August 24, 2026 by Amit Kumar
Class 17 includes semi-processed materials made of rubber, plastic, and related substances used for packing, insulating, or manufacturing.
Goods covered under this class generally include:
Classification principle: If the material is a semi-processed rubber, plastic, or insulating product used in industry or packing, it generally falls within Class 17.
As per the Nice Classification updates 2026, the following clarifications are particularly relevant to Class 17:
Biodegradable packing materials, recycled rubber compounds, and advanced insulating materials for electric vehicles are now more clearly classified in Class 17.
Practical takeaway: Describe the material by its industrial or packing function rather than its end-use form.
The following goods are excluded from Class 17, despite frequent misclassification:
Classification Data is based on the Latest Nice Classification at, https://www.wipo.int/en/web/classification-nice