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    All 45 Nice classes

    Classes 1–34 cover goods and 35–45 services. The summaries below are short guides; check each office's official Nice list for exact items.

    1. Class 1 Chemicalsindustrial chemicals, adhesives for industry, fertilisers, unprocessed plastics
    2. Class 2 Paintspaints, coatings, rust preservatives, dyes, inks
    3. Class 3 Cosmetics and cleaningcosmetics, perfume, shampoo, cleaning preparations, toothpaste
    4. Class 4 Fuels and lubricantsindustrial oils, lubricants, fuels, candles
    5. Class 5 Pharmaceuticalsmedicines, medical preparations, dietary supplements, disinfectants, baby food
    6. Class 6 Common metalscommon metals and alloys, metal building materials, small hardware, metal pipes, safes
    7. Class 7 Machinesmachines and machine tools, motors and engines (not for land vehicles), industrial blowers, pumps, compressors, electric kitchen machines
    8. Class 8 Hand toolshand tools, knives, cutlery, razors
    9. Class 9 Electronics and softwarecomputers, phones, software, apps, batteries, chargers, cables, cameras, measuring instruments, safety glasses
    10. Class 10 Medical devicesmedical apparatus, massagers, medical masks, hearing aids, feeding bottles
    11. Class 11 Lighting, heating and ventilationlighting, LEDs, air conditioners, electric fans, ventilation, water heaters, water purifiers, cooking appliances
    12. Class 12 Vehiclesvehicles, bicycles, e-bikes, tyres, prams, vehicle parts
    13. Class 13 Firearms and fireworksfirearms, ammunition, fireworks
    14. Class 14 Jewellery and watchesjewellery, precious metals, watches, clocks
    15. Class 15 Musical instrumentsmusical instruments and accessories
    16. Class 16 Paper and stationerypaper, printed matter, books, stationery, paper and plastic packaging bags
    17. Class 17 Rubber and plasticsrubber, semi-processed plastics, seals, insulation materials, non-metal hoses
    18. Class 18 Leather goods and bagsleather, bags, luggage, wallets, umbrellas, pet clothing
    19. Class 19 Non-metal building materialstimber, tiles, cement, building glass, non-metal pipes
    20. Class 20 Furniturefurniture, mirrors, picture frames, plastic containers, mattresses
    21. Class 21 Household utensilskitchen utensils, tableware (except cutlery), glassware, cleaning tools, toothbrushes
    22. Class 22 Ropes and tentsropes, nets, tents, tarpaulins, padding materials
    23. Class 23 Yarns and threadsyarns and threads for textile use
    24. Class 24 Textilesfabrics, bed linen, towels, curtains
    25. Class 25 Clothing and footwearclothing, footwear, headwear
    26. Class 26 Haberdasherylace, buttons, zips, hair accessories, wigs, artificial flowers
    27. Class 27 Floor coveringscarpets, mats, wallpaper
    28. Class 28 Toys and sporting goodstoys, games, sporting and fitness equipment, fishing tackle
    29. Class 29 Meat, dairy and processed foodmeat, fish, eggs, dairy, edible oils, processed fruit and vegetables, snacks
    30. Class 30 Coffee, cereals and condimentscoffee, tea, sugar, rice, bread, pastry, condiments
    31. Class 31 Agricultural productsfresh fruit and vegetables, seeds, plants, animal feed, pet food
    32. Class 32 Beverages and beerbeer, mineral water, juices, soft drinks
    33. Class 33 Alcoholic beveragesalcoholic beverages (except beer)
    34. Class 34 Tobaccotobacco, e-cigarettes, lighters
    35. Class 35 Advertising and businessadvertising, marketing, retail and wholesale services, online stores, business management, import-export agency
    36. Class 36 Finance and insurancefinance, insurance, real estate, payments
    37. Class 37 Construction and repairconstruction, installation, repair and maintenance services
    38. Class 38 Telecommunicationstelecommunications, network transmission, online forums, video streaming
    39. Class 39 Transport and storagetransport, logistics, warehousing, travel arrangement, courier
    40. Class 40 Treatment of materialstreatment of materials, custom manufacturing, 3D printing, printing
    41. Class 41 Education and entertainmenteducation, training, entertainment, sporting and cultural activities, online courses
    42. Class 42 Science, IT and SaaSscientific research, design, software development, SaaS, cloud computing, testing and certification
    43. Class 43 Food service and accommodationrestaurants, cafés, takeaway, hotel accommodation
    44. Class 44 Medical, beauty and agricultural servicesmedical, beauty, hairdressing, pet grooming, gardening services
    45. Class 45 Legal, security and social serviceslegal services, intellectual property, security, dating, funerals

    How to run a useful trademark search

    1. Search the exact name first, then sound-alike and look-alike variants (listed for you); examiners look at likelihood of confusion, not only identical marks.
    2. Focus on the same or related classes: the same name registered for clothing in class 25 usually does not block lighting in class 11, except for famous brands.
    3. Search each target market: trademarks are territorial, so a Chinese registration gives no rights in the US or Europe.
    4. Also search Amazon, Google and social media for existing use: in the US and elsewhere, unregistered prior use can still block you.
    5. For an important brand, have a trademark attorney run a professional search and risk opinion before filing.

    Where to file and what it costs

    OfficeOfficial feesTypical timeline
    US (USPTO)From $350 per class (base fee since 2025; surcharges for free-form descriptions)About 12–18 months
    EU (EUIPO)€850 for one class, €50 for the second, €150 each from the thirdAbout 4–6 months if unopposed
    UK (UKIPO)£170 online including one class, £50 for each extra classAbout 4 months if unopposed
    China (CNIPA)CNY 270 per class online (up to 10 items)About 6–9 months
    Madrid internationalFrom CHF 653 WIPO basic fee (black and white), plus each designated countryDepends on each designated country

    Official fees only, excluding attorney fees; check each office for current amounts.

    Frequently asked questions

    How many classes should I file in?

    File for what you sell now and plan to sell soon; each class is charged separately. Fans usually go in class 7 (industrial blowers) or 11 (domestic fans, ventilation); apps in classes 9 and 42; retail services can add class 35.

    What is the Nice Classification?

    The Nice Classification is the international trademark classification administered by WIPO, with 34 classes of goods and 11 of services. Most countries, including the US, EU members and China, use it, with new editions roughly every five years.

    If no identical mark turns up, am I safe to use the name?

    No. This tool takes the name and its variants to each official database and flags descriptive and geographic risks, but it does not replace examination. Similar marks, unregistered prior use and famous brands can all lead to refusal or disputes, so have an attorney search important brands.

    Trademark class search practical guide and common questions

    What does a Trademark class search do?

    Matches English and Chinese keywords to the 45 Nice classes, showing the best-scoring classes with short notes; the full table can be filtered by keyword.

    Who is this for, and when is it useful?

    First-time applicants, designers and founders unsure which classes to file in.

    How do I use this Trademark class search?

    Describe your goods or services in English or Chinese, review the suggested Nice classes, and check the notes in the 45-class list.

    How should I interpret the results?

    The notes are summaries; exact items follow each office's official Nice list and practice.

    Where is the work performed, and which services receive data?

    Your goods description is matched to classes in your browser, never uploaded, with no sign-in needed.