Scope of Nice Class 40
Materialbearbeitung — Bearbeitung von Materialien; Drucken; Recycling.
The Nice Classification groups all goods and services into 45 classes for trademark registration. Class 40 is a services 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
- druck
- druckerei
- verarbeitung
- produktion
- herstellung
- recycling
Frequently asked questions about Nice Class 40
What does Nice Class 40 cover?
Nice Class 40 (Materialbearbeitung) covers: Bearbeitung von Materialien; Drucken; Recycling.
Is Nice Class 40 a goods class or a services class?
Class 40 is a services class — in the Nice Classification, classes 1–34 cover goods and classes 35–45 cover services.
Which business keywords typically map to Class 40?
Typical keywords for Class 40 include: druck, druckerei, verarbeitung, produktion, herstellung, recycling.
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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