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- Part 1 Introduction, Quality
- Part 1. Introduction
- Part 1.2. Quality Management and Examination Quality Standards
- Part 1.3. Practice Change Procedure
- Part 2 General Filing Requirements
- Part 2. Landing Page
- Part 2.1. How a document is filed
- Part 2.2. Filing of Documents - requirements as to form
- Part 2.3. Non-compliance with filing requirements
- Part 2.4. Filing Process (excluding filing of applications for registration)
- Part 3 Filing Requirements for a Trade Mark Application
- Part 3. Relevant Legislation
- Part 3.1. Who may apply?
- Part 3.2. Form of the application
- Part 3.3. Information required in the application
- Part 3.4. When is an application taken to have been filed?
- Part 3.5. The minimum filing requirements
- Part 3.6. Consequences of non compliance with minimum filing requirements
- Part 3.7. Other filing requirements
- Part 3.8. Fees
- Part 3.9. Process procedures for non payment or underpayment of the appropriate fee
- Part 3.10. Process procedures for the filing of a trade mark application
- Part 4 Fees
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Fees - general
- 2. Circumstances in which fees are refunded or waived
- 3. Procedures for dealing with "fee" correspondence
- 4. Underpayments
- 5. Refunds and or waivers
- 6. No fee paid
- 7. Electronic transfers
- 8. Disputed credit card payments/Dishonoured cheques
- Part 5 Data Capture and Indexing
- Part 6 Expedited Examination
- Part 7 Withdrawal of Applications, Notices and Requests
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Withdrawal of an application, notice or request
- 2. Who can withdraw an application, notice or request?
- 3. Procedure for withdrawal of an application, notice or request
- 4. Procedure for withdrawal of an application to register a trade mark
- Part 8 Amalgamation (Linking) of Trade Marks
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Amalgamation of applications for Registration (Transitional)
- 2. Amalgamation (Linking) of Trade Marks under the Trade Marks Amendment Act 2006
- Part 9 Amendments and Changes to Name and Address
- Part 9. Landing Page
- Part 9. 1. Introduction
- Part 9. 2. Amendment of an application for a registration of a trade mark - general information
- Part 9. 3. Amendment before particulars of an application are published (Section 64)
- Part 9. 4. Amendment after particulars of an application have been published (Sections 63, 65 and 65A)
- Part 9. 5. Amendments to other documents
- Part 9. 6. Amendments after registration
- Part 9. 7. Changes of name, address and address for service
- Part 9. 8. Process for amendments under subsection 63(1)
- Part 10 Details of Formality Requirements
- Relevant Legislation
- Introduction
- 1. Formality requirements - Name
- 2. Formality requirements - Identity
- 3. Representation of the Trade Mark - General
- 4. Translation/transliteration of Non-English words and non-Roman characters
- 5. Specification of goods and/or services
- 6. Address for service
- 7. Signature
- 8. Complying with formality requirements
- Annex A1 - Abbreviations of types of companies recognised as bodies corporate
- Annex A2 - Identity of the applicant
- Part 11 Convention Applications
- Part 11. Landing Page
- Part 11.1. Applications in Australia (convention applications) where the applicant claims a right of priority
- Part 11.2. Making a claim for priority
- Part 11.3. Examination of applications claiming convention priority
- Part 11.4. Convention documents
- Part 11.5. Cases where multiple priority dates apply
- Part 11.6. Recording the claim
- Part 11.7. Effect on registration of a claim for priority based on an earlier application
- Part 12 Divisional Applications
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Divisional applications - general
- 2. Why file a divisional application?
- 3. Conditions for a valid divisional application filed on or after 27 March 2007
- 4. In whose name may a divisional application be filed?
- 5. Convention claims and divisional applications
- 6. Can a divisional application be based on a parent application which is itself a divisional application? What is the filing date in this situation?
- 7. Can the divisional details be deleted from a valid divisional application?
- 8. Divisional applications and late citations - additional fifteen months
- 9. Divisional Applications and the Intellectual Property Laws Amendment (Raising the Bar) Act 2012
- Annex A1 Divisional Checklist
- Part 13 Application to Register a Series of Trade Marks
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Series of Trade Marks - Act
- 2. Material Particulars
- 3. Provisions of Paragraphs 51(1)(a),(b) and (c)
- 4. Applying Requirements for Material Particulars and Provisions of Paragraphs 51(1)(a), (b) and (c)
- 5. Restrict to Accord
- 6. Examples of Valid Series Trade Marks
- 7. Examples of Invalid Series Trade Marks
- 8. Divisional Applications from Series
- 9. Linking of Series Applications
- 10. Colour Endorsements
- Part 14 Classification of Goods and Services
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. The purpose of classification
- 2. The classification system
- 3. Requirement for a clear specification and for correct classification
- 4. Classification procedures in examination
- 5. Principles of classification and finding the correct class for specific items
- 6. Wording of the specification
- 7. Interpretation of specifications
- 8. International Convention Documents
- Annex A1 - History of the classification system
- Annex A2 - Principles of classification
- Annex A3 - Registered words which are not acceptable in specifications of goods and services
- Annex A4 - Searching the NICE classification
- Annex A5 - Using the Trade Marks Classification Search
- Annex A6 - Cross search classes - pre-June 2000
- Annex A7 - Cross search classes - June 2000 to December 2001
- Annex A8 - Cross search classes from 1 January 2002
- Annex A9 - Cross search classes from November 2005
- Annex A10 - Cross search classes from March 2007
- Annex A11 - Cross search classes from January 2012
- Annex A12 - Cross search classes from January 2015
- Annex A13 - List of terms too broad for classification
- Part 15 General Provision for Extensions of Time
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. When the general provision applies
- 2. When the general provision does not apply
- 3. Circumstances in which the Registrar must extend time
- 4. Grounds on which the Registrar may grant an extension of time
- 5. Form of the application
- 6. Extensions of time of more than three months
- 7. Review of the Registrar's decision
- Part 16 Time Limits for Acceptance of an Application for Registration
- Part 16. Landing Page
- Part 16.1. What are the time limits for acceptance of an application to register a trade mark?
- Part 16.2. Response to an examination report received within four (or less) weeks of lapsing date
- Part 17 Deferment of Acceptance
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Deferment of Acceptance - introduction
- 2. Circumstances under which deferments will be granted
- 3. Period of deferment
- 4. The deferment process where the applicant has requested deferment
- 5. The deferment process where the Registrar may grant deferment on his or her own initiative
- 6. Termination of deferment
- 7. Transitional practice
- Annex A1 - Deferment of acceptance date - Grounds and time limits
- Part 18 Finalisation of Application for Registration
- Part 18. Landing Page
- Part 18.1. Introduction
- Part 18.2. Accepting an application for registration
- Part 18.3. Rejection of an application for registration
- Part 19A Use of a Trade Mark
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Use of a trade mark generally
- 2. Use 'as a trade mark'
- 3. Use 'in the course of trade'
- 4. Australian Use
- 5. Use 'in relation to goods or services'
- 6. Use by the trade mark owner, predecessor in title or an authorised user
- 7. Use of a trade mark with additions or alterations
- 8. Use of multiple trade marks
- Part 19B Rights Given by Registration of a Trade Mark
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. The trade mark as property
- 2. What rights are given by trade mark registration?
- 3. Rights of an authorised user of a registered trade mark
- 4. The right to take infringement action
- 5. Loss of exclusive rights
- Part 20 Definition of a Trade Mark and Presumption of Registrability
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Definition of a trade mark
- 2. Background to definition of a trade mark
- 3. Definition of sign
- 4. Presumption of registrability
- 5. Grounds for rejection and the presumption of registrability
- Part 21 Non-traditional Signs
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Non-traditional signs
- 2. Representing non-traditional signs
- 3. Shape (three-dimensional) trade marks
- 4. Colour and coloured trade marks
- 5. "Sensory" trade marks - sounds and scents
- 6. Sound (auditory) trade marks
- 7. Scent trade marks
- 8. Composite trade marks - combinations of shapes, colours, words etc
- 9. Moving images, holograms and gestures
- 10. Other kinds of non-traditional signs
- Part 22 Section 41 - Capable of Distinguishing
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Registrability under section 41 of the Trade Marks Act 1995
- 2. Presumption of registrability
- 3. Inherent adaptation to distinguish
- 4. Trade marks considered sufficiently inherently capable of distinguishing
- 5. Trade marks that have limited inherent capacity to distinguish but are not prima facie capable of distinguishing
- 6. Trade marks having no inherent adaptation to distinguish
- 7. Examination
- Registrability of Various Kinds of Signs
- 8. Letters
- 9. Words
- 10. Phonetic equivalents, misspellings and combinations of known words
- 11. Words in Languages other than English
- 12. Slogans, phrases and multiple words
- 13. Common formats for trade marks
- 14. New terminology and "fashionable" words
- 15. Geographical names
- 16. Surnames
- 17. Name of a person
- 18. Summary of examination practice in relation to names
- 19. Corporate names
- 20. Titles of well known books, novels, stories, plays, films, stage shows, songs and musical works
- 21. Titles of other books or media
- 22. Numerals
- 23. Combinations of letters and numerals
- 24. Trade marks for pharmaceutical or veterinary substances
- 25. Devices
- 26. Composite trade marks
- 27. Trade marks that include plant varietal name
- Annex A1 Section 41 prior to Raising the Bar
- Annex A2 Flowchart of "Capable of Distinguishing"
- Part 23 Overcoming Grounds for Rejection under Section 41 - including Evidence of Use
- Part 23. Landing Page
- Part 23.1. Introduction
- Part 23.2 Submissions in rebuttal, amendments and informal information
- Part 23.3 Evidence of use - general requirements
- Part 23.4 Examining evidence - general
- Part 23.5 Specific evidence requirements for trade marks with no inherent adaptation to distinguish
- Part 23.6 Endorsements for applications overcoming section 41 grounds for rejection
- Part 23. Annex A1 - Information for applicants on the preparation and presentation of a declaration including model layout
- Part 23. Annex A2 - Model layout for statutory declaration/affidavit
- Part 23. Annex A3 - Model layout for supporting statutory declaration
- Annex A4 - How to supply evidence of use of a Trade Mark under subsection 41(5) - for trade marks with a filing date prior to 15 April 2013
- Annex A5 - How to supply evidence for use of a Trade Mark under subsection 41(6) - for trade marks with a filing date prior to 15 April 2013
- Annex A6 - How to supply evidence of use of a trade mark under subsection 41(4) - for trade marks with a filing date on or after 15 April 2013
- Annex A7 - How to supply evidence of use of a trade mark under subsection 41(3) - for trade marks with a filing date on or after 15 April 2013
- Part 24 Disclaimers
- Part 24. Landing Page
- Part 24.1. What is a disclaimer?
