Trademark Class 8: Hand Tools | Complete Filing Guide
Everything you need to file a trademark in Class 8. Covers hand tools, cutlery, razors, and hand-operated implements.
Class 8 covers hand tools and implements that are hand-operated, cutlery, and razors. Tool manufacturers, knife makers, and razor companies file here.
What Class 8 Covers
Class 8 includes hand-operated tools and implements, cutlery for eating and kitchen use, razors, and personal grooming tools. The key distinction is that these tools are hand-operated, not powered by motors.
The class covers:
- Hand tools - Hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers
- Cutlery - Knives, forks, spoons, kitchen knives
- Razors and grooming - Razors, scissors, nail clippers
- Garden tools - Pruning shears, trowels, hand rakes
Included in Class 8
Hand Tools:
- Hammers
- Screwdrivers
- Wrenches
- Pliers
- Hand saws
- Chisels
- Files
Cutlery:
- Knives (kitchen and table)
- Forks
- Spoons
- Hunting knives
- Pocket knives
- Steak knives
Razors and Grooming:
- Razors
- Razor blades
- Safety razors
- Scissors
- Hair clippers (hand-operated)
- Nail clippers
- Tweezers
Garden Tools:
- Pruning shears
- Trowels
- Hand rakes
- Spades
- Garden forks
- Secateurs
NOT Included in Class 8
These similar items belong in other classes:
- Power tools - Class 7 (Machinery)
- Surgical instruments - Class 10 (Medical Apparatus)
- Electric razors - Class 8 (confirmed in this class)
- Knife sheaths - Class 18 (Leather Goods)
- Tool boxes - Class 20 (Furniture)
Hand-Operated vs. Power Tools
The key distinction for Class 8 is that tools are hand-operated:
Class 8: Tools where human power provides the operation force Class 7: Tools powered by motors or electricity
Exception: Electric razors remain in Class 8 because the electric component assists rather than replaces hand operation.
Common Goods Descriptions
Using pre-approved descriptions from the USPTO Trademark ID Manual avoids the $200 custom description surcharge.
Popular pre-approved descriptions for Class 8:
- Hand tools
- Cutlery
- Razors
- Scissors
- Hand-operated implements for [purpose]
- Knives
- Garden tools
Well-Known Marks in Class 8
These recognizable brands are registered in Class 8:
- Craftsman - Hand tools
- Stanley - Hand tools and measuring devices
- Gillette - Razors and razor blades
- Victorinox - Swiss Army knives and cutlery
- Fiskars - Scissors and garden tools
- Wusthof - Kitchen knives
Filing Tips for Class 8
Specify Tool Type
Be specific about your hand tool:
- Good: "Hand-operated wrenches"
- Good: "Kitchen knives"
- Good: "Pruning shears"
- Bad: "Tools"
- Bad: "Implements"
Consider Your Full Product Line
Tool companies often need multiple classes:
| What You Offer | Class |
|---|---|
| Hand tools | Class 8 |
| Power tools | Class 7 |
| Tool storage | Class 20 |
| Safety equipment | Class 9 |
Specimens for Hand Tools
For Class 8 trademarks, acceptable specimens include:
- Product packaging showing the mark
- Tool handles displaying the mark
- Website pages where tools are sold
- Retail displays
Related Classes
If you are filing in Class 8, you may also need:
- Class 6: Metals - Metal hardware (nails, screws)
- Class 7: Machinery - Power tools and machinery
- Class 21: Housewares - Kitchen utensils (non-cutting)
- Class 18: Leather Goods - Carrying cases
Filing Fees
Current USPTO fees for Class 8 trademark applications (2025):
| Filing Type | Fee per Class |
|---|---|
| Electronic filing (ID Manual description) | $350 |
| Electronic filing (custom description) | $550 |
| Paper filing | $1,000 |
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