What is a Trademark Class?
- Trademark Class: A category that groups goods or services for trademark registration.
Nice Classification System
- Classes 1-34: Goods
- Classes 35-45: Services
Determining Trademark Classes for Business
- Identification: Determine the goods or services you offer.
- Choose a Class: Match with the descriptions in the class list.
- Consider Expansion: Choose additional classes for potential future expansion.
- Professional Consultation: Get expert help to choose the right class.
- Check Trademarks: Check existing trademarks to avoid conflicts.
Example
Café and Coffee:
- Class 43: Food and drink services.
- Class 30: Coffee products.
