Trademark Class Assist

Reference

All 45 Nice classes

The complete international classification — goods in classes 1–34, services in 35–45. Headings reflect the current edition (NCL 13-2026).

Chemicals

Industrial and scientific chemicals, including those used in agriculture, plus unprocessed plastics, fertilizers and industrial adhesives.

e.g. industrial chemicals, unprocessed plastics, fertilizers, fire-extinguishing compositions, tanning substances

Paints

Paints, varnishes and lacquers, products that protect against rust and wood decay, plus colorants and printing inks.

e.g. paints, varnishes, wood preservatives, dyes, printing inks

Cosmetics & cleaning preparations

Non-medicated cosmetics, toiletries and perfumes, plus everyday cleaning and laundry products.

e.g. cosmetics, perfume, shampoo, toothpaste, soap, laundry detergent

Lubricants & fuels

Industrial oils and greases, lubricants, fuels and candles.

e.g. motor oil, lubricating grease, fuel, candles, industrial wax

Pharmaceuticals

Medicines and medical or veterinary preparations, plus dietary supplements, baby food, dressings, disinfectants and pesticides.

e.g. medicines, vitamins and supplements, baby food, bandages, disinfectants, pesticides

Metal goods

Common metals and basic metal building materials, hardware, pipes, containers and safes.

e.g. metal building materials, metal hardware, metal pipes, safes, metal containers

Machinery

Machines, machine tools, power tools, and motors and engines (other than for land vehicles), plus agricultural and industrial equipment.

e.g. industrial machines, power tools, non-vehicle engines, vending machines, agricultural machinery

Hand tools

Hand-operated tools and implements, cutlery and razors.

e.g. hand tools, cutlery, razors, garden hand tools, manicure sets

Electrical & scientific apparatus

Electronics, computers and software, downloadable media, and scientific, measuring and safety instruments. This is where computer software and mobile apps are protected.

e.g. computer software, mobile apps, downloadable media, computers, cameras, measuring instruments

Medical apparatus

Surgical, medical, dental and veterinary instruments, plus eyewear, prosthetics and assistive devices.

e.g. medical instruments, eyeglasses and contact lenses, prosthetics, orthopaedic supports, infant-nursing devices

Environmental control apparatus

Equipment for lighting, heating, cooling, cooking, drying, ventilation, water supply and sanitation.

e.g. lighting, heaters, air conditioners, ovens and cookers, water purifiers, plumbing fixtures

Vehicles

Vehicles and apparatus for travel by land, air or water, plus their parts.

e.g. cars, bicycles, boats, aircraft, vehicle parts and tyres

Firearms

Firearms, ammunition, explosives and fireworks.

e.g. firearms, ammunition, explosives, fireworks

Jewelry

Precious metals, jewellery, gemstones, and watches and clocks.

e.g. jewellery, watches, gemstones, precious metals, clocks

Musical instruments

Musical instruments, plus their stands and accessories.

e.g. guitars, pianos, music stands, conductors' batons

Paper goods & printed matter

Paper, cardboard, printed matter, stationery, teaching materials and packaging.

e.g. books, stationery, printed matter, packaging paper and plastic, art and drawing materials

Rubber goods

Unprocessed and semi-processed rubber and plastics, packing and insulating materials, and non-metal hoses.

e.g. rubber, insulation materials, non-metal pipes and hoses, sealing and packing materials

Leather goods

Leather and imitation leather, bags and luggage, umbrellas, and saddlery and pet accessories.

e.g. handbags, luggage, wallets, umbrellas, leather, pet collars and leashes

Non-metallic building materials

Non-metal building and construction materials, rigid non-metal pipes, asphalt and non-metal buildings.

e.g. non-metal building materials, concrete, asphalt, non-metal pipes, monuments

Furniture

Furniture, mirrors, picture frames and non-metal containers, plus goods of bone, horn, shell and amber.

e.g. furniture, mirrors, picture frames, non-metal storage containers, pillows and cushions

Housewares & glass

Household and kitchen utensils and containers, cookware, tableware (not cutlery), brushes and glassware.

e.g. cookware, tableware, kitchen utensils, brushes, glassware, porcelain

Cordage & fibers

Ropes, string, nets, tents, tarpaulins, sails, sacks and raw textile fibers.