- Part 24.2. Request for a voluntary disclaimer
- Part 24.3. Effect of a disclaimer on registration
- Part 24.4. Effect of a disclaimer on examination
- Part 24.5. Amendment of disclaimers
- Part 24.6. Revocation of disclaimers
- Part 26 Section 44 and Regulation 4.15A - Conflict with Other Signs
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Introduction to section 44 and regulation 4.15A
- 2. Presumption of registrability and the application of section 44
- 3. Cross Class Search List
- 4. Similarity of goods and services
- 5. Similarity of trade marks
- 6. Factors to consider when comparing trade marks
- 7. Trade marks with the same priority/filing date
- 8. Assignment of applications and registrations
- 9. Grounds for rejection when the citation is in its renewal period
- Annex A1 - Citing multiple names
- Part 27 Overcoming Grounds for Rejection under Section 44
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Introduction
- 3. Amending the goods and/or services of the applicant's specification
- 4. Negotiation with owner/s of conflicting trade mark/s
- 5. Filing evidence of honest concurrent use, prior use or other circumstances
- 6. Removal of the conflicting trade mark
- 7. Dividing the application
- Annex A1 - An example of a letter of consent
- 2. Legal submissions
- Part 28 Honest Concurrent Use, Prior Use or Other Circumstances
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Honest concurrent use - paragraph 44(3)(a)
- 3. Examining evidence of honest concurrent use - the five criteria
- 4. Other circumstances - paragraph 44(3)(b)
- 5. Conditions and limitations to applications proceeding under subsection 44(3)
- 6. Prior use - subsection 44(4)
- 7. Examining evidence of prior use
- 8. Endorsements where the provisions of subsection 44(3) or 44(4) and/or reg 4.15A are applied
- Annex A1 - Information sheet for trade mark applicants - Evidence of honest and concurrent, prior use or other circumstances
- Part 29 Section 43 - Trade Marks likely to Deceive or Cause Confusion
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Trade marks likely to deceive or cause confusion
- 2. Connotation
- 3. Deception and confusion as a result of a connotation within a trade mark
- 4. Descriptions of goods/services
- 5. International Non-Proprietary Names and INN Stems
- 6. Names of Persons
- 7. Phonewords and Phone Numbers
- 8. Internet Domain Names
- 9. Geographical References
- 10. Claims to Indigenous Origin
- Annex A1 - Table of INN stems
- Part 30 Signs that are Scandalous and Use Contrary to Law
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Scandalous signs
- 3. Use contrary to law
- Annex A1 - Examples of Legislation which may trigger the provisions of section 42(b)
- Annex A2 - Official notice re copyright in the Aboriginal Flag
- Annex A3 - Defence force prohibited terms and emblems
- Annex A4 - Major Sporting Events protected words
- Part 31 Prescribed and Prohibited Signs
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Prohibited signs - subsection 39(1)
- 2. Prescribed signs - subsection 39(2)
- 3. When does a ground for rejection exist under subsection 39(2)?
- 4. Practice regarding the signs prescribed under subsection 39(2) appearing in subreg 4.15
- 5. Other information relevant to examining trade marks that contain a prohibited and prescribed sign
- Part 32A Examination of Trade Marks for Plants (in Class 31)
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Examination of Plant Trade Marks
- 2.1 Section 42: Contrary to Law
- 2.2 Section 39: Prescribed Signs
- 2.3 Section 41: Capacity to Distinguish
- 2.4 Section 43: Deception and Confusion
- 2.5 Section 44: Comparison of Trade Marks
- 2.6 Non-Roman characters (NRC) and transliterations in class 31 plant examination
- Annex 1 - Applicable Section of the PBR Act
- Annex 2 - Applicable Sections of the UPOV Convention
- Annex 3 - Applicable Sections of the ICNCP
- Annex 4 - An Example of a PBR Letter of Consent
- Annex 5 - Case Law Summaries
- Annex 6 - How to Supply Evidence of Use of a Trade Mark for Plants and/or Plant Material
- Part 32B Examination of Trade Marks for Wines (in Class 33)
- Part 32B: Landing Page
- Part 32B.1. Introduction
- Part 32B.2. Examination of Wine Trade Marks
- Part 32B.2.1 Section 42: Contrary to Law
- Part 32B.2.2 Section 43: Deception and Confusion
- Part 32B.2.3 Section 41: Capacity to Distinguish
- Part 32B.2.4 Section 44: Comparison of Trade Marks
- Part 32B.3. Protected Terms in Specifications of Goods
- Part 33 Collective Trade Marks
- Part 33. Landing Page
- Part 33.1. What is a collective trademark?
- Part 33.2. Application of Act
- Part 33.3. Application for registration
- Part 33.4. Limitation on rights given by registered collective trade marks
- Part 33.5. Assignment or transmission of collective trade marks
- Part 33.6. Infringement of collective trade marks
- Part 34 Defensive Trade Marks
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Australian trade marks law and defensive trade marks
- 2. Requirements for the filing of a defensive trade mark
- 3. Section of the Act NOT applying to defensive trade marks
- 4. Registrability of defensive trade marks
- 5. Grounds for rejection under Division 2 of Part 4 of the Act
- 6. Grounds for rejecting a defensive application under section 187
- 7. Evidence required for defensive applications
- 8. Rights given by defensive registration
- 9. Grounds for opposing a defensive registration
- 10. Cancellation of defensive trade marks
- Part 35 Certification Trade Marks
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. What is a certification trade mark?
- 2. Certification trade marks and geographical indications (GIs)
- 3. Sections of the Act NOT applying to certification trade marks
- 4. The registrability of certification trade marks
- 5. Rights given by, and rules governing the use of, certification trade marks
- 6. Assessment by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC)
- 7. Opposition to the registration of a certification trade mark
- 8. Variation of rules
- 9. Assignment of registered certification trade marks
- 10. Assignment of unregistered certification trade marks
- 11. Transmission of certification trade marks
- 12. Rectification of the Register and variation of rules by order of the court
- Annex A1 - Certification Trade Marks flow chart
- Part 38 Revocation of Acceptance
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. What is revocation of acceptance?
- 2. Reasons for revocation
- 3. Revocation process
- Part 39 Registration of a Trade Mark
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Overview of registration
- 2. Particulars of registration
- 3. Format of Certificate of registration
- 4. Timing
- 5. Date and term of registration
- 6. Registration fees
- 7. Registration process
- 8. Notification of Protection process for International Registrations Designating Australia
- Annex A1 - Certificate of Registration
- Part 40 Renewal of Registration
- Part 40. Landing Page
- Part 40.1. What is renewal?
- Part 40.2. Timing for renewal
- Part 40.3. Late renewal
- Part 40.4. Failure to renew
- Part 41 Cancellation of Registration
- Part 41. Landing Page
- Part 41.1. What is the effect of cancelling a registration?
- Part 41.2. Why is a registration cancelled?
- Part 41.3. Cancellation process
- Part 42 Rectification of the Register
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. What is rectification?
- 2. What part does the Registrar play in rectification actions brought by a person aggrieved?
- 3. Rectification procedures
- Annex A1 - Flow chart of rectification procedure
- Part 43 Assignment and Transmission
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. What is assignment and transmission?
- 2. Timing for assignment
- 3. Application to record assignment etc
- 4. Process for assigning all goods and/or services (full assignment)
- 5. Process for assigning only some goods and/or services (partial assignment)
- 6. Process for assignment of certification trade marks
- 7. Transmission of certification trade marks
- Part 44 Claim of Interest or Rights in a Trade Mark
- Part 44. Landing Page
- Part 44.1. Background
- Part 44.2. Effect of recording the claim
- Part 44.3. When can the interest be recorded?
