Trademark Classification

Explore the Nice Classification system (Classes 1–45) adopted by IP Australia, IPONZ, and intellectual property offices worldwide to categorize goods and services.
Classification Guide

A clearer way to browse trademark classes.

The page keeps the old content structure, but gives users a stronger sense of hierarchy, a Blitzy-style navigation layer, and a cleaner reading system for long class descriptions.

Before You File

Trademark protection depends on the classes selected. Choosing too narrowly can leave gaps; choosing too broadly can increase filing cost and examination risk.

Nice Classification

Goods and services overview.

Class 01

Chemicals used in industry, science and photography, as well as in agriculture, horticulture and forestry.

Class 02

Paints, varnishes, lacquers; preservatives against rust and against deterioration of wood.

Class 03

Non-medicated cosmetics and toiletry preparations; cleaning, polishing and abrasive preparations.

Class 04

Industrial oils and greases; lubricants; fuels and illuminants; candles and wicks for lighting.

Class 05

Pharmaceuticals, medical and veterinary preparations; sanitary preparations for medical purposes.

Class 06

Common metals and their alloys, ores; metal materials for building and construction; transportable metal buildings.

Class 07

Machines, machine tools, power-operated tools; motors and engines (except for land vehicles).

Class 08

Hand tools and implements, hand-operated; cutlery; side arms, except firearms; razors.

Class 09

Scientific, research, navigation, photographic, optical, computer software and hardware, communication devices.

Class 10

Surgical, medical, dental and veterinary apparatus and instruments; artificial limbs, eyes and teeth.

Class 11

Apparatus and installations for lighting, heating, cooling, cooking, drying, ventilating and water supply.

Class 12

Vehicles; apparatus for locomotion by land, air or water.

Class 13

Firearms; ammunition and projectiles; explosives; fireworks.

Class 14

Precious metals and their alloys; jewellery, precious stones; horological and chronometric instruments.

Class 15

Musical instruments; music stands and stands for musical instruments; conductors' batons.

Class 16

Paper and cardboard; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery and office requisites.

Class 17

Unprocessed and semi-processed rubber, plastics in extruded form; packing, stopping and insulating materials.

Class 18

Leather and imitations of leather; luggage and carrying bags; umbrellas and parasols; saddlery.

Class 19

Materials, not of metal, for building and construction; rigid pipes, not of metal; asphalt, pitch and bitumen.

Class 20

Furniture, mirrors, picture frames; containers, not of metal, for storage or transport.

Class 21

Household or kitchen utensils and containers; cookware and tableware; combs and sponges; brushes.

Class 22

Ropes and string; nets; tents and tarpaulins; awnings of textile or synthetic materials; sails; sacks.

Class 23

Yarns and threads for textile use.

Class 24

Textiles and substitutes for textiles; household linen; curtains of textile or plastic.

Class 25

Clothing, footwear, headwear.

Class 26

Lace, braid and embroidery, haberdashery ribbons; buttons, hooks and eyes, pins and needles.

Class 27

Carpets, rugs, mats and matting, linoleum and other floor coverings; wall hangings, not of textile.

Class 28

Games, toys and playthings; video game apparatus; gymnastic and sporting articles.

Class 29

Meat, fish, poultry and game; preserved, frozen, dried and cooked fruits and vegetables; oils and fats.

Class 30

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

Class 31

Raw and unprocessed agricultural, horticultural products; fresh fruits and vegetables; live animals.

Class 32

Beers; non-alcoholic beverages; mineral and aerated waters; fruit beverages and juices.

Class 33

Alcoholic beverages, except beers; alcoholic preparations for making beverages.

Class 34

Tobacco and tobacco substitutes; cigarettes and cigars; electronic cigarettes; smokers' articles; matches.

Class 35

Advertising; business management, organization and administration; office functions.

Class 36

Financial, monetary and banking services; insurance services; real estate affairs.

Class 37

Construction services; installation and repair services; mining extraction, oil and gas drilling.

Class 38

Telecommunications services.

Class 39

Transport; packaging and storage of goods; travel arrangement.

Class 40

Treatment of materials; recycling of waste; air purification and water treatment; printing services.

Class 41

Education; providing of training; entertainment; sporting and cultural activities.

Class 42

Scientific and technological services and research; industrial analysis; computer software design.

Class 43

Services for providing food and drink; temporary accommodation.

Class 44

Medical services; veterinary services; hygienic and beauty care; agriculture services.

Class 45

Legal services; security services for physical protection; personal and social services.

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