Detailed classification of Goods & Services under different trademark classes.

28 November, 2024

Introduction

It becomes essential to have a brands logo, symbol, etc. trademarked in order to protect it. Because they provide exclusivity and protection for your brand name, logo, or slogan, trademarks are essential commercial assets. Successful trademark registration depends on doing an effective trademark category analysis and comprehending the significance of trademark classes. One of the first phases in the trademark registration process is determining the product’s trademark class.

Trademark Class

A business owner should know exactly which trademark class their goods or services belong to if they wish to register their brand. A trademark is classified into 45 distinct types based on the International classification of goods and services, also referred to as the NICE classification (The NICE Classification is an international system used to classify goods and services in trademark registrations). Each of these trademark classifications represents a certain set of goods and services. According to the Trademarks Act of 1999, India now has 45 trademark classifications.

Importance of Trademark Classification

Classifying trademarks is essential for safeguarding intellectual property rights. By ensuring that trademarks are registered under particular categories, it helps to prevent disputes and gives trademark owners clear instructions. Identifying the Class of Trademark is very important before filing the application as registering a trademark or name under a particular class provides protection under that category only.

If a trademark is used for goods and services under different classes, separate applications are required to be filed under each class to get protection of trademark for the respective goods and services. Correct categorization aids in the following:

1. Identifying the scope of trademark protection
2. Facilitating efficient trademark searches (Visit the link to know more about trademark search https://www.law-certis.in/trademark-search
3. Simplifying the trademark registration process

What are Trademark Classes

Trademark classes categorize goods and services into 45 different classes:

Classes 1-34 cover goods
Classes 35-45 cover services
Each class represents a specific type of good or service