- Part 44.4. Recording the claim
- Part 44.5. Amending the record of a claim
- Part 44.6. Cancelling the record of a claim
- Part 45 Copies of Documents
- Part 45. Landing Page
- Part 45.1. Documents copied by the Office
- Part 45.2. Types of document copies and delivery dispatch
- Annex A1 - Flow chart of production of copies/certified copies
- Part 46 Grounds for Opposition to Registration or Protection
- Relevant Legislation
- References used in this part
- 1. What is opposition to registration or protection?
- 2. The Registrar’s role in an opposition
- 3. When registration or protection can be opposed
- 4. Grounds for opposition to registration of national trade marks
- 5. Grounds for opposition to protection of international trade marks
- Part 47 Procedures for Opposing Registration or Protection
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Filing a notice of opposition
- 2. Request to amend a notice of intention to oppose or a statement of grounds and particulars
- 3. Filing a notice of intention to defend
- 4. Opposition may proceed in the name of another person
- 5. Making Convention documents available to opponent
- Part 48 Removal of a Trade Mark from the Register for Non-use
- Relevant legislation
- References used in this part
- 1. What if a trade mark is not used?
- 2. Application for removal/cessation of protection for non-use
- 3. Opposition to a non-use application
- 4. Application for extension of time to oppose the non-use application where the trade mark is already removed
- 5. Grounds on which a non-use application may be made
- 6. Burden on opponent to establish use of a trade mark
- 7. Authorised use by another person
- 8. Use by an assignee
- 9. Localised use of trade mark
- 10. Circumstances that were an obstacle to the use of a trade mark
- 11. Where there is no evidence in support of the opposition
- 12. Registrar's discretion in deciding an opposed non-use application
- 13. Registrar to comply with order of court
- 14. Right of appeal
- 15. Certificate - Use of a trade mark
- Part 49 Non-use Procedures
- Relevant legislation
- 1. Application for removal or cessation of protection of a trade mark for non-use
- 2. Opposition to non-use application
- 3. Amendment to notice of intention to oppose or statement of grounds and particulars
- 4. Notice of intention to defend
- 5. Opposition may proceed in the name of another person
- 6. Opposition proceedings
- Part 51 General Opposition Proceedings
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Evidence
- 2. Extension of the period for filing evidence
- 3. Cooling-Off Period
- 4. Suspensions
- 5. Hearing of the opposition
- 6. Dismissal or discontinuance of proceedings
- 7. Award of costs
- 8. Rights of appeal
- 9. Period in which a trade mark can be registered/protected
- 10. Guidelines for Revocation of Acceptance of Opposed trade marks
- 11. Unilateral Communications with Hearing Officers
- Part 52 Hearings, Decisions, Reasons and Appeals
- Relevant Legislation
- References used in this Part
- 1. What is a decision?
- 2. What is a hearing?
- 3. Is a hearing always necessary?
- 4. Role and powers of the Registrar in hearings
- 5. Rights of appeal from decisions of the Registrar
- 6. Appeals from decisions of the Federal Court etc.
- 7. Implementation of decisions
- 8. Service of documents on the Registrar
- Part 54 Subpoenas, Summonses and Production of Documents
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Subpoenas
- 2. Summonsing a witness
- 3. Production of documents
- Annex A1 - Consequences of mishandling a subpoena
- Annex A2 - Format of a summons to witness
- Annex A3 - Format of notice requiring production
- Part 55 Costs
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Legislative Basis
- 2. Award of costs
- 3. Applications for an award of costs
- 4. Determination of the amount of costs
- 5. Full costs where certificate of use of a trade mark provided to removal applicant
- 6. Costs recovery
- 7. Security for costs
- Annex A1 - Taxing of costs in "multiple" oppositions relying on same evidence
- Part 60 The Madrid Protocol
- Relevant Legislation
- Glossary
- 1. Introduction
- 2. International Applications
- 2.1 General Description
- 2.2 International Application Form
- 2.3 Data Entry
- 2.4 Certifying Process
- 2.5 Fees for International Applications
- 2.6 Renewal
- 3. The Basic Application or Basic Registration (Basic Trade Mark)
- 4. International Registrations that have Designated Australia
- 4.1 General Description
- 4.2 Record of International Registrations
- 4.3 Filing/Data Capture/Allocation of Australian Trade Mark Number
- 4.4 Indexing
- 4.5 Expedite
- 4.6 Classification of Goods and Services
- 4.7 Examination of an IRDA
- 4.8 Reporting on an IRDA
- 4.9 Provisional Refusal
- 4.10 Amendments
- 4.11 Deferment of Acceptance
- 4.12 Extension of Time
- 4.13 Final Decision on Provisional Refusal Based on Examination
- 4.14 Acceptance
- 4.15 Revocation of Acceptance
- 4.16 Extension of Time to File Notice of Opposition to Protection
- 4.17 Opposition to Protection
- 4.18 Protection
- 4.19 Cessation or Limitation of Protection
- 4.20 Cessation of Protection because of Non-Use
- 4.21 Opposition to Cessation of Protection because of Non-Use
- 4.22 Renewal
- 4.23 Claim to Interest in, or Right in Respect of a Trade Mark
- 4.24 Change in Ownership of an International Registration
- 4.25 Transformation
- 4.26 Replacement
- 4.27 Customs
- Part 61 Availability of Documents
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. Availability of Documents
- 2. Accessing Documents
- 3. Documents to be made Available for Public Inspection (API)
- 4. Information that the Registrar of Trade Marks will Not Accept in Confidence
- 5. Confidential Information in Correspondence
- 6. Policy in relation to TM Headstart
- Part 62 Revocation of Registration
- Relevant Legislation
- 1. What is revocation of registration?
- 2. Prerequisites to revocation of registration
- 3. Factors to be taken into account before deciding whether revocation of registration is reasonable
- 4. Circumstances under which registration may be revoked
- 5. Mandatory revocation
- 6. Right of appeal: revocation of registration
- 7. Extension of time
- 8. Amendment or cessation of protection by Registrar of Protected International Trade Marks (PITMs)
- 9. Registrar must notify Customs if protection of a PITM is revoked
- 10. Right of appeal: cessation of protection
14. Annex A13 List of terms too broad for classification
Vague terms and their suggested alternatives (non-exhaustive).
Please note that the suggested alternatives are not intended to be exhaustive. Examiners should use this list in conjunction with other resources, including the class headings and IP Australia Classification Search , to determine appropriate alternatives.
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Actuators
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Hydraulic actuators
Class 9: Actuators, electric
Class 12: Pneumatic or hydraulic linear actuators for land vehicles
Adhesive
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Industrial adhesives
Class 3: Adhesives for cosmetic purposes
Class 5: Adhesives for medical use
Class 16: Adhesives for office purposes
Class 17: Insulating adhesives
Adhesives
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Industrial adhesives
Class 3: Adhesives for cosmetic purposes
Class 5: Adhesives for dental purposes
Class 16: Adhesives for stationery or household purposes
Advisory services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Business advisory services
Class 36: Advisory services relating to finance
Class 37: Advisory services relating to construction
Class 38: Advisory services relating to telecommunications
Class 39: Advisory services relating to transport
Class 41: Advisory services relating to education
Class 42: Advisory services relating to computer programming
Class 44: Medical advisory services
Class 45: Advisory services relating to the law
Advocacy
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Commercial advocacy (promoting, publicising or otherwise representing the interests or concerns of others)
Class 45: Legal advocacy services
Aged care
Suggested Alternatives
Class 43: Aged care services (accommodation)
Class 44: Aged care services (medical and nursing services)
Agency services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Recruitment agency services
Class 36: Real estate agency services
Class 39: Travel agency services for arranging travel
Class 41: Ticket agency services (entertainment)
Class 43: Travel agency services for booking accommodation
Class 45: Dating agency services
Alcohol
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Alcohol for industrial purposes
Class 4: Alcohol for use as fuel
Class 5: Medicinal alcohol
Class 33: Alcoholic beverages
Alloy
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Dental alloys
Class 6: Alloys of common metal
Class 14: Alloys of precious metal
Alloys
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Dental alloys
Class 6: Alloys of common metal
Class 14: Alloys of precious metal
Analysis
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Cost analysis
Class 36: Financial analysis
Class 42: Scientific analysis
Class 44: Medical analysis services
Apparatus
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal scaffolding apparatus
Class 7: Powered lifting apparatus
Class 12: Apparatus for locomotion by land
Class 14: Chronometric apparatus
Class 20: Display apparatus in the nature of furniture
Appliances
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Mechanical washing appliances
Class 8: Electric and non-electric appliances for removal of body hair
Class 9: Appliances for communication
Class 10: Massage appliances
Class 11: Cooking appliances
Class 16: Office appliances (other than furniture)
Class 21: Non-electric domestic appliances
Class 28: Fitness exercise appliances
Applicators
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Label applicator machines, other than for office use
Class 10: Applicators for medications
Class 16: Paint applicators in the nature of sponges
Class 21: Cosmetics applicators
Appraisal
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Business appraisals
Class 36: Financial appraisals
Appraisals
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Business appraisals
Class 36: Financial appraisals
Aprons
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Aprons [parts of machines]
Class 8: Tool aprons
Class 25: Aprons (clothing)
Art
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal works of art (common metal)
Class 6: Metal works of art (bronze)
Class 14: Works of art of precious metal
Class 16: Works of art (paintings)
Class 19: Works of art of stone, concrete or marble
Class 20: Works of art, of wood, wax, plaster or plastic
Class 21: Works of art, of porcelain, ceramic, earthenware, terra-cotta or glass
Artworks
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Wrought iron artworks
Class 16: Printed artworks
Class 19: Artworks of marble
Class 21: Artworks of wood, wax, plaster or plastic
Artwork
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Wrought iron artworks
