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45 USPTO Trademark Classes
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) uses a classification system called the Nice Classification to categorize goods and services for trademark purposes. There are 45 classes, with classes 1-34 covering goods. And classes 35-45 covering services. Here they are…
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Goods Classes
Class 1: Chemicals (e.g. industrial chemicals, preservatives, adhesives)
Class 2: Paints (e.g. wood stains, paint thinners)
Class 3: Cosmetics and Cleaning Preparations (e.g. soaps, perfumes, toothpaste)
Class 4: Industrial Oils and Lubricants (e.g. motor oils, greases)
Class 5: Pharmaceuticals (e.g. vitamins, dietary supplements, bandages)
Class 6: Metals and Alloys (e.g. aluminum, steel)
Class 7: Machines and Tools (e.g. engines, motors, power tools)
Class 8: Hand Tools (e.g. cutlery, razors, hand-operated tools)
Class 9: Electrical and Scientific Tools including Software (e.g. computers, microscopes, cables)
Class 10: Medical Instruments (e.g. surgical instruments, dental equipment)
Class 11: Environmental Control Instruments (e.g. air conditioners, stoves, freezers)
Class 12: Vehicles of locomotion (e.g. cars, bicycles, aircraft)
Class 13: Firearms (e.g. rifles, ammunition)
Class 14: Precious Metals and Jewelry (e.g. gold, silver, jewelry)
Class 15: Musical Instruments (e.g. guitars, pianos)
Class 16: Paper Goods and Printed Material (e.g. books, magazines, stationery)
Class 17: Rubber Goods (e.g. insulation, packing materials)
Class 18: Leather Goods (e.g. animal skins, trunks, wallets)
Class 19: Non-metallic Building Materials (e.g. cement, brick, pipes)
Class 20: Furniture (e.g. beds, chairs, desks)
Class 21: Housewares and Glass (e.g. pots, pans, dishes, glassware)
Class 22: Ropes, String, Nets (e.g. bags, sacks, hammocks)
Class 23: Yarns and Threads (e.g. embroidery threads, wool yarn)
Class 24: Fabrics (e.g. textiles, bedding, curtains)
Class 25: Clothing and Apparel (e.g. shirts, shoes, hats)
Class 26: Embroidery and Fancy Goods (e.g. lace, embroidery, ribbons)
Class 27: Floor Coverings (e.g. carpets, rugs, mats)
Class 28: Toys and Sporting Goods (e.g. games, dolls, equipment)
Class 29: Meats and Processed Foods (e.g. fresh and preserved meats)
Class 30: Staple Foods (e.g. coffee, tea, bread, spices)
Class 31: Natural Agricultural Products (e.g. fresh fruits, vegetables, seeds)
Class 32: Light Beverages (e.g. beers, juices, soft drinks)
Class 33: Wines and Spirits (e.g. wines, liquors)
Class 34: Smokers’ Products (e.g. cigarettes, lighters, ashtrays)
Services Classes
Class 35: Advertising and Business Services (e.g. marketing, office functions)
Class 36: Insurance and Financial Services (e.g. banking, real estate)
Class 37: Building Construction and Repair (e.g. plumbing, roofing)
Class 38: Communication Services (e.g. TV broadcasting, cellular services)
Class 39: Transportation and Storage (e.g. travel, warehousing)
Class 40: Treatment of Materials (e.g. metal treating, waste treatment)
Class 41: Education and Entertainment (e.g. coaching, amusement parks)
Class 42: Scientific and Technological Services (e.g. computer programming, research)
Class 43: Hotels and Restaurants (e.g. reservations, catering)
Class 44: Medical, Beauty and Agricultural (e.g. veterinary, hairdressing, farming)
Class 45: Personal and Legal (e.g. licensing of IP, security services)