What trademark class is a candle maker in?

Most candle makers register in classes 4 and 35. Class 4 covers fuels & lubricants; Class 35 covers advertising & retail. You only ever register the classes that match what you actually sell.

Do candle makers need to register in more than one class?

Often, yes. A trademark is only protected in the classes you register, and you pay a fee for each one. Many candle makers file in classes 4 and 35 together, then add others as the business grows.

How much does it cost a candle maker to register a trademark?

Filing direct with the UK IPO costs £205 for the first class and £60 for each additional class, so a candle maker covering classes 4 and 35 pays about £265. The fee isn't refunded if your mark is refused — which is why checking the name is free first matters.

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Which trademark classes does a candle maker need?

Most candle makers register in class 4 (Fuels & lubricants) and class 35 (Advertising & retail).

Candles surprise a lot of founders: they sit in the oils-and-fuels class, not with home fragrance or cosmetics. Scented home products like reed diffusers and room sprays fall in a different class again, so a candle-and-fragrance brand often needs both.

Last reviewed June 2026

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The classes candle makers usually register in

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Class 3 Cosmetics & cleaning Room fragrances and reed diffusers — perfuming preparations for the home sit in the cosmetics class, not with candles.

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Frequently asked questions

What trademark class is a candle maker in?: Most candle makers register in classes 4 and 35. Class 4 covers fuels & lubricants; Class 35 covers advertising & retail. You only ever register the classes that match what you actually sell.
Do candle makers need to register in more than one class?: Often, yes. A trademark is only protected in the classes you register, and you pay a fee for each one. Many candle makers file in classes 4 and 35 together, then add others as the business grows.
How much does it cost a candle maker to register a trademark?: Filing direct with the UK IPO costs £205 for the first class and £60 for each additional class, so a candle maker covering classes 4 and 35 pays about £265. The fee isn't refunded if your mark is refused — which is why checking the name is free first matters. See the full cost breakdown .

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These are the classes candle makers most commonly register, not a full legal specification — when you file, you list the exact goods or services you need. This is general information, not legal advice. See also our guide to registering a UK trademark, or browse other business types.