Class 16: Printed artworks
Class 19: Artworks of marble
Class 21: Artworks of wood, wax, plaster or plastic
Association services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 41: Educational and entertainment services provided by an association to its members
Class 45: Association services (providing legal representation or legal advice to members of the association)
Auditing
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Auditing of accounts
Class 42: Energy auditing
Class 45: Legal compliance auditing
B
Badges
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Badges of metal for vehicles
Class 14: Badges of precious metal
Class 16: Name badges [office requisites]
Class 26: Badges for wear, not of precious metal
Balm
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Skin care balms, other than for medical use
Class 5: Medicated balms
Balms
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Skin care balms, other than for medical use
Class 5: Medicated balms
Bandages
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Bandages for dressings
Class 10: Bandages for support purposes
Bands
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Anti-corrosive bands
Class 5: Adhesive bands for medical purposes
Class 6: Bands of metal for tying-up purposes
Class 10: Acupressure bands
Class 12: Bands for wheel hubs
Class 14: Bands for watches
Class 16: Elastic bands for office use
Class 17: Adhesive bands for industrial purposes
Class 22: Wrapping bands, not of metal
Class 25: Sweat bands
Class 26: Hair bands
Class 28: Elastic bands for fitness
Barrels
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Barrels of metal
Class 13: Gun barrels
Class 14: Barrels (clock- and watchmaking)
Class 20: Barrels, not of metal
Class 28: Barrels for darts
Barriers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Security barriers of metal
Class 17: Laminated vapour barriers
Class 19: Barriers of non-metallic materials
Bars
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Nutritional supplement protein bars
Class 6: Bars of common metal
Class 8: Crow bars
Class 19: Glass bars for building
Class 25: Chest binders being underclothing
Binding
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Bindings of metal
Class 22: Bindings, not of metal
Class 26: Bindings for hemming clothing
Class 28: Ski bindings
Bindings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Bindings of metal
Class 22: Bindings, not of metal
Class 26: Bindings for hemming clothing
Class 28: Ski bindings
Bins
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Bins of metal
Class 19: Street furniture being bins, not of metal
Class 20: Bins, not of metal
Class 21: Bins for household refuse
Bits
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Drilling bits (parts of machines)
Class 8: Bits (parts of hand tools)
Class 10: Dental drill bits
Class 18: Horse bits
Blankets
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Fire blankets
Class 10: Blankets, electric, for medical purposes
Class 10: Blankets, electric, for household purposes
Class 17: Soundproofing blankets
Class 18: Horse blankets
Class 24: Bed blankets
Bleach
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Bleach preparations for industrial purposes
Class 3: Bleach for household use
Blinds
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Outdoor blinds of metal
Class 12: Sun blinds adapted for vehicles
Class 19: Outdoor blinds, not of metal or of textile
Class 20: Indoor blinds
Class 22: Outdoor blinds of textile
Blocks
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Paving blocks of metal
Class 7: Brake blocks for machines
Class 8: Sanding blocks
Class 9: Earth blocks
Class 12: Brake blocks for vehicles
Class 19: Cement blocks
Class 20: Chopping blocks (tables)
Class 28: Toy blocks
Class 6: Decking boards of metal
Class 8: Emery boards
Class 9: Circuit boards
Class 12: Self-balancing boards
Class 15: Sound boards
Class 16: Drawing boards
Class 17: Plastic materials, semi-processed, in the form of boards
Class 19: Boards of wood
Class 20: Display boards
Class 21: Cheese boards
Class 28: Surf boards
Boards
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Decking boards of metal
Class 8: Emery boards
Class 9: Circuit boards
Class 12: Self-balancing boards
Class 15: Sound boards
Class 16: Drawing boards
Class 17: Plastic materials, semi-processed, in the form of boards
Class 19: Boards of wood
Class 20: Display boards
Class 21: Cheese boards
Class 28: Surf boards
Boarding
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Construction boarding of metal
Class 19: Timber boarding
Class 43: Animal boarding services
Bollards
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Street furniture being bollards of metal
Class 11: Lighting bollards
Class 19: Street furniture being bollards, not of metal
Bolts
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Bolts of metal
Class 20: Bolts not of metal
Booking services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 39: Booking of travel services
Class 41: Booking of seats for entertainment events
Class 43: Booking of hotel accommodation
Booms
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Crop spraying booms
Class 9: Booms for microphones
Class 12: Booms for boats
Class 28: Booms for sailboards
Booths
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Paint spraying booths, of metal
Class 9: Photo booths [mechanisms for coin-operated apparatus]
Class 11: Tanning booths
Class 19: Paint spraying booths, not of metal
Bows
Suggested Alternatives
Class 15: Bows for musical instruments
Class 16: Paper bows for wrapping
Class 26: Hair bows
Class 28: Bows for archery
Boxes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: First-aid boxes (filled)
Class 6: Security boxes of metal
Class 7: Gear boxes other than for land vehicles
Class 8: Mitre boxes (hand tools)
Class 9: Switch boxes
Class 11: Cool boxes, electric
Class 12: Roof boxes for vehicles
Class 14: Jewellery boxes
Class 15: Music boxes
Class 16: Cardboard boxes
Class 18: Boxes made of leather
Class 19: Letter boxes of masonry
Class 20: Plastic boxes for packing
Class 21: Boxes made of ceramics
Class 26: Boxes for needles
Class 28: Fishing tackle boxes
Class 34: Match boxes
Braces
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Braces of metal for handling loads
Class 10: Braces for medical purposes
Class 22: Braces, not of metal, for handling loads
Class 25: Braces [suspenders] for clothing
Brackets
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Brackets of metal for building
Class 7: Bearing brackets for machines
Class 9: Brackets for setting up flat screen TV sets
Class 19: Brackets, not of metal, for building
Class 20: Brackets, not of metal, for furniture
Brads
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Brads of metal
Class 20: Brads, not of metal
Bridges
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Prefabricated metal bridges
Class 9: Bridges for eyeglass frames
Class 10: Dental bridges
Class 15: Bridges for musical instruments
Class 28: Snooker bridges
Buffers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Buffer solutions for scientific purposes
Class 7: Buffers being power tools
Class 8: Electric nail buffers
Class 17: Shock-absorbing buffers of rubber
Business services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Business administration services
Class 36: Investment business services
Class 41: Business training services
Busts
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Busts of common metal
Class 14: Busts of precious metal
Class 19: Busts of stone, concrete or marble
Class 20: Busts of wood, wax, plaster or plastic
Class 21: Busts made of China
C
Cables
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Cables of common metal, non-electric
Class 7: Ignition cables
Class 9: Electronic cables
Class 11: Electric heating cables
Class 12: Brake cables for vehicles
Class 22: Cables, not of metal
Cabling
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Cables of metal, non-electric
Class 7: Ignition cables
Class 9: Electrical cables
Class 11: Electric heating cables
Class 12: Brake cables for vehicles
Class 22: Cables, not of metal
Cages
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Cages of metal for animals
Class 21: Cages for household pets
Caging
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Cages of metal for animals
Class 21: Cages for household pets
Canopies
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Fixed canopies of metal
Class 12: Canopies for trailers
Class 19: Canopies (structures) of non-metallic materials
Class 22: Canopies (awnings)
Class 24: Bed canopies
Cans
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Cans of metal
Class 20: Petrol cans, not of metal
Class 21: Garbage cans for household purposes
Canvas
Suggested Alternatives
Class 16: Canvas for painting
Class 24: Canvas for tapestry or embroidery
Caps
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Screw caps of metal
Class 9: Lens caps
Class 10: Surgical caps
Class 11: Radiator caps
Class 12: Caps for vehicle petrol tanks
Class 20: Screw caps, not of metal
Class 25: Caps being headwear
Class 26: Hair colouring caps
Class 28: Caps for toy pistols
Capsules
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Capsules sold empty for pharmaceuticals
Class 9: Life-saving capsules for natural disasters
Class 11: Coffee capsules, empty, for electric coffee machines
Class 20: Capsules (non-metallic containers)
Class 30: Coffee capsules, filled
Carbonated drinks
Suggested Alternatives
Class 32: non-alcoholic carbonated drinks
Class 33: Alcoholic carbonated drinks, except beer
Carbonated beverages
Class 32: Non-alcoholic carbonated beverages
Class 33: Alcoholic carbonated beverages, except beer
Career services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Career counselling (employment advice and information)
Class 41: Career counselling (education or training advice)
Carriers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Electronic data carriers
Class 10: Amalgam carriers
Class 12: Roof top carriers for vehicles
Class 18: Baby carriers (slings or harnesses)
Cases
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Lipstick cases
Class 5: Medicine cases (portable) (filled)
Class 6: Door cases of metal
Class 8: Razor cases
Class 9: Cases adapted for sunglasses
Class 10: Cases fitted for medical tools
Class 12: Roof cases for vehicles
Class 13: Gun cases
Class 14: Jewellery cases
Class 15: Cases for musical instruments
Class 16: Pencil cases
Class 18: Travelling cases
Class 20: Display cases
Class 21: Toothbrush cases
Class 24: Pillow cases
Class 26: Needle cases
Class 28: Cases adapted for sporting articles
Class 30: Pastry cases
Class 34: Cigar cases
Casings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: casings of metal
Class 11: Casings for lamps
Class 12: Casings for pneumatic tyres
Class 13: Ammunition casings
Class 14: Watch casings
Class 19: Non-metallic door casings
Class 20: Bottle casings of wood
Class 29: Sausage casings
Ceramics
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Ceramics for the construction of dentures
