Scope of Nice Class 16
Papier und Druckerzeugnisse — Papier, Pappe; Büroartikel; Druckereierzeugnisse; Bücher; Zeitschriften.
The Nice Classification groups all goods and services into 45 classes for trademark registration. Class 16 is a goods class (classes 1–34 are goods, 35–45 are services). When you register a trademark, protection applies to the classes you file for — choosing the right classes is essential for an effective search and filing strategy.
Typical goods/services keywords
- papier
- druck
- verlag
- büro
- schreibwaren
- buch
- magazine
Frequently asked questions about Nice Class 16
What does Nice Class 16 cover?
Nice Class 16 (Papier und Druckerzeugnisse) covers: Papier, Pappe; Büroartikel; Druckereierzeugnisse; Bücher; Zeitschriften.
Is Nice Class 16 a goods class or a services class?
Class 16 is a goods class — in the Nice Classification, classes 1–34 cover goods and classes 35–45 cover services.
Which business keywords typically map to Class 16?
Typical keywords for Class 16 include: papier, druck, verlag, büro, schreibwaren, buch, magazine.
Do I need more than one Nice class for my trademark?
Often yes — a trademark application covers only the classes you file for. LegalBrandCheck suggests matching Nice classes for your business description and checks your name against existing marks.
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