Classification Tables

An internationally used classification system for goods and services, established by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). When filing a trademark application, you must use this classification to determine the classes of goods and/or services to be protected; it currently consists of Classes 01 to 45.

An international classification system for figurative marks, organised by elements such as images, symbols, animals, plants and geometric shapes. It is mainly used for searching figurative trademarks and assessing similarity.

The international classification system for industrial designs, which groups products into classes according to their appearance and intended purpose. It is mainly used for searching and filing designs; the classification is purely administrative and does not determine the scope of protection.

The trademark identification and classification system maintained by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). It is built on the Nice Classification framework and refined in line with U.S. practice, providing official descriptions of goods and services and a reference list of acceptable entries.

The unified database maintained by the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) for EU trade mark (EUTM) applications. It covers all Nice classes and EU-specific standardised descriptions of goods and services.

The trademark classification system developed by IP Australia, based on the Nice Classification and adapted to the local market. Standard applications may describe goods or services in their own words; IP Australia recommends using Pick List terms for classification and examination, and the Headstart pre-application service requires selection from the Pick List.