Class 10: Artificial bone materials of ceramics
Class 19: Ceramics for building purposes
Class 21: Ceramics for household purposes
Chains
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Chains of metal
Class 7: Drive chains for machines
Class 9: Chains for eyeglasses
Class 12: Bicycle chains
Class 14: Key chains
Chambers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Decompression chambers
Class 10: Chambers for inhalers
Class 11: Refrigerating chambers
Channels
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Drain channels of metal
Class 9: Electric cable channels
Class 19: Drain channels, not of metal
Charitable services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Business management and administration services for charitable purposes
Class 36: Charitable fund raising
Class 37: Construction services for charitable purposes
Class 38: Telecommunications services for charitable purposes
Class 39: Providing transportation services for charitable purposes
Class 40: Recycling services for charitable purposes
Class 41: Education and training services for charitable purposes
Class 43: Providing food and drink catering services for charitable purposes
Class 44: Providing medical services for charitable purposes
Charms
Suggested Alternatives
Class 14: Jewellery charms
Class 26: Decorative charms for mobile phones
Chemicals
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Chemicals for industrial use
Class 3: Colour-brightening chemicals for household purposes [laundry]
Class 5: Chemicals for medical use
Chests
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Chests of metal
Class 11: Chest freezers
Class 20: Chests, not of metal
Chips
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Adhesives for industrial use in the form of chips
Class 4: Fuel products of pressed wood chips
Class 9: Computer chips
Class 17: rubber chips for use as a ground covering for playgrounds
Class 28: Chips for gambling
Class 29: Potato chips
Class 30: Corn chips
Class 31: Wood chips for the manufacture of wood pulp
Clamps
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Clamps of metal
Class 8: Clamps (for carpenters or coopers)
Class 9: Earthing clamps
Class 10: Clamps for surgical use
Class 20: Clamps, not of metal
Clasps
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Clasps of metal
Class 14: Clasps for jewellery
Class 16: Paper clasps
Class 20: Clasps, not of metal
Class 26: Belt clasps
Cleanser
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Skin cleanser, non-medicated
Class 5: Antiseptic cleanser
Cleansers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Skin cleansers, non-medicated
Class 5: Antiseptic cleansers
Clippers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Clippers (machines)
Class 8: Clippers, hand-operated
Clips
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Cable clips of metal
Class 10: Clips (surgical)
Class 12: Spoke clips for wheels
Class 16: Paper clips
Class 20: Cable clips, not of metal
Class 26: Hair clips
Closures
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Closures of metal
Class 14: Closures for necklaces
Class 20: Closures, not of metal, for containers
Club services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 41: Club entertainment services
Class 43: Club services for the provision of food and drink
Class 45: Online dating club services
Coasters
Suggested Alternatives
Class 16: Coasters of cardboard
Class 21: Coasters, not of paper or textile
Class 24: Textile coasters
Coatings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Chemical coatings for ophthalmic lenses
Class 2: Coatings (paints)
Class 5: Antiviral coatings, other than paints, to treat the growth of viruses on various surfaces
Class 17: Insulating coatings
Class 19: Coatings (building materials)
Collagen
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Collagen for industrial purposes
Class 3: Collagen preparations for cosmetic purposes
Class 5: Collagen for medical purposes
Collars
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: flea collars
Class 6: Pipe collars of metal
Class 9: Electronic collars to train animals
Class 18: Collars for animals
Class 20: Collars of plastic for fastening pipes
Class 25: Collars (clothing)
Collection services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Collection of data
Class 36: Collection of debts
Class 39: Collection of garbage
Columns
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Columns of metal
Class 19: Pre-fabricated architectural columns, not of metal
Competitions
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Organising of business competitions
Class 41: Organisation of sporting competitions
Components
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Fabricated metal components for building foundations
Class 7: Transmission components, other than for land vehicles
Class 9: Components for computers
Class 12: Structural components for land vehicles
Compressors
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Air compressors
Class 10: Compressors (surgical)
Computer services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Computer support services (advisory and information services in relation to the repair, maintenance and installation of computer hardware and peripherals)
Class 38: Computer communication services
Class 42: Computer support services (programming and software installation, repair and maintenance services)
Concentrates
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Bath concentrates, not medicated
Class 5: Malt concentrates for pharmaceutical purposes
Class 29: Soup concentrates
Class 30: Bread concentrates
Class 32: Fruit juice concentrates
Conditioners
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Conditioners for the soil
Class 3: Hair conditioners
Class 9: Power line conditioners
Class 11: Air conditioners
Conduits
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal conduits
Class 9: Electricity conduits
Class 11: Water conduits installations
Class 19: Concrete conduits
Cones
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Incense cones
Class 9: Traffic cones
Class 28: Cone markers for sports
Class 30: Ice cream cones
Class 31: Pine cones
Connectors
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Connectors of metal for pipes
Class 7: Shaft connectors being machine elements other than for land vehicles
Class 9: Electrical connectors
Class 17: Non-metallic connectors for pipes
Class 20: Structural joint connectors, not of metal
Consoles
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Audio mixing consoles
Class 20: Consoles (furniture)
Class 28: Electronic games consoles
Consultancy
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Business consultancy
Class 36: Insurance consultancy
Class 37: Building construction consultancy
Class 38: Communications consultancy
Class 39: Travel consultancy
Class 40: Dressmaking consultancy
Class 41: Training consultancy
Class 42: Design consultancy
Class 43: Consultancy services relating to food preparation
Class 44: Consultancy relating to beauty care
Class 45: Intellectual property consultancy
Consultancy services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Business consultancy
Class 36: Insurance consultancy
Class 37: Building construction consultancy
Class 38: Communications consultancy
Class 39: Travel consultancy
Class 40: Dressmaking consultancy
Class 41: Training consultancy
Class 42: Design consultancy
Class 43: Consultancy services relating to food preparation
Class 44: Consultancy relating to beauty care
Class 45: Intellectual property consultancy
Containers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Packaging containers of metal
Class 8: Containers adapted for razor blades
Class 9: Containers for spectacles
Class 10: Containers especially made for medical waste
Class 11: Refrigerating containers
Class 12: Roof rack storage containers for land vehicles
Class 16: Containers of cardboard
Class 20: Packaging containers made of plastic
Class 21: Containers for household or kitchen use
Cooking utensils
Suggested Alternatives
Class 11: Cooking utensils, electric
Class 21: Cooking utensils, non-electric
Cool boxes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 11: Cool boxes, electric
Class 21: Cool boxes, non-electric
Cords
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Electrical cords
Class 16: Cords for bookbinding
Class 17: Cords of rubber
Class 22: Cords of plastics
Class 26: Cords for trimming
Counselling
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Employment counselling
Class 36: Debt counselling services
Class 41: Career counselling (education or training advice)
Class 44: Psychological counselling
Class 45: Bereavement counselling
Counselling services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Employment counselling services
Class 36: Debt counselling services
Class 41: Career counselling services (education or training advice)
Class 44: Psychological counselling services
Class 45: Bereavement counselling services
Couplings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Couplings of metal for chains
Class 7: Couplings for machines
Class 8: Modular couplings for hand-operated tools
Class 9: Electrical couplings
Class 12: Couplings for land vehicles
Class 17: Couplings of rubber for pipes
Coverings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Coverings of metal for ceilings
Class 12: Coverings for car seats
Class 17: Sound-absorbing wall coverings
Class 18: Furniture coverings of leather
Class 19: Coverings, not of metal, for ceilings
Class 20: Fitted coverings for furniture
Class 22: Coverings for windows (outdoor blinds of textile)
Class 24: Bed coverings
Class 27: Floor coverings
Covers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Vent covers of metal
Class 9: Mobile phone covers
Class 10: Surgical shoe covers
Class 11: Fitted covers for barbecues
Class 12: Covers for vehicle seats
Class 16: Covers for books
Class 18: Luggage covers
Class 19: Non-metal manhole covers
Class 20: Fitted fabric furniture covers
Class 21: Covers for dishes
Class 22: Covers for cars, not fitted
Class 24: Bed covers
Class 28: Shaped covers for skis
Cream
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Cosmetic cream
Class 5: Medicated cream
Class 29: Cream (dairy product)
Class 30: Ice cream
Creams
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Cosmetic creams
Class 5: Medicated creams
Class 29: Creams (dairy products)
Class 30: Ice creams
Crisps
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Potato crisps
Class 30: Crisps made of cereals
Cultures
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Bacterial cultures for addition to food products
Class 5: Cultures of microorganisms for medical use
Curry
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Curry (prepared meals of meat or vegetables)
Class 30: Curry (spice)
Curtains
Suggested Alternatives
Class 17: Vinyl welding curtains
Class 20: Bamboo curtains
Class 24: Curtains made of textile materials
Cylinders
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Oxygen cylinders, filled, for medical purposes
Class 6: Cylinders of metal for gas
Class 7: Cylinders being parts of machines
