Trademark Class Codes for Goods and Services in India

In this day and age of fierce market rivalry, there are several factors to consider before beginning a firm. One of the most crucial parts of distinguishing one business from another is its trademark. A unique Trademark for the goods and services sold is required to help distinguish one's corporate brand.

Every product and service on the market is classified by Trademark Class Details.

Certain norms and regulations are established as standards for the sale of the products based on these classes. Without this, defining the legal base of any products and services becomes difficult.

What is Trademark Class?

The Nice Classifications divide trademark registration in India into 45 separate types. All goods and services are categorised under these headings. Eash Trademark denotes a distinct class of goods and services.

These classes are then separated into two primary segments depending on the categories of Goods and Services. All products that fall under the umbrella term of Goods are subject to the Trademark Classes 1–34. Classes 35-45, on the other hand, apply to all products relating to the area of Services.

Aside from this, there are instances where the items are not limited to a single class and are thus applicable to other Trademark Class products. These are referred to as Coordinated Classes.

Classification of Trademark Classes

One can use the Trademark Class Finder tool to find the best trademark class for the products they sell. There are two major categories in the Trademark Class. They are as follows:

• Classes for Goods
• Classes for Services
• Classes in the Goods Section

Class 1- Chemicals used in industry, photography, forestry, raw synthetic resins, tanning and adhesive compounds, and so on.

Class 2- Chemicals used in industry, photography, forestry, raw synthetic resins, tanning and adhesive compounds, and so on.;

Class 3- Cleaning supplies, cosmetics, bleach and abrasives, laundry detergents, essential oils, and so on.

Class 4- Industrial oils and greases; lubricants; dust absorption, wetting, and binding compositions; fuels and illuminants (including motor spirit); candles, wicks;

Class 5- Pharmaceuticals, veterinary products, dietetics, dental wax, disinfectants, herbicides, fungicides, and other similar things

Class 6- Metal castings, hardware, locks and safes, common metals and their alloys, construction material (metal), other metals, etc.

Class 7- Machines and machine tools; machine coupling and transmission components; hand-operated agricultural equipment; egg incubators;

Class 8- consists of implements and hand tools such as cutlery and razors.

Class 9- Scientific, electric, photographic, measuring, and recording, transmission, or reproduction of sound or picture devices; data processing equipment and computers

Class 10- Surgical, medical, dental, and veterinary devices and apparatus, artificial limbs, eyes, and teeth, orthopedic goods, and suture materials

Class 11- Lighting, heating, steam generation, cooking, refrigeration, drying, ventilation, water supply, and sanitary apparatus

Class 12- Apparatus for locomotion by land, water, and air.

Class 13- Ammunition, firearms, explosives, fireworks etc.

Class 14- Precious metals and alloys, as well as precious metal objects; jewelry and precious stones; horological and other chronometric apparatus

Class 15- Musical instruments

Class 16- Paper, cardboard, and products made from these materials; printed content; stationery; brushes; typewriters and office supplies; plastic packaging materials;

Class 17- Rubber, asbestos, mica, and products made from these materials; extruded plastics for manufacturing; packaging, stopping, and insulating materials; flexible pipes;

Class 18- Leather and leather imitations, as well as objects created from these things that are not included in other classes, animal skins and hides, etc.

Class 19- Non-metallic construction materials; non-metallic rigid pipes for building; asphalt, pitch, and bitumen; non-metallic transportable buildings; non-metal monuments

Class 20- Items made of wood, cork, reed, cane, wicker, horn, bone, ivory, whalebone, shell, amber, mother-of-pearl, meerschaum, or polymers

Class 21- Utensils and containers for household or kitchen usage; combs and sponges; cleaning supplies; unworked or semi-worked glass; glassware and earthenware;

Class 22- Ropes, thread, nets, tents, awnings, tarpaulins, sails, sacks and bags, padding and stuffing materials (excluding those made of rubber or plastic); raw fibrous textile materials

Class 23- Yams and threads for textile uses.

Class 24- Textiles and textile goods, not included in other classes; bed and table covers.

Class 25– Clothing, footwear, headgear.

Class 26- Lace and embroidery, ribbons and braid, buttons, hooks and eyes, pins and needles, and artificial flowers are all examples of embellishments.

Class 27- Carpets, rugs, mats and matting, linoleum, and other floor covering materials; wall hangings (non-textile).

Class 28- Games and playthings, gymnastic and sporting equipment not featured in other sections; Christmas tree decorations

Class 29- Meat, fish, poultry, and game; meat extracts; canned, dried, and cooked fruits and vegetables; jams and fruit sauces; eggs, milk, and milk products; edible oils and fats

Class 30- Coffee, tea, cocoa, sugar, rice, tapioca, sago; bread, pastry and confectionery, ices; honey, treacle; yeast, baking powder; salt, mustard; vinegar; spices; ice.

Class 31- Agricultural, horticultural and forestry products and grains; live animals; fresh fruits and vegetables; seeds, natural plants and flowers; foodstuffs for animals, malt.

Class 32- Beers, mineral and aerated waters, and other non-alcoholic drinks; fruit drinks and fruit juices; syrups and other preparations for making beverages.

Class 33- All alcoholic beverages (excluding beer).

Class 34- Matches, smoker’s articles, tobacco.

The Classes under the category of Services are:

Class 35- Business and advertising Services that assist management in managing the affairs of the company (commercial organization) are covered in this class. Any advertising action that involves making a statement to the general public or involves any form of goods or services is included.

Class 36- Financial and insurance Activities related to insurance, finance, or the monetary sector are included in this class.

Class 37- Repair and construction This class includes work done by contractors and subcontractors in the construction or repair of buildings, as well as any restoration of work to its original state.

Class 38- Communication This class covers services that aid in communication between people, whether oral or visual.

Class 39- Transportation and storage include any service linked to storing products in a warehouse or other location or transporting them from one location to another. Transportation options include land, air, and sea.

Class 40– Material treatment includes any service that requires modifying the chemical or mechanical makeup of a substance. Or any other service that is not covered by another class along the same lines.

Class 41- Education and amusement This category includes any service that increases a person's or animal's knowledge or mental capacity. Services that entertain people or animals are also included.

Class 42- Scientific, design, and technical services; industrial analysis and research services; design and development of computer hardware and software.

Class 43- Services for providing food and drink; temporary accommodation.

Class 44- Medical, veterinary, sanitary, and cosmetic care for humans and animals; agriculture, horticulture, and forestry services

Class 45– Legal services; security services to safeguard property and individuals; personal and social services provided by others to suit individuals' requirements

What are the benefits of Trademark Class?

The advantages of having a Trademark Class classification assist in applying for the suitable trademark registration. Knowledge of the trademark class will assist an individual in filing the suitable Trademark Class application. It will aid in the protection of the brand under the trademark class as well as offer legal footing under the law.

Conclusion

Due to the market's fierce rivalry, understanding of the Class of Trademarks is required in order to file for the suitable Trademark Class Registration. It not only assists in categorizing products but also in keeping track of all registrations. It aids in the protection of brands under a certain trademark symbol and Class list. It aids in the regulation of the production of goods and services, as well as the maintenance of a standard practice of quality and quantity.