulture & Organic Services
- Agricultural consultancy
- Organic farming guidance and implementation
- Horticulture planning and nursery services
- Urban gardening and hydroponic services
- Soil health analysis
- Forest preservation and afforestation support
- Landscape gardening (service, not sale of plants)
What is NOT Covered in Class 44?
| Service | Correct Class |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing of medicines and supplements | Class 5 |
| Sales of medical equipment or cosmetic products | Class 10 or 3 |
| Hospital management or health consultancy | Class 35 |
| Health insurance services | Class 36 |
| Software for managing health records | Class 42 |
| Online fitness content or yoga education | Class 41 |
| Manufacturing of fertilizers or seeds | Class 1 |
Rule of Thumb: If your service heals, beautifies, or cultivates, it’s likely in Class 44. If it sells or manufactures, it belongs elsewhere.
Who Should File Under Class 44?
- Hospitals and medical institutes
- Diagnostic labs and wellness clinics
- Spa and salon chains
- Beauty therapy and laser skin clinics
- Ayurveda and naturopathy centers
- Cosmetic surgeons and derma clinics
- Psychiatrists and mental health professionals
- Homeopathy, Siddha, Reiki practitioners
- Agricultural consultants and horticulture experts
- Telemedicine and online doctor platforms
- Veterinary clinics and animal health centers
- Organic food growing or sustainable farming service firms
Real Trademark Examples – Class 44 (India)
| Brand Name | Filed For |
|---|---|
| Apollo Hospitals | Multi-specialty hospitals and clinics |
| Dr. Batra’s | Homeopathy and skin clinics |
| VLCC | Beauty, slimming, and laser skin treatment |
| 1mg / Tata 1mg | Online doctor consultations, diagnostics |
| Cure.Fit / Cult | Yoga and wellness clinics |
| Indira IVF | Fertility and reproductive health centers |
| Oliva Clinics | Dermatology and cosmetology services |
| Urban Company | Home beauty, spa, and massage services |
| Clove Dental | Dental chain clinics |
| PetCare Hospitals | Veterinary care for pets and animals |
| Krishi Jagran | Agri-education and farming advice platform |
Why Register Under Trademark Class 44?
- Prevents misuse of clinic, hospital, or therapy brand names
- Adds legal authenticity and trust
- Protects in aggregator platforms like Practo, UrbanClap
- Essential for franchising and expansion
- Helps in med-tech/wellness-tech branding
- Protects spa/beauty logos and taglines
- Boosts IP value for acquisition, funding, or licensing
How to Register a Trademark in Class 44 (India)
- Trademark Availability Search: Use IP India Public Search
- Draft Form TM-A: Be specific (e.g., “Ayurvedic therapy, salon services, veterinary care”)
- File Application: Via ipindiaonline.gov.in or through a licensed agent
- Registrar Review: Examines for conflicts and eligibility
- Publication in Journal: 4-month window for public objection
- Registration: Valid for 10 years, renewable
Documents Required:
- PAN or Aadhaar
- TM-48 (for agent filing)
- Brand logo (device mark)
- Udyam/MSME Certificate (optional)
- Clinic brochure or listing (optional)
International Trademark Protection (Madrid Protocol – Class 44)
Use the Madrid System to register your Class 44 trademark in 100+ countries:
| Country | Trademark Class |
|---|---|
| India | Class 44 |
| USA | Class 044 |
| UK | Class 44 |
| EU | Class 44 |
| WIPO | Class 44 |
Ideal For: Spa chains, beauty clinics, med-tech startups, global agri-brands, veterinary service providers
Common Filing Mistakes in Class 44
- Vague terms like “healthcare services” without detail
- Only registering name, not the logo
- Skipping sub-brand protection
- Confusing Class 44 (service) with Class 5 (product)
- Missing Class 44 in multi-class applications
Tips for Class 44 Applicants
- Hospitals: mention “emergency, multi-specialty” etc.
- Wellness: include “yoga, Reiki, therapy” details
- Salons: include “hair care, skin treatments, facials”
- Labs: specify “radiology, diagnostics, pathology”
- Agri-firms: mention “organic crop consultancy”
FAQs – Trademark Class 44
- Q1. Is a hospital covered in Class 44? ✅ Yes
- Q2. Are salons and beauty parlors included? ✅ Yes
- Q3. Are agriculture services covered? ✅ Yes
- Q4. Are medicine sellers included? ❌ No, that’s Class 5 or 35
- Q5. What about Ayurveda and Homeopathy? ✅ Yes, for service-based registration
- Q6. Is cosmetic laser surgery covered? ✅ Yes
- Q7. Are yoga centers in Class 44? 📌 Instruction = Class 41; Wellness = Class 44
- Q8. Are home healthcare services included? ✅ Yes
- Q9. Are pet grooming and vet clinics included? ✅ Yes
- Q10. Do I need to register every clinic separately? ✅ If brands differ, yes. Else, one central mark is enough.
Conclusion
Trademark Class 44 is vital for legally protecting brands in medical, wellness, beauty, veterinary, and agri-service industries. In a world that demands hygiene, credibility, and professionalism — your brand identity must be secured.
Whether you’re building a hospital, telehealth platform, beauty spa, or agriculture advisory business — protect your name, logo, and sub-brands legally.
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