Class 12: Brake cylinders for vehicles
Class 20: Cylinders, not of metal for gas
D
Data analysis
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Business data analysis
Class 36: Financial data analysis
Class 42: Technical data analysis services
Decorating
Class 41: Party decorating
Class 42: Interior decorating design
Class 43: Cake decorating
Class 16: Party decorations made of paper
Class 20: Festive decorations of plastic
Class 21: Cake decorations of porcelain
Class 24: Wall decorations of textile
Class 26: Hair decorations
Class 28: Decorations for Christmas trees
Class 30: Edible cake decorations
Class 31: Floral decorations (fresh)
Decorative articles
Class 6: Decorative articles made of common metals
Class 14: Decorative articles (trinkets or jewellery) for personal use
Class 17: Decorative articles (other than badges) made of rubber
Class 19: Decorative articles made of stone
Class 20: Articles of wood for decorative purposes
Class 21: Porcelain articles for decorative purposes
Class 26: Decorative articles for the hair
Densitometers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Densitometers, not for medical purposes
Class 10: Densitometers for medical purposes
Design
Suggested Alternatives
Class 41: Design of educational courses, examinations and qualifications
Class 42: Design of computer software
Class 42: Building design services
Class 42: Graphic design services
Class 44: Landscape design services
Dessert
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Fruit desserts
Class 30: Prepared desserts (confectionery)
Desserts
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Fruit desserts
Class 30: Prepared desserts (confectionery)
Detergent
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Detergents for use in industrial processes
Class 3: Detergents for household use
Class 5: Detergents for medical purposes
Detergents
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Detergents for use in industrial processes
Class 3: Detergents for household use
Class 5: Detergents for medical purposes
Diagnosis
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Diagnosis of electrical faults
Class 42: Diagnosis of faults in computer software
Class 44: Disease diagnosis services
Diagnostic preparations
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Diagnostic preparations for scientific purposes
Class 5: Diagnostic preparations for medical purposes
Diagnostic agents
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Diagnostic agents for scientific purposes
Class 5: Diagnostic agents for medical purposes
Diagnostic reagents
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Diagnostic reagents for scientific purposes
Class 5: Diagnostic reagents for medical purposes
Diffusers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Air fragrance reed diffusers
Class 7: Air diffusers for hydroponics
Class 11: Light diffusers
Class 21: Electric essential oil diffusers
Dip
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Dairy-based dips
Class 30: Chocolate-based dips
Dips
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Dairy-based dips
Class 30: Chocolate-based dips
Discs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Cotton discs for cosmetic use
Class 9: Computer compact discs
Class 12: Vehicle brake discs
Class 14: Ceramic discs for use as tokens of value
Class 17: Sound-absorbing metal discs
Class 21: Abrasive discs for kitchen purposes
Class 28: Flying discs (toys)
Dispensers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Toilet paper dispensers of metal
Class 7: Liquid dispensers (machines) for industrial purposes
Class 8: Razor blade dispensers
Class 9: Cash dispensers
Class 11: Electric dispensers for air fresheners
Class 16: Adhesive tape dispensers (office requisites)
Class 20: Dispensers for toilet paper, not of metal
Class 21: Pump dispensers for condiments
Displays
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Display signs of metal, non-luminous and non-mechanical, for roads
Class 9: Display monitors
Class 20: Display boards
Distribution
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Distribution of advertising material
Class 39: Distribution services being transport of products
Class 41: Film distribution (other than transportation)
Distribution services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Distribution of advertising material
Class 39: Distribution services being transport of products
Class 41: Film distribution (other than transportation)
Dividers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Voltage dividers
Class 16: Notebook dividers
Class 20: Room dividers (furniture)
Doors
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Doors of metal
Class 11: Shower doors
Class 12: Doors for vehicles
Class 19: Doors, not of metal
Class 20: Cupboard for furniture
Drains
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Drains made of metal for use in construction of basement waterproofing systems
Class 11: Shower drains (sanitary installations)
Class 19: Drains (other than of metal) for use in construction of basement waterproofing systems
Drain traps
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Drain traps of metal
Class 19: Drain traps, not of metal or plastic
Class 20: Drain traps of plastic
Dressing
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Dressing, except oils, for skins
Class 3: Dressings for nail repair
Class 5: Wound dressings
Class 30: Dressings for food
Dressings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Dressings for seeds
Class 5: Absorbent dressings
Class 30: Dressings for salads
Drill bits
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Power drill bits
Class 8: Drill bits for hand operated tools
Class 10: Dental drill bits
Drinks
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Medicinal drinks
Class 29: Milk drinks
Class 30: Coffee drinks
Class 32: Non-alcoholic carbonated drinks
Drums
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal storage drums
Class 7: Drums (parts of machines)
Class 12: Brake drums for vehicles
Class 15: Drums (musical instruments)
Class 20: Storage drums of plastic
Ducts
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Air-conditioning ducting of metal
Class 9: Ducting for electric cables
Class 19: Air-conditioning ducting, not of metal
Ducting
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Air-conditioning ducting of metal
Class 9: Ducting for electric cables
Class 19: Air-conditioning ducting, not of metal
Dumplings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Potato-based dumplings
Class 30: Flour-based dumplings
E
Edging
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal landscape edgings
Class 19: Non-metallic stair edging
Class 20: Edgings of plastic for furniture
Class 26: Edgings for clothing
Edgings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal landscape edgings
Class 19: Non-metallic stair edging
Class 20: Edgings of plastic for furniture
Class 26: Edgings for clothing
Elastic
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Elastic bandages for dressings
Class 10: Elastic bandages, other than for dressings
Class 16: Elastic bands for office use
Class 17: Elastic threads, other than for textile use
Class 22: Elastic bands for binding
Class 23: Elastic thread and yarn for textile use
Electrical instruments
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Electrical instruments for cleaning
Class 8: Electrical shaving instruments
Class 9: Electrical instruments for transmitting sound
Class 10: Electrical instruments for medical diagnosis
Class 11: Electrical instruments for cooking foods
Class 15: Electrical musical instruments
Class 21: Electrical instruments for killing insects
Electric instruments
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Electric instruments for cleaning
Class 8: Electric shaving instruments
Class 9: Electric instruments for transmitting sound
Class 10: Electric instruments for medical diagnosis
Class 11: Electric instruments for cooking foods
Class 15: Electric musical instruments
Class 21: Electric instruments for killing insects
Electronic instruments
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Electronic instruments for cleaning
Class 8: Electronic shaving instruments
Class 9: Electronic instruments for transmitting sound
Class 10: Electronic instruments for medical diagnosis
Class 11: Electronic instruments for cooking foods
Class 15: Electronic musical instruments
Class 21: Electronic instruments for killing insects
Electrical apparatus
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Electrical apparatus for cleaning
Class 9: Electrical apparatus for transmitting sound
Class 10: Electrical apparatus for medical diagnosis
Class 11: Electrical apparatus for cooking foods
Class 21: Electrical apparatus for killing insects
Class 26: Electrical hair setting apparatus containing heated hair rollers
Class 28: Electrical amusement apparatus
Electric apparatus
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Electric apparatus for cleaning
Class 9: Electric apparatus for transmitting sound
Class 10: Electric apparatus for medical diagnosis
Class 11: Electric apparatus for cooking foods
Class 21: Electric apparatus for killing insects
Class 26: Electric hair setting apparatus containing heated hair rollers
Class 28: Electric amusement apparatus
Electronic apparatus
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Electronic apparatus for cleaning
Class 9: Electronic apparatus for transmitting sound
Class 10: Electronic apparatus for medical diagnosis
Class 11: Electronic apparatus for cooking foods
Class 21: Electronic apparatus for killing insects
Class 26: Electronic hair setting apparatus containing heated hair rollers
Class 28: Electronic amusement apparatus
Electronic machines
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Electric machines for industrial purposes
Class 9: Electronic machines for reading credit cards
Class 15: Electronic rhythm machines
Class 28: Electronic game machines
Electric machines
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Electric machines for cleaning
Class 9: Electric communications machines
Class 11: Electric coffee machines
Class 16: Electric pencil sharpening machines
Class 28: Electric games machines
Electrical machines
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Electrical machines for cleaning
Class 9: Electrical communications machines
Class 11: Electrical coffee machines
Class 16: Electrical pencil sharpening machines
Class 28: Electrical games machines
Enclosures
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Enclosures of metal for tombs
Class 9: Audio speaker enclosures
Class 11: Enclosures for showers
Class 19: Balcony enclosures, not of metal
Enzymes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Enzymes for scientific purposes
Class 5: Enzymes for medical or veterinary use
Essences
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Essences for skin care
Class 30: Edible essences for food (other than essential oils)
Class 32: Non-alcoholic essences for making beverages
Class 33: Alcoholic essences
Examination
Suggested Alternatives
