What are the different classes to choose from for my goods or services?

What are the different classes to choose from for my goods or services?

What are the different classes to choose from for my goods or services?

Below are the general classes that follow the NICE class system recognized by the principal trademark  bodies throughout the world.   You can search the Manual
 to determine which class or classes cover your goods and services. 

Please note that you cannot choose the class heading itself, but specific good or services listed within that class.

 Goods

Class 1 – Chemicals 
Class 2 – Paints 
Class 3 – Cosmetics and cleaning preparations 
Class 4 – Lubricants and fuels 
Class 5 – Pharmaceuticals 
Class 6 – Metal goods 
Class 7 – Machinery 
Class 8 – Hand tools 
Class 9 – Electrical and scientific apparatus 
Class 10 – Medical apparatus 
Class 11 – Environmental control apparatus 
Class 12 – Vehicles 
Class 13 – Firearms 
Class 14 – Jewelry 
Class 15 – Musical instruments 
Class 16 – Paper goods and printed matter 
Class 17 – Rubber goods 
Class 18 – Leather goods 
Class 19 – Non-metallic building materials 
Class 20 – Furniture and articles not otherwise classified 
Class 21 – Housewares and glass 
Class 22 – Cordage and fibers 
Class 23 – Yarns and threads 
Class 24 – Fabrics 
Class 25 – Clothing 
Class 26 – Fancy good 
Class 27 – Floor coverings 
Class 28 – Toys and sporting goods 
Class 29 – Meats and processed foods 
Class 30 – Staple foods 
Class 31 – Natural agricultural products 
Class 32 – Light beverages 
Class 33 – Wines and spirits 
Class 34 – Smokers’ articles

Services

Class 35 – Advertising and business 
Class 36 – Insurance and financial 
Class 37 – Building construction and repair 
Class 38 – Telecommunications 
Class 39 – Transportation and storage 
Class 40 – Treatment of materials 
Class 41 – Education and entertainment 
Class 42 – Computer and scientific 
Class 43 – Hotels and restaurants 
Class 44 – Medical, beauty and agricultural 
Class 45 – Personal and legal


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