Trademark Class Finder

Updates to latest NCL13-2026 Nice Classification

What is a Trademark Class?

If the mark is already filed by another company or has a registered trademark, then the other party have the priority of the mark provided the trademark is for the common business product

IPIndia classification, can be found at this link.

TM Class
Description

Trademark Class 1

Chemicals, More Keywords Chemicals, More Keywords

Trademark Class 2

Paints and Varnishes Paints and Varnishes

Trademark Class 3

Cosmetics and Hygiene Cosmetics and Hygiene

Trademark Class 4

Lubricants and Fuel Lubricants and Fuel

Trademark Class 5

Medicine and Healthcare Medicine and Healthcare

Trademark Class 6

Common metals and Hardware Common metals and Hardware

Good Classes

If the mark is already filed by another company or has a registered trademark, then the other party have the priority of the mark provided the trademark is for the common business product

Service Classes

If the mark is already filed by another company or has a registered trademark, then the other party have the priority of the mark provided the trademark is for the common business product

Class Finder Features

Class Finder for Attorneys / Proprietors

Up-To-Date

Based on Latest NICE

Filter by Class

Best Search Engines for TM Classes

Conflicting Infringing

Automatic Find threats from TM Journals

Renewals

Renewal Alerts for your Trademark before it expires

Frequently Asked Questions

What are trademark classes?

Trademark classes are categories used to classify goods and services for trademark registration. They help identify the scope of protection for a trademark.

How many trademark classes are there?

There are 45 trademark classes under the Nice Classification:

  • Classes 1–34: Goods
  • Classes 35–45: Services

Why are trademark classes important?

Selecting the correct class ensures:

  • Proper legal protection
  • Accurate coverage of business activities
  • Avoidance of objections or limitations
  • Strong enforcement against infringement

How do I choose the correct trademark class?

The class depends on the nature of your business and the goods/services you offer. A business may need registration in one or multiple classes based on operations.

Can a trademark be registered in multiple classes?

Yes. If a business deals in different goods or services across categories, it can file in multiple classes to obtain broader protection.

What happens if I select the wrong class?

Incorrect classification may:

  • Limit protection
  • Lead to objections
  • Require refiling in the correct class
  • Leave your brand vulnerable in other categories

Can the same trademark exist in different classes?

Yes, similar or identical marks can exist in different classes if the goods/services are unrelated. However, well-known trademarks receive broader protection across all classes.

Is a separate fee required for each class?

Yes. Government fees and professional fees are charged per class, so multi-class applications have higher costs.

Where can I check trademark classes?

You can check and search classes on:

  • Official IP India website
  • Quick Company website and other trademark search platforms

Do startups need multi-class registration?

Startups should register in current and future business classes to ensure long-term brand protection and expansion security.

Can trademark classes be added later?

No. Once filed, new classes cannot be added to the same application. A fresh application must be filed for additional classes.

How do trademark classes help in brand protection?

They define the legal scope of your trademark rights and help prevent others from using similar marks in the same or related business categories.