e.g. rope, string, nets, tents, tarpaulins, raw textile fibers

Yarns & threads

Yarns and threads for textile use.

e.g. sewing thread, knitting yarn, textile yarns

Fabrics

Textiles and textile substitutes, household linen, and fabric or plastic curtains.

e.g. fabrics, bed and table linen, towels, curtains, blankets

Clothing

Clothing, footwear and headwear of all kinds.

e.g. shirts, dresses, shoes, hats, jackets

Haberdashery & trimmings

Lace, embroidery, ribbons, buttons, pins and needles, artificial flowers and hair decorations.

e.g. lace, ribbons, buttons, zippers, artificial flowers, hair accessories

Floor coverings

Carpets, rugs, mats, linoleum and other floor coverings, plus non-textile wall hangings.

e.g. carpets, rugs, mats, linoleum, vinyl flooring, non-textile wallpaper

Toys & sporting goods

Games, toys, video-game apparatus, gymnastic and sporting articles, and Christmas decorations.

e.g. toys, board games, video-game consoles, sporting equipment, Christmas-tree ornaments

Meats & processed foods

Meat, fish and poultry, preserved and processed fruits and vegetables, dairy, eggs and edible oils.

e.g. meat, fish, cheese, milk, preserved and frozen vegetables, cooking oils, jams

Staple foods

Coffee, tea and cocoa, rice, pasta and flour, bread, pastries, confectionery and chocolate, plus spices, sauces and condiments.

e.g. coffee, tea, bread, pasta, chocolate, sauces, spices, ice cream

Natural agricultural products

Raw and unprocessed agricultural products, fresh fruits and vegetables, plants and seeds, live animals and animal feed.

e.g. fresh fruit and vegetables, live plants and flowers, seeds, live animals, pet and animal food

Light beverages

Beers and non-alcoholic beverages, mineral waters, fruit juices and drink preparations.

e.g. beer, soft drinks, mineral water, fruit juice, energy drinks, drink syrups

Wines & spirits

Alcoholic beverages other than beer, plus alcoholic preparations for making beverages.

e.g. wine, spirits, liqueurs, cider, ready-to-drink cocktails

Smokers' articles

Tobacco and substitutes, cigarettes and cigars, e-cigarettes and vaporizers, smokers' articles and matches.

e.g. cigarettes, cigars, e-cigarettes and vapes, lighters, matches, tobacco

Advertising & business services

Advertising, business management and administration, and office functions, including retail and online store services.

e.g. advertising, marketing, business consulting, retail and online store services, recruitment

Insurance & financial services

Financial, banking and insurance services, plus real estate services.

e.g. banking, insurance, investment, payment processing, real estate agency

Construction & repair services

Construction, installation and repair services, plus mining and oil-and-gas extraction.

e.g. building construction, renovation, equipment repair and maintenance, plumbing, mining and drilling

Telecommunications

Telecommunications services that let people communicate and transmit data.

e.g. telecom services, internet access provision, streaming transmission, messaging and voice services

Transportation & storage

Transport, packaging and storage of goods, and travel arrangement.

e.g. shipping and courier, warehousing, freight, travel agency, ride and taxi services

Treatment of materials

Treatment and processing of materials, recycling, water and air treatment, printing and food preservation.

e.g. custom manufacturing, recycling, printing services, metal and textile treatment, water purification

Education & entertainment

Education, training, entertainment, and sporting and cultural activities.

e.g. training and courses, online learning, entertainment production, publishing, events, sports activities

Computer & scientific services

Scientific and technological services and research, plus design and development of computer hardware and software. This is where software development and SaaS are protected.

e.g. software development, SaaS, IT services, R&D, engineering and design, web hosting

Food & accommodation services

Services for providing food and drink, plus temporary accommodation.

e.g. restaurants, cafes, catering, bars, hotels, temporary lodging

Medical, beauty & agricultural services

Medical and veterinary services, hygienic and beauty care for people or animals, and agriculture, horticulture and forestry services.

e.g. medical and telemedicine, dental, veterinary, salons and spas, landscaping and farming services

Personal & legal services

Legal services, security services protecting property and people, and personal and social services meeting individuals' needs.

e.g. legal services, IP and compliance, security guarding, dating and social services, funeral services

45 classes of goods & services

Every good or service falls into one of 45 international Nice classes — 34 for goods, 11 for services.

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