Class 41: Educational examination
Class 44: Medical examination of individuals
Class 45: Polygraph examination
Examination services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 41: Educational examination services
Class 44: Medical examination services
Class 45: Polygraph examination services
Exhibition
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Arranging exhibitions for advertising purposes
Class 41: Arranging of exhibitions for educational purposes
Class 43: Provision of facilities for exhibitions
Exhibitions
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Arranging exhibitions for commercial or advertising purposes
Class 41: Arranging of exhibitions for educational purposes
Class 43: Provision of facilities for exhibitions
Organising exhibitions
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Organising exhibitions for commercial purposes
Class 41: Organising exhibitions for educational or cultural purposes
Organisation of exhibitions
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Organisation of exhibitions for commercial purposes
Class 41: Organisation of exhibitions for educational or cultural purposes
Arranging exhibitions
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Arranging exhibitions for commercial purposes
Class 41: Arranging exhibitions for educational or cultural purposes
Export services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Export agency services
Class 36: Export finance services
Class 39: Import and export cargo handling services
Exporting
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Export agency services
Class 36: Export finance services
Class 39: Export cargo handling services
Extermination
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Extermination in domestic settings
Class 44: Extermination for agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry
Extermination services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Extermination services in domestic settings
Class 44: Extermination services for agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry
Exterminating
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Exterminating in domestic settings
Class 44: Exterminating for agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry
Extracts
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Tea extracts for the food industry
Class 2: Dyewood extracts
Class 3: Extracts of perfumes
Class 5: Extracts of medicinal plants
Class 29: Meat extracts
Class 30: Spice extracts
Class 32: Extracts of hops for making beer
Class 33: Alcoholic extracts
F
Facings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Facings of metal for building
Class 19: Facings, not of metal, for building
Fans
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Fans for engines and motors
Class 9: Internal cooling fans for computers
Class 11: Ceiling fans
Class 20: Fans for personal use (non-electric)
Fasteners
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Door fasteners of metal
Class 12: License plate fasteners
Class 16: Paper fasteners (office requisites)
Class 18: Fasteners for saddles
Class 20: Door fasteners, not of metal
Class 26: Fasteners for clothing
Fastenings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Door fastenings of metal
Class 12: License plate fastenings
Class 16: Paper fastenings (office requisites)
Class 18: Fastenings for saddles
Class 20: Door fastenings, not of metal
Class 26: Fastenings for clothing
Ferments
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Ferments for chemical purposes
Class 5: Ferments for pharmaceutical purposes
Class 29: Milk ferments for culinary purposes
Class 30: Ferments for dough
Fibres
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Bast fibre pulp
Class 5: Dietary fibre
Class 9: Optical fibres
Class 17: Plastic fibres, other than for textile use
Class 21: Glass fibres (other than for textile use)
Class 22: Natural fibres for textile use
Class 22: Plastic fibres for textile use
Fibers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Bast fiber pulp
Class 5: Dietary fiber
Class 9: Optical fibers
Class 17: Plastic fibers, other than for textile use
Class 21: Glass fibers (other than for textile use)
Class 22: Natural fibers for textile use
Class 22: Plastic fibers for textile use
Figurines
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Figurines of common metal
Class 14: Figurines made from precious metals
Class 16: Figurines made from papier mâché
Class 17: Figurines made from rubber
Class 18: Figurines made from leather
Class 19: Figurines of stone
Class 20: Figurines made of plastics
Class 21: Figurines made of glass
Class 28: Figurines being toys
Figures
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Figures of common metal
Class 14: Figures made from gold
Class 16: Figurines made from cardboard
Class 17: Figures made from rubber
Class 18: Figures made from leather
Class 19: Figures of stone
Class 20: Figures made of plastics
Class 21: Figures made of glass
Class 28: Figures being toys
Filler
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Fillers for plastics
Class 5: Injectable dermal filler
Class 10: Bone void fillers comprised of artificial materials
Class 17: Fillers for expansion joints
Fillers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Fillers for plastics
Class 5: Injectable dermal filler
Class 10: Bone void fillers comprised of artificial materials
Class 17: Fillers for expansion joints
Filling
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Dental cement for fillings
Class 22: Fillings of down
Class 29: Fruit fillings
Fillings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Dental cement for fillings
Class 22: Fillings of down
Class 29: Fruit fillings
Film
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Unexposed films
Class 5: Adhesive films for medical use
Class 6: Films made of aluminium
Class 9: films bearing video recordings
Class 16: Adhesive plastic films for wrapping and packaging
Class 17: Plastic films for use in building
Films
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Unexposed films
Class 5: Adhesive films for medical use
Class 6: Films made of aluminium
Class 9: films bearing video recordings
Class 16: Adhesive plastic films for wrapping and packaging
Class 17: Plastic films for use in building
Filters
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Air filters for engines
Class 9: Optical filters
Class 10: Blood filters
Class 11: Water filters
Class 16: Paper coffee filters
Class 21: Tea filters
Class 24: Filters made of textile materials
Class 34: Cigarette filters
Finishes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Wood floor finishes
Class 19: Textured concrete finishes
Fittings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Furniture fittings of metal
Class 7: Spray fittings (parts of machines)
Class 9: Fittings for lights (switches)
Class 11: Bath fittings
Class 17: Non-metallic fittings for pipes
Class 18: Harness fittings
Class 20: Furniture fittings, not of metal
Class 25: Fittings of metal for footwear
Fitting services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Installation of fittings for buildings
Class 40: Custom manufacturing and fitting of wigs
Class 44: Eyeglass fitting services
Fitting
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Installation of fittings for buildings
Class 40: Custom manufacturing and fitting of wigs
Class 44: Eyeglass fitting services
Fixatives
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Histological fixatives
Class 2: Fixatives for colorants
Class 3: Fixatives for the hair
Fixtures
Suggested Alternatives
Class 11: Bath plumbing fixtures
Class 20: Shop fixtures (furniture)
Class 21: Towel racks (bathroom fixtures)
Flanges
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Flanges of metal (collars)
Class 12: Flanges for railway wheel tyres
Flavoring
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Flavoring for foodstuffs being essential oils
Class 30: Food flavoring, other than essential oils
Class 34: Flavoring, other than essential oils, for tobacco
Flavorings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Flavourings for foodstuffs being essential oils
Class 30: Food flavourings, other than essential oils
Class 34: Flavourings, other than essential oils, for tobacco
Flavouring
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Flavourings for foodstuffs being essential oils
Class 30: Food flavourings, other than essential oils
Class 34: Flavourings, other than essential oils, for tobacco
Flavourings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Flavourings for foodstuffs being essential oils
Class 30: Food flavourings, other than essential oils
Class 34: Flavourings, other than essential oils, for tobacco
Foam
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Fire fighting foam
Class 3: Foams for the bath
Class 5: Contraceptive foam
Class 17: Insulating polystyrene foam
Class 22: Stuffings of synthetic foam
Foams
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Fire fighting foams
Class 3: Foams for the bath
Class 5: Contraceptive foams
Class 17: Insulating polystyrene foams
Class 22: Stuffings of synthetic foams
Foil
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Foils of metal for use by painters
Class 3: Grinding foils
Class 6: Aluminium foil
Class 16: Polypropylene foil for wrapping
Class 17: Foils of metal for insulating
Class 26: Hair colouring foils
Class 28: Foils for fencing
Foils
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Foils of metal for use by painters
Class 3: Grinding foils
Class 6: Aluminium foil
Class 16: Polypropylene foil for wrapping
Class 17: Foils of metal for insulating
Class 26: Hair colouring foils
Class 28: Foils for fencing
Frames
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Frames of metal for building
Class 7: Spinning frames
Class 8: Frames for handsaws
Class 9: Frames for eyeglasses
Class 10: Walking frames for persons with disabilities
Class 11: Heating frames
Class 12: Frames for cycles
Class 15: Kettledrum frames
Class 18: Frames for bags
Class 19: Non-metal window frames
Class 20: Picture frames
Class 25: Hat frames (skeletons)
Class 26: Frames for crochet
G
Gas
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Gas for industrial use
Class 4: Gas for use as fuel
Class 5: Gas for dental use
Gases
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Gases for industrial use
Class 4: Gases for use as fuel
Class 5: Gases for dental use
Gates
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Gates of metal
Class 19: Gates, not of metal
Class 20: Baby gates
Gel
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Silica gel
Class 3: Cosmetic gel
Class 5: Medicated body gel
Class 30: Confectionery gel
Gels
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Silica gels
Class 3: Cosmetic gels
Class 5: Medicated body gels
Class 30: Confectionery gels
Ginger
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Preserved ginger
Class 30: Ground ginger
Class 31: Ginger, fresh
Glasses
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Optical glasses
Class 21: Drinking glasses
Glaze
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Glaze (paint, lacquers)
Class 3: Hair glaze
Class 30: Glaze for food
Glazes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Glazes (paint, lacquers)
Class 3: Hair glazes
Class 30: Glazes for food
Gloves
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Gloves impregnated with cosmetic moisturising cream
Class 9: Gloves for protection against accidents
Class 10: Gloves for medical use
Class 21: Gloves for domestic use
Class 24: Bath gloves
Class 25: Gloves (clothing)
Glue
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Glue for use in industry
Class 3: Hair piece bonding glue
Class 5: Surgical glue
Class 16: Adhesive glue for household purposes
Glues
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Glues for use in industry
Class 3: Hair piece bonding glues
Class 5: Surgical glues
Class 16: Adhesive glues for household purposes
Glue pots
Suggested Alternatives
Class 11: Glue pots, electric
Class 21: Glue pots, non-electric
Grease
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Anti-corrosive grease
Class 3: Grease for cosmetic purposes
Class 4: Industrial grease
Class 5: Grease for medical purposes
Greases
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Anti-corrosive greases
Class 3: Greases for cosmetic purposes
Class 4: Industrial grease
Class 5: Greases for medical purposes
Grills
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Grilles of metal for roads
Class 11: Barbecue grills
Class 12: Radiator grills for vehicles
Class 19: Grilles, not of metal, for ventilation openings
Class 21: Grills (cooking utensils)
Grilles
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Grilles of metal for roads
Class 11: Barbecue grills
Class 12: Radiator grills for vehicles
Class 19: Grilles, not of metal, for ventilation openings
Class 21: Grills (cooking utensils)
Grips
Suggested Alternatives
Class 12: Handlebar grips for bicycles
Class 16: Pen grips
Class 18: Grips for holding shopping bags
Class 26: Hair grips
Class 28: Golf club grips
Grommets
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal grommets
Class 17: Grommets made of rubber
Class 20: Grommets made of plastics materials
Guard
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Guard barriers of metal
Class 7: Guards (parts of machines)
Class 9: Head guards for sports
Class 10: Finger guards for medical use
Class 12: Chain guards for bicycles
Class 13: Trigger guards for rifles
Class 19: Guard rails, not of metal
Class 20: Bumper guards for cots, other than bed linen
Class 25: Rash guards
Class 28: Knee guards (sports articles)
Guards
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Guard barriers of metal
Class 7: Guards (parts of machines)
Class 9: Head guards for sports
Class 10: Finger guards for medical use
Class 12: Chain guards for bicycles
Class 13: Trigger guards for rifles
Class 19: Guard rails, not of metal
Class 20: Bumper guards for cots, other than bed linen
Class 25: Rash guards
Class 28: Knee guards (sports articles)
Gums
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Gums (adhesives), for industrial purposes
Class 2: Gum resins
Class 5: Nicotine gums for use as an aid to stop smoking
Class 16: Gums (adhesives) for stationery or household use
Class 17: Gums, raw or semi-worked
Class 30: Chewing gums (not medicated)
Gum
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Gum (adhesives), for industrial purposes
Class 2: Gum resins
Class 5: Nicotine gum for use as an aid to stop smoking
Class 16: Gum for packing
Class 17: Gum, raw or semi-worked
Class 30: Chewing gum (not medicated)
H
Hammers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Electric hammers
Class 8: Hammers (hand tools)
Class 10: Reflex hammers
Class 13: Hammers for guns
Class 28: Hammers for sports
Handles
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal door handles
Class 8: Handles for hand-operated hand tools
Class 16: Handles for paint brushes
Class 18: Handles for canes
Class 20: Door handles, not of metal
Class 21: Handles for brooms
Class 28: Handles for fishing rods
Hangers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Bag hangers of metal
Class 7: Hangers (parts of machines)
Class 20: Clothes hangers
Class 21: Clothes drying hangers
Hardware
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal hardware for buildings
Class 9: Computer hardware
Class 20: Plastic hardware for blinds
Herbs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Bath herbs, not for medical use
Class 5: Herbs for medicinal purposes
Class 30: Dried herbs (seasonings)
Class 31: Fresh herbs
Class 34: Herbs for smoking
Hire services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Hire of advertising billboards
Class 37: Hire of construction machinery
Class 38: Hire of communications apparatus
Class 39: Car hire services
Class 40: Hire of electrical generators
Class 41: Hire of sports facilities
Class 42: Computer hire
Class 43: Temporary room hire
Class 45: Hire of clothing
Hiring services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Hire of advertising billboards
Class 37: Hire of construction machinery
Class 38: Hire of communications apparatus
Class 39: Car hire services
Class 40: Hire of electrical generators
Class 41: Hire of sports facilities
Class 42: Computer hire
Class 43: Temporary room hire
Class 45: Hire of clothing
Holder
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Sign holders of metal
Class 7: Holders for machine tools
Class 8: Holders for hand tools
Class 9: Holders adapted for mobile phones
Class 10: Holders for feeding bottles
Class 11: Lamp holders
Class 12: Cup holders for vehicles
Class 14: Key holders
Class 15: Holders for musical instrument
Class 16: Document holders (stationery)
Class 18: Card holders (wallets)
Class 20: Holders for display material (furniture)
Class 21: Candle holders
Class 24: Textile curtain holders
Class 26: Suspender holders (fasteners)
Class 28: Ball holders
Class 34: Cigar holders
Holders
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Sign holders of metal
Class 7: Holders for machine tools
Class 8: Holders for hand tools
Class 9: Holders adapted for mobile phones
Class 10: Holders for feeding bottles
Class 11: Lamp holders
Class 12: Cup holders for vehicles
Class 14: Key holders
Class 15: Holders for musical instrument
Class 16: Document holders (stationery)
Class 18: Card holders (wallets)
Class 20: Holders for display material (furniture)
Class 21: Candle holders
Class 24: Textile curtain holders
Class 26: Suspender holders (fasteners)
Class 28: Ball holders
Class 34: Cigar holders
Hoods
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Hoods (parts of machines)
Class 9: Lens hoods
Class 11: Cooker hoods
Class 12: Hoods for vehicles
Class 21: Aquarium hoods
Class 25: Hoods (clothing)
Hooks
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Clothes hooks of metal
Class 8: Bill-hooks
Class 12: Tow hooks
Class 20: Curtain hooks
Class 26: Crochet hooks
Class 28: Fish hooks
Hoops
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Cask hoops of metal
Class 20: Barrel hoops, not of metal
Class 28: Hoops for children
Horns
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Horns for loudspeakers
Class 12: Horns for cars
Class 13: Powder horns
Class 15: Horns being musical instruments
Class 20: Animal horns
Class 21: Shoe horns
Class 28: Toy horns
Hoses
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Industrial metal hoses
Class 7: Flexible hoses being parts of machines
Class 9: Fire hoses
Class 11: Shower hoses
Class 17: Garden hoses
Hospitality
Suggested Alternatives
Class 41: Hospitality services (entertainment)
Class 43: Hospitality services being the provision of food and drink
Hot pots
Suggested Alternatives
Class 11: Hot pots, electric
Class 21: Hot pots, non-electric
Digital imaging services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 41: Digital imaging services (editing of images)
Class 42: Digital imaging services (digitisation and scanning of images)
Frying pans
Suggested Alternatives
Class 11: Frying pans, electric
Class 21: Frying pans, non-electric
I
Information
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Providing business information
Class 36: Providing financial information
Class 41: Providing educational information
Class 42: Providing scientific information
Class 44: Providing medical information
Class 45: Providing legal information
Information services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Providing business information
Class 36: Providing financial information
Class 41: Providing educational information
Class 42: Providing scientific information
Class 44: Providing medical information
Class 45: Providing legal information
Providing information
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Providing business information
Class 36: Providing financial information
Class 41: Providing educational information
Class 42: Providing scientific information
Class 44: Providing medical information
Class 45: Providing legal information
Infusions
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Herbal infusions for medicinal use
Class 30: Herbal infusions (other than for medicinal use)
Inlets
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Water inlets (valves of metal) for water pipes
Class 7: Air inlets (parts of machines, engines or motors)
Class 11: Air inlets (vents) for vehicles
Class 20: Water inlets (valves of plastic) for water pipes
Class 7: Cutting inserts for machine tools
Class 8: Cutting inserts for use with hand tools
Class 9: Inserts for breathing masks, other than for medical use
Class 10: Orthopaedic inserts for footwear
Class 11: Fireplace inserts
Class 12: Tyre mousse inserts
Class 20: Plastic inserts (trays) for tool boxes
Class 25: Inserts for footwear (other than orthopaedic)
Inspections
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Inspection of automobiles and their parts prior to maintenance and repair
Class 39: Inspection of goods before transport
Class 42: Inspection of goods for quality control
Class 45: Inspection of factories for safety purposes
Inspection services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Inspection of automobiles and their parts prior to maintenance and repair
Class 39: Inspection of goods before transport
Class 42: Inspection of goods for quality control
Class 45: Inspection of factories for safety purposes
Instruments
Suggested Alternatives
Class 8: Abrading instruments, hand operated
Class 9: Instruments for scientific research in laboratories
Class 10: Instruments for dental use
Class 11: Air purifying instruments
Class 12: Alarm instruments for vehicles
Class 14: Chronometric instruments
Class 15: Musical instruments
Class 16: Drawing instruments
Class 21: Cleaning instruments, hand-operated
Class 28: Toy musical instruments
Internet cafes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 38: Internet cafe services being the provision of telecommunications access to the internet
Class 42: Internet cafe services (computer rental)
Class 43: Internet cafe services (provision of food and drink prepared for consumption)
Internet cafe services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 38: Internