WIPO Nice Classification
Search the 45 WIPO Nice Classification trademark classes for goods and services.
The Nice Classification (NCL) is an international system for grouping goods and services for trademark registration. WIPO publishes and maintains it. India uses the 12th edition. Each class is identified by a number — classes 1–34 are goods and classes 35–45 are services.
Classes 1–34: physical products such as software, clothing, food, and chemicals
Classes 35–45: intangible offerings such as advertising, education, restaurant, and technology services
All 45 WIPO Nice Classification trademark classes, server-rendered so they are readable without JavaScript. Use the search above for the full set.
| Class | Title | Type | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chemicals | goods | Industrial chemicals, Photographic chemicals, Tempering preparations for metals… |
| 2 | Paints and varnishes | goods | Paints, Varnishes, Lacquers… |
| 3 | Cosmetics and cleaning preparations | goods | Perfumes, Toilet waters, Eau de Cologne… |
| 4 | Industrial oils and fuels | goods | Industrial oils, Lubricants, Dust absorbing compositions… |
| 5 | Pharmaceuticals | goods | Pharmaceutical preparations, Medical preparations, Veterinary preparations… |
| 6 | Metals and metal alloys | goods | Common metals and their alloys, Building materials of metal, Transportable buildings of metal… |
| 7 | Machines and machine tools | goods | Motors and engines, Machine coupling and transmission components, Agricultural implements… |
| 8 | Hand tools and cutlery | goods | Hand tools and implements, Cutlery, Side arms… |
| 9 | Scientific and optical apparatus | goods | Apparatus for scientific research, Surveying instruments, Photographic apparatus… |
| 10 | Surgical and medical apparatus | goods | Surgical instruments and apparatus, Medical instruments, Dental instruments… |
| 11 | Environmental control apparatus | goods | Apparatus for lighting, Heating apparatus, Steam generating apparatus… |
| 12 | Vehicles and transport apparatus | goods | Vehicles for locomotion by land, Vehicles for locomotion by air, Vehicles for locomotion by water… |
| 13 | Firearms and fireworks | goods | Firearms, Ammunition and projectiles, Explosives… |
| 14 | Precious metals and jewellery | goods | Precious metals, Jewellery, Cloisonne jewellery… |
| 15 | Musical instruments | goods | Musical instruments, Music stands, Conductors' batons… |
| 16 | Paper and office supplies | goods | Paper, Cardboard, Printed matter… |
| 17 | Rubber and plastic materials | goods | Rubber, Gutta-percha, Gum… |
| 18 | Leather goods and travel goods | goods | Leather and imitations of leather, Travel goods, Trunks and suitcases… |
| 19 | Building materials | goods | Non-metallic building materials, Non-metallic rigid pipes for building, Asphalt… |
| 20 | Furniture and furnishings | goods | Furniture, Mirrors, Picture frames… |
| 21 | Household and kitchen utensils | goods | Household or kitchen utensils, Combs and sponges, Brushes… |
| 22 | Locks and hardware | goods | Ropes and string, Nets, Tents and tarpaulins… |
| 23 | Yarns and threads | goods | Yarns and threads for textile use, Sewing thread, Embroidery thread… |
| 24 | Textiles and textile goods | goods | Textiles and textile goods, Bed and table covers, Textile pieces… |
| 25 | Clothing and footwear | goods | Clothing, Footwear, Headgear… |
| 26 | Sewing supplies and decorative articles | goods | Lace and embroidery, Ribbons and braids, Buttons… |
| 27 | Gaming and sporting goods | goods | Gaming apparatus, Toys, Gymnastic and sporting articles… |
| 28 | Toys and sporting goods | goods | Games and toys, Video game apparatus, Gymnastic and sporting equipment… |
| 29 | Foodstuffs of animal origin | goods | Meat, fish, poultry and game, Meat extracts, Preserved, frozen, dried and cooked fruits and vegetables… |
| 30 | Foodstuffs of plant origin | goods | Coffee, Tea, Cocoa… |
| 31 | Agricultural and horticultural products | goods | Agricultural products, Horticultural products, Forestry products… |
| 32 | Beers and soft drinks | goods | Beers, Mineral and aerated waters, Fruit beverages… |
| 33 | Alcoholic beverages | goods | Alcoholic beverages, Wines, Spirits… |
| 34 | Tobacco products and smoking articles | goods | Tobacco, Cigarettes, Cigars… |
| 35 | Advertising and business services | services | Advertising, Business management, Business administration… |
| 36 | Insurance and financial services | services | Insurance, Financial affairs, Monetary affairs… |
| 37 | Construction and repair services | services | Building construction, Repair services, Installation services… |
| 38 | Telecommunications services | services | Telecommunications, News agency services, Cable television broadcasting… |
| 39 | Transportation and storage services | services | Transportation of goods, Packaging and storage of goods, Arrangement of travel… |
| 40 | Material processing services | services | Treatment of materials, Cutting and processing of wood, Metal treating… |
| 41 | Education and entertainment services | services | Education, Providing of training, Entertainment… |
| 42 | Professional and technical services | services | Scientific and technological services, Engineering services, Computer programming… |
| 43 | Food service and accommodation services | services | Provision of food and drink, Catering services, Temporary accommodation… |
| 44 | Medical and hygiene services | services | Medical services, Veterinary services, Hygienic and beauty care… |
| 45 | Legal and security services | services | Legal services, Security services, Social work services… |
Our trademark and IP experts can review your product or service description and recommend the correct Nice Classification class for your trademark application.
The Nice Classification (NCL) is a system of 45 classes managed by WIPO for trademark registration. India follows the 12th edition. Classes 1–34 cover goods (physical products) and classes 35–45 cover services (intangible offerings). Each class has a title and a list of examples to help you find the right one for your trademark.
Start by matching your product or service description to the class title and examples listed. If your product does not clearly fit any listed example, an IP attorney or trademark agent can advise on the correct class. Choosing the wrong class can lead to registration refusal.
Yes. Each class requires a separate application and fee. Multi-class trademark registration is common — for example, a restaurant might file in Class 43 (restaurants) and Class 35 (advertising). You can file separate applications or use a multi-class form.
Goods classes (1–34) cover physical products you manufacture, sell, or trade — such as software (Class 9), clothing (Class 25), or chemicals (Class 1). Services classes (35–45) cover intangible offerings — such as advertising (Class 35), education (Class 41), technology services (Class 42), or restaurants (Class 43).
No. The Nice Classification class numbers are standardised by WIPO and do not expire. Your trademark registration itself is valid for 10 years from the filing date and is renewable indefinitely. The class system remains stable across editions, though examples within a class may be updated.
