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Nice Classification
The Nice Classification organises the goods and services used in trademark registration into 45 classes — Classes 1–34 for goods and Classes 35–45 for services. Search what you provide to see which classes are worth reading, in plain English alongside the official wording.
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Goods — Classes 1–34
- Class 1Goods
Industrial chemicals
Chemical substances used to make other things, rather than sold as a finished product to the public.
- Class 2Goods
Paints and coatings
Paints, varnishes, dyes and rust-protection products, plus raw colourants.
- Class 3Goods
Cosmetics and cleaning products
Non-medicated products used on the body or for cleaning — one of the most common classes for consumer brands.
- Class 4Goods
Fuels and lubricants
Fuels, industrial oils and greases, plus candles and wicks.
- Class 5Goods
Pharmaceuticals and medical preparations
Medicated and health-related preparations, including supplements and hygiene products for medical purposes.
- Class 6Goods
Common metals and metal hardware
Ordinary (non-precious) metals and everyday goods made from them.
- Class 7Goods
Machines and industrial machinery
Powered machines and machine parts, including motors other than for land vehicles.
- Class 8Goods
Hand tools
Tools and implements operated by hand, plus cutlery and razors.
- Class 9Goods
Software, electronics and technology goods
Downloadable software, apps, hardware and electrical devices — the usual home for a technology product itself, as opposed to a service.
- Class 10Goods
Medical devices
Instruments and articles used in medical, dental or veterinary practice, or for physical support.
- Class 11Goods
Lighting, heating, cooking and sanitary equipment
Appliances and installations for light, heat, water, cooking, cooling and ventilation.
- Class 12Goods
Vehicles
Vehicles and their parts, for travel by land, air or water.
- Class 13Goods
Firearms, ammunition and fireworks
Weapons, explosives and pyrotechnics.
- Class 14Goods
Jewellery and watches
Precious metals and stones, jewellery, watches and clocks.
- Class 15Goods
Musical instruments
Musical instruments, their parts and stands.
- Class 16Goods
Paper, printed matter and stationery
Printed and paper goods, packaging materials and office supplies — often used for books, magazines and printed products.
- Class 17Goods
Rubber, plastics and insulation materials
Semi-finished plastic and rubber materials, seals, packing and insulation.
- Class 18Goods
Leather goods, bags and luggage
Leather and imitation leather, bags, luggage, umbrellas and goods for animals.
- Class 19Goods
Non-metal building materials
Building materials that are not made of metal.
- Class 20Goods
Furniture
Furniture and household goods made of wood, plastic and similar materials.
- Class 21Goods
Household and kitchen utensils
Small household and kitchen items, glassware, porcelain and cleaning implements.
- Class 22Goods
Ropes, tents and raw textile fibres
Ropes, nets, sacks, awnings, padding and unprocessed textile fibres.
- Class 23Goods
Yarns and threads
Yarns and threads used for textiles.
- Class 24Goods
Textiles and household linen
Fabrics and textile goods for the home.
- Class 25Goods
Clothing, footwear and headwear
Anything worn — the usual class for a fashion or apparel brand.
- Class 26Goods
Haberdashery and hair accessories
Sewing notions, trimmings and hair ornaments.
- Class 27Goods
Floor coverings and wall hangings
Carpets, rugs, mats and non-textile wall coverings.
- Class 28Goods
Games, toys and sporting goods
Toys, games, sports equipment and decorations for celebrations.
- Class 29Goods
Meat, dairy and processed foods
Foods of animal origin and processed fruit and vegetables — the savoury 'prepared ingredients' side of food.
- Class 30Goods
Staple foods, coffee and baked goods
Coffee, tea, grains, baked goods, snacks and seasonings sold as products.
- Class 31Goods
Fresh produce, plants and animal feed
Unprocessed agricultural goods, live animals, plants and pet food.
- Class 32Goods
Non-alcoholic drinks and beer
Beer, soft drinks, juices and other non-alcoholic beverages.
- Class 33Goods
Alcoholic drinks (except beer)
Wines, spirits and other alcoholic beverages, and preparations for making them.
- Class 34Goods
Tobacco and smokers' articles
Tobacco, vaping products, matches and related articles.
Services — Classes 35–45
- Class 35Services
Business, retail, advertising and marketing services
Selling other people's goods, running or supporting a business, and marketing — a very common class for shops, marketplaces and agencies.
- Class 36Services
Financial and insurance services
Money, insurance, property and financial services.
- Class 37Services
Construction, installation and repair
Building things and keeping physical things working.
- Class 38Services
Telecommunications and connectivity
Transmitting messages and data — the pipe rather than the content.
- Class 39Services
Transport, delivery and travel arrangement
Moving people or goods, storing goods, and arranging travel.
- Class 40Services
Manufacturing and material treatment for others
Making, processing or treating materials to someone else's order.
- Class 41Services
Education, training and entertainment
Teaching, cultural and sporting activity, and producing entertainment content.
- Class 42Services
Technology, software development and scientific services
Providing technology as a service, plus design, research and testing — the usual class for SaaS platforms.
- Class 43Services
Food, drink and accommodation services
Serving food and drink to people, and providing places to stay.
- Class 44Services
Medical, wellbeing, beauty and agricultural services
Care for people, animals, plants — delivered as a service.
- Class 45Services
Legal, security and personal services
Legal work, protecting people and property, and personal or social services.