Trademark Classes

TRADEMARK CLASS	DESCRIPTION OF GOODS
Class 1	Filtering materials [chemical, mineral, vegetable and other unprocessed materials] Chemical preparations and materials for film, photography and printing Sensitized paper Photographic film, not exposed Unprocessed plastics Adhesives for use in industry Growing media, fertilizers and chemicals for use in agriculture, horticulture and forestry Detergents for use in manufacture and industry Chemical substances, chemical materials and chemical preparations, and natural elements Compositions for fire extinguishing and prevention Chemical compositions and materials for use in science Chemical compositions and materials for use in the manufacture of cosmetics Chemical compositions for use in construction Chemical compositions for water treatment Chemical and organic compositions and substances for treatment of leather and textile Salts for industrial purposes Unprocessed artificial and synthetic resins Starches for use in manufacturing and industry Putties, and fillers and pastes for use in industry Fillers for vehicle body and tire repair Chemical and organic compositions for use in the manufacture of food and beverages.
Class 2	Dyes, colorants, pigments and inks Food and beverage colorings Thinners and thickeners for coatings, dyes and inks Coatings Metal in foil and powder form for use in painting, decorating, printing and art Paints Lacquers and varnishes Preservatives Raw natural resins
Class 3	Toiletries Oral hygiene preparations Perfumery and fragrances Body cleaning and beauty care preparations Make-up Soaps and gels Bath preparations Deodorants and antiperspirants Skin, eye and nail care preparations Hair preparations and treatments Hair removal and shaving preparations Animal grooming preparations Essential oils and aromatic extracts Cleaning and fragrancing preparations, other than for personal use Household fragrances Vehicle cleaning preparations Laundry preparations Leather and shoe cleaning and polishing preparations Abrasives, other than for personal use Tailors' and cobblers' wax
Class 4	Fuels and illuminants Wood for use as fuel Non- chemical fuel additives Biofuels Candles Wicks for candles and lamps Electrical energy Dust controlling compositions Lubricants and industrial greases, waxes and fluids Preserving oils
Class 5	Dietary supplements and dietetic preparations Food for babies Dietary supplements for animals Dental preparations and articles, and medicated dentifrices Sanitary preparations and articles Disinfectants and antiseptics Absorbent articles for personal hygiene Feminine hygiene products Nappies for babies and incontinents Medicated and sanitising soaps and detergents Pest control preparations and articles Medical and veterinary preparations and articles Live organs and tissues for surgical purposes Diagnostic preparations and materials, for medical and veterinary purposes Pharmaceuticals and natural remedies Medical dressings, coverings and applicators Air deodorising and air purifying preparations
Class 6	Building and construction materials and elements of metal Railway material of metal Pipes, tubes and hoses, and fittings therefor, including valves, of metal Unprocessed and semi-processed non-precious metals and their alloys Metal hardware Nuts, bolts and fasteners, of metal Locks and keys, of metal Welding and soldering materials Molds of metal Cables, wires and chains, of metal Doors, gates, windows and window coverings of metal Structures and transportable buildings of metal Signs, and information and advertising displays, of metal Ladders and scaffolding, of metal Vaults and safes, of metal Works of art and decorations, including sculptures, made primarily of non-precious metals Monuments and memorials made primarily of non-precious metals Containers, and transportation and packaging articles, of metal Packaging, wrapping and bundling articles, of metal Dispensers, of metal
Class 7	Agricultural, earthmoving, construction, oil and gas extraction and mining equipment Agricultural, gardening and forestry machines and apparatus Construction machines Pumps, compressors and blowers Industrial robots Electricity generators Moving and handling equipment Opening and closing mechanisms Lifting and hoisting equipment, elevators and escalators Conveyors and conveyors belts Packaging machines Machines and machine tools for treatment of materials and for manufacturing Cutting, drilling, abrading, sharpening and surface treatment machines and apparatus Power drills and bores Power saws Mills and crushing machines Shaping and moulding machines Machines, machine tools, and power-operated tools and apparatus, for fastening and joining Welding and soldering machines and devices Filtering machines, separators and centrifuges Coating machines Waste management and recycling machines Printing and bookbinding machines Sewing machines for textiles and leather Material production and processing machines Metal production machines Textile production machines Paper production machines Food and beverage processing and preparation machines and apparatus Engines, powertrains, and machine parts, and controls for the operation of machines and engines Wheels and tracks for machines Dispensing machines Vending machines Spraying machines Sweeping, cleaning, washing and laundering machines Ironing machines and laundry presses Exterior clearing and cleaning machines Emergency and rescue machines and machine tools
Class 8	Hand-operated hygienic and beauty implements for humans and animals Hair styling appliances Body art tools Manicure and pedicure tools Hair cutting and removal implements Razors Animal shearing implements Edged and blunt weapons Cutlery, kitchen knives, and cutting implements for kitchen use Hand-operated tools and implements for treatment of materials, and for construction, repair and maintenance Animal slaughtering and butchering implements Agricultural, gardening and landscaping tools Fire tending implements Hand tools for construction, repair and maintenance Hammers, mallets and sledgehammers Fastening and joining tools Cutting, drilling, grinding, sharpening and surface treatment hand tools Lifting tools Emergency and rescue hand tools
Class 9	Downloadable and recorded content Databases Media content Software Games software Application software Artificial intelligence and machine learning software Software for monitoring, analysing, controlling and running physical world operations System and system support software, and firmware Firmware and device drivers Operating systems Utility, security and cryptography software Virtual and augmented reality software Web application and server software Content management software E-commerce and e-payment software Information technology and audio-visual, multimedia and photographic devices Communications equipment Computer networking and data communications equipment Point-to-point communications equipment Broadcasting equipment Antennas and aerials as communications apparatus Data storage devices and media Encoded, magnetic and smart cards Replicating apparatus Photocopiers Image scanners Printers Data processing equipment and accessories (electrical and mechanical) Calculators Payment terminals, money dispensing and sorting devices Coin-operated mechanisms Peripherals adapted for use with computers and other smart devices Computers and computer hardware Computer components and parts Audio/visual and photographic devices Audio devices and radio receivers Display devices, television receivers and film and video devices Image capturing and developing devices Signal cables for IT, AV and telecommunication Magnets, magnetizers and demagnetizers Scientific and laboratory devices for treatment using electricity Apparatus, instruments and cables for electricity Apparatus and instruments for accumulating and storing electricity Apparatus and instruments for controlling electricity Photovoltaic apparatus for generating electricity Electrical and electronic components Electric cables and wires Electrical circuits and circuit boards Antennas and aerials as components Optical devices, enhancers and correctors Optical enhancers Lasers Glasses, sunglasses and contact lenses Corrective eyewear Sunglasses Safety, security, protection and signalling devices Alarms and warning equipment Access control devices Signalling apparatus Protective and safety equipment Head protection Eye protection Diving equipment Navigation, guidance, tracking, targeting and map making devices Measuring, detecting, monitoring and controlling devices Testing and quality control devices Measuring devices Time measuring instruments (not including clocks and watches) Weight measuring instruments Distance and dimension measuring instruments Speed measuring instruments Temperature measuring instruments Electricity measuring instruments Controllers and regulators Data loggers and recorders Sensors, detectors and monitoring instruments Scientific research and laboratory apparatus, educational apparatus and simulators
Class 10	Physical therapy equipment Massage apparatus Physiotherapy and rehabilitation equipment Hearing protection devices Feeding aids and pacifiers Sex aids Medical and veterinary apparatus and instruments Contraceptive devices Diagnostic, examination, and monitoring equipment Medical imaging apparatus Surgical and wound treating equipment Suture and wound closing materials and products Dental equipment Masks and equipment for artificial respiration Medical furniture and bedding, equipment for moving patients Prosthetics and artificial implants Artificial organs and implants Hearing aids Dental prostheses Clothing, headgear and footwear, braces and supports, for medical purposes Clothing, headgear and footwear for medical personnel and patients Mobility aids
Class 11	Flues and installations for conveying exhaust gases Sun tanning appliances Sanitary installations, water supply and sanitation equipment Water purification, desalination and conditioning installations Sterilization, disinfection and decontamination equipment Sanitary and bathroom installations and plumbing fixtures Decorative fountains, sprinkler and irrigation systems Steam baths, saunas and spas Lighting and lighting reflectors Vehicle lighting and lighting reflectors Cooking, heating, cooling and preservation equipment, for food and beverages Fireplaces Filters for industrial and household use Industrial treatment apparatus and installations Gas cleaners and purifiers Industrial ovens, boilers, burners and furnaces (not for food or beverages) Chemical processing equipment Personal heating and drying implements Drying installations Refrigerating and freezing equipment Regulating and safety accessories for water and gas installations Nuclear installations Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning and purification equipment (ambient) Air treatment equipment HVAC systems (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) Vehicle HVAC systems (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) Igniters Burners and heaters for laboratory use Apparatus for heating and steaming items and fabrics, not for industrial purposes Heating elements and filaments Fog and smoke machines
Class 12	Vehicles and conveyances Land vehicles and conveyances Human-powered trolleys and carts Mobility conveyances Rail vehicles Air and space vehicles Water vehicles Parts and fittings for vehicles Wheels and tyres, and continuous tracks for vehicles Anti-theft, security and safety devices and equipment for vehicles Parts and fittings for air and space vehicles Parts and fittings for water vehicles Parts and fittings for land vehicles
Class 13	Explosive substances and devices, other than arms Pyrotechnics Weapons and ammunition Holders, holsters, magazines and cartridges, for weapons and ammunition
Class 14	Gemstones, pearls and precious metals, and imitations thereof Jewellery Time instruments Other articles of precious metals and precious stones, and imitations thereof Works of art and decorations, including sculptures, made primarily of precious or semi-precious metals or stones, or their imitations, or coated with these Jewellery boxes and watch boxes Key rings and key chains, and charms therefor
Class 15	Musical instruments Keyboard instruments String instruments Woodwind instruments Percussion instruments Brass instruments Musical accessories
Class 16	Works of art and decorations, including figurines, made primarily of paper or cardboard, and architects’ models Art and modelling materials and media Arts, crafts and modelling equipment Filtering materials of paper Bags and articles for packaging, wrapping and storage, of paper, cardboard or plastics Printed matter, and stationery and educational supplies Writing and stamping implements Correcting and erasing implements Office machines Printing and bookbinding equipment Educational equipment Printed books, magazines, newspapers, and other paper-based media Photo albums and collectors' albums Printed matter representing monetary value or for financial purposes Adhesives for stationery or household purposes Paper and cardboard Industrial paper and cardboard Money holders Disposable paper products
Class 17	Flexible pipes, tubes, hoses and fittings therefor (including valves), and fittings for rigid pipes, all non-metallic Seals, sealants and fillers Waterproofing and moisture proofing articles and materials Insulation and barrier articles and materials Thermal insulation articles and materials Electrical insulation articles and materials Acoustic insulation articles and materials Fire resistant and fire preventive articles and materials Finished or semi-finished goods, of materials included in the class, specified for use Tire restoration and repair materials Molds Shock-absorbing and packing materials, vibration dampers Works of art and decorations, including sculptures, made primarily of mineral fibres or elastomers, or of substitutes for these Coverings Membranes and semi-processed synthetic filtering materials Adhesive tapes, strips, bands and films Clutch and brake linings Semi-processed plastics, resins, polymers or synthetic fibres (other than for textile use), or substitutes for these Polyester Semi-worked plastic substances Synthetic and composite materials Cellulose acetate Glass fibre and glass wool Carbon fibre Resins in extruded form Unprocessed and semi-processed mineral fibres or elastomers, or substitutes for these Mineral fibers Elastomers
Class 18	Umbrellas and parasols Walking sticks Luggage, bags, wallets and other carriers Leather and imitation leather, pelts and hides, and goods made thereof Saddlery, whips and apparel for animals
Class 19	Building and construction materials and elements, not of metal Railway materials, non-metallic Rigid pipes and valves therefor, non-metallic Building and construction materials and elements made of pitch, tar, bitumen or asphalt Building and construction materials and elements made of sand, stone, rock, clay, minerals and concrete Building and construction materials and elements made of wood and artificial wood Doors, gates, windows and window coverings, not of metal Structures and transportable buildings, not of metal Signs, and information and advertising displays, non-metallic Scaffolding, non-metallic Works of art and decorations, including sculptures, made primarily of non-metallic mineral materials such as stone, bitumen or concrete, or of substitutes for these Monuments and memorials, not of metal Unprocessed and semi-processed non-metallic mineral materials such as stone, clay, bitumen or concrete, or substitutes for these Pitch, tar, bitumen and asphalt Stone, rock, clay and minerals Semi-processed or artificial wood
Class 20	Non-metallic hardware Mooring buoys, non-metallic Locks and keys, non-metallic Door, gate and window fittings, non-metallic Valves, non-metallic Fasteners, non-metallic Cable fasteners, connectors and holders, non-metallic Pipe fasteners, connectors and holders, non-metallic Works of art and decorations, including sculptures, made primarily of wood, straw, bone, shell, wax, resin, plastics or plaster, or of substitutes for these Furniture and furnishings Beds, mattresses, pillows and cushions Frames Mirrors (silvered glass) Indoor blinds, and fittings for curtains and indoor blinds Clothes hangers, clothes stands [furniture] and clothes hooks Bathroom furniture Animal housing and beds Unworked and semi-worked bone, shell, amber, reed, bamboo, rattan or cork, or substitutes for these Containers, and closures and holders therefor, non-metallic Baskets, non-metallic Barrels and casks, non-metallic Coffins and funerary urns Letter boxes, non-metallic Closures for containers, non-metallic Crates and pallets, non-metallic Ladders and movable steps, non-metallic Displays, stands and signage, non-metallic Mannequins and tailors' dummies
Class 21	Works of art and decorations, including sculptures, made primarily of ceramics or glass, or of substitutes for these Unworked and semi-worked glass, not for building Gardening articles Household utensils for cleaning, brushes and brush-making materials Air fragrancing apparatus Dustbins Toilet and bathroom cleaning utensils Tableware, cookware and containers Glasses, drinking vessels and barware Coin banks (Piggy banks) Cosmetic, hygiene and beauty care utensils Dental cleaning articles Articles for animals Aquaria and vivaria Devices for pest and vermin control Articles for the care of clothing and footwear Bathroom fittings
Class 22	Raw textile fibers and substitutes Padding and stuffing materials Bags and sacks for packaging, storage and transport Sails Nets Ropes, strings, slings, and bands Tarpaulins, awnings, tents, and unfitted coverings and liners
Class 23	Yarns and threads
Class 24	Fabrics Textile goods, and substitutes for textile goods Coverings for furniture Curtains Labels of textile Wall hangings Linens Kitchen and table linens Bed linen and blankets Bath linen Filtering materials of textile
Class 25	Headgear Clothing Underwear and nightwear Footwear Parts of clothing, footwear and headgear
Class 26	Accessories for apparel, sewing articles and decorative textile articles Hair ornaments, hair rollers, hair fastening articles, and false hair Artificial fruit, flowers and vegetables Charms [not jewellery or for keys, rings or chains] Needles and pins for entomology
Class 27	Floor coverings and artificial ground coverings Carpets, rugs and mats Vehicle mats and carpets Artificial ground coverings Wall and ceiling coverings
Class 28	Sporting and physical exercise equipment Hunting and fishing equipment Swimming equipment Festive decorations, party novelties and artificial Christmas trees Fairground and playground apparatus Toys, games, and playthings Video game apparatus, arcade games, and amusement machines Table-top games and gambling devices
Class 29	Meat and meat products Fish, seafood and molluscs, not live Dairy products and dairy substitutes Cheese Birds’ eggs and egg products Edible oils and fats Processed fruits, fungi, vegetables, nuts and pulses Jellies, jams, compotes, fruit and vegetable spreads Soups and stocks, meat extracts Prepared insects and larvae Sausage skins and imitations thereof Prepared meals, convenience food and savoury snacks
Class 30	Convenience food and savoury snacks Salts, seasonings, flavourings and condiments Savory sauces, chutneys and pastes Baked goods, confectionery, chocolate and desserts Bread Pastries, cakes, tarts and biscuits (cookies) Sweets (candy), candy bars and chewing gum Cereal bars and energy bars Sugars, natural sweeteners, sweet coatings and fillings, bee products, and edible decorations Syrups and treacles Sweet glazes and fillings Ice creams, frozen yogurts, and sorbets Cooling ice Coffee, teas and cocoa and substitutes therefor Processed grains, starches, and goods made thereof, baking preparations and yeasts Dried and fresh pastas, noodles and dumplings Cereals Rice Flour Breakfast cereals, porridge and grits Yeast and leavening agents Doughs, batters, and mixes
Class 31	Live animals, organisms for breeding Agricultural and aquacultural crops, horticulture and forestry products Algae for human or animal consumption Plants and their fresh produce Fresh fruit, nuts, vegetables and herbs Malts and unprocessed cereals Natural turf Flowers Seeds, bulbs and seedlings for planting Trees and forestry products Plant residues (raw materials) Fungi Foodstuffs and fodder for animals Bedding and litter for animals Bait, not artificial
Class 32	Beer and non-alcoholic beer Non-alcoholic beverages Nut and soy based beverages Flavoured carbonated beverages Juices Waters Non-alcoholic preparations for making beverages
Class 33	Alcoholic essences and extracts Alcoholic beverages (except beer) Spirits [beverages] Wine Cider Pre-mixed alcoholic beverages
Class 34	Matches Tobacco and tobacco products (including substitutes) Cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos and other ready-for-use smoking articles Flavourings for tobacco Articles for use with tobacco Ashtrays Tobacco containers and humidors Lighters for smokers Personal vaporisers and electronic cigarettes, and flavourings and solutions
Class 35	Advertising, marketing and promotional services Public relations services Product demonstrations and product display services Trade show and commercial exhibition services Loyalty, incentive and bonus program services Distribution of advertising, marketing and promotional material Advertising, marketing and promotional consultancy, advisory and assistance services Provision and rental of advertising space, time and media Commercial trading and consumer information services Retail and wholesale services Auctioneering services Rental of vending machines Business assistance, management and administrative services Accountancy, book keeping and auditing Administrative support and data processing services Data processing, systematisation and management Human resources management and recruitment services Business consultancy and advisory services Business analysis and information services, and market research Rental of office machines and equipment
Class 36	Insurance services Insurance underwriting and appraisals and assessment for insurance purposes Warranty services Real estate services Rent collection Rental of real estate and property Pawnbrokerage Provision of prepaid cards and tokens Safe deposit services Financial, monetary and banking services Currency trading and exchange services Securities and commodities trading services Loan and credit, and lease-finance services Debt recovery and factoring services Investment services Fund investment services Financial underwriting and securities issuance (investment banking) Financial transfers and transactions, and payment services Cash, check (cheque) and money order services Payment card services Tax and duty payment services Financial information, data, advice and consultancy services Financial rating and provision of credit reports Financial appraisal services Financial planning services Financing and funding services Venture capital services Rental of cash machines and cash counters Fundraising and financial sponsorship Valuation services
Class 37	Building, construction and demolition Shipbuilding Rental of tools, plant and equipment for construction, demolition, cleaning and maintenance Excavation services, and extraction of natural resources Installation, cleaning, repair and maintenance Alarm, lock and safe installation, maintenance and repair Clock and watch repair Computer hardware and telecommunication apparatus installation, maintenance and repair HVAC (Heating, ventilation and air conditioning) installation, maintenance and repair Re-inking and refilling of toner cartridges Tyre maintenance and repair Building maintenance and repair Interior and exterior cleaning of buildings Vehicle repair, maintenance, and refuelling Glazing, installation, maintenance and repair of glass, windows and blinds Plumbing installation, maintenance and repair Furniture assembly, maintenance, and repair Lift and elevator installation, maintenance and repair Cleaning and care of fabric, textile, leather, fur and goods made thereof Extermination, disinfection and pest control Charging of batteries and power storage devices, and rental of equipment
Class 38	Telecommunication services Broadcasting services Telephone and mobile telephone services Computer communication and Internet access Provision of access to content, websites and portals Provision and rental of telecommunications facilities and equipment
Class 39	Distribution by pipeline and cable Transport Navigation (positioning, and route and course plotting) Transportation and delivery of goods Freight and cargo transportation and removal services Mail delivery and courier services Travel and passenger transportation Sightseeing and excursion services Rescue, recovery, towing and salvage services Packaging and storage of goods Filling of machines and containers Loading and unloading of vehicles Vehicle parking and storage Rental services related to vehicles, transportation, and storage Rental of means of transportation Rental of space, structures, units and containers, for storage and transportation Transport information, advice and reservation services
Class 40	Custom manufacture and assembly services Energy production Treatment and transformation of materials Textile, leather and fur treatment Recycling and waste treatment Printing, and photographic and cinematographic development Duplication of audio and video recordings Air and water conditioning and purification Slaughtering Food and beverage treatment Rental of equipment for the treatment and transformation of materials, for energy production and for custom manufacturing
Class 41	Publishing, reporting, and writing of texts Education, entertainment and sport services Organisation of conferences, exhibitions and competitions Gambling services Audio, video and multimedia production, and photography Sports and fitness services Education and instruction services Rental services relating to equipment and facilities for education, entertainment, sports and culture Library services and rental of media Rental of sports equipment and facilities Rental of audio/visual and photographic equipment and facilities Amusement and theme parks, fairs, zoos and museums Live performance services Video game services Translation and interpretation Ticket reservation and booking services for education, entertainment and sports activities and events
Class 42	IT services Software development, programming and implementation Computer hardware development Hosting services, software as a service, and rental of software Rental of computer hardware and facilities IT consultancy, advisory and information services IT security, protection and restoration Data duplication and conversion services, data coding services Science and technology services Rental of science and technology equipment Medical and pharmacological research services Engineering services Surveying and exploration services Architectural and urban planning services Natural science services Earth science services Testing, authentication and quality control Design services
Class 43	Temporary accommodation Hotels, hostels and boarding houses, holiday and tourist accommodation Nurseries, day-care and elderly care facilities Provision of event facilities and temporary office and meeting facilities Boarding for animals Rental of furniture, linens, table settings, and equipment for the provision of food and drink Provision of food and drink Food and drink catering Temporary accommodation information, advice and reservation services Information, advice and reservation services for the provision of food and drink
Class 44	Agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry services Farming (animals) Farming (crops) Horticulture, gardening and landscaping Landscape design Floral design services Rental of equipment for agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry Rental of animals and plants Animal healthcare services Animal grooming services Human healthcare services Medical services Dentistry Pharmaceutical services Opticians' services Mental health services Rental of equipment for human healthcare Human hygiene and beauty care Body art services Rental of equipment for human hygiene and beauty care
Class 45	Safety, rescue, security and enforcement services Rental of equipment for safety, rescue, security and enforcement Personal and social services Astrological and spiritual services Rental of clothing Detective services Dating services Funerary services Religious services Legal services Political services

Conclusion

A methodical approach to classifying and arranging products and services into distinct groups is trademark classification. In addition to making trademark registration and protection easier, this classification system fulfills the vital function of distinguishing between different kinds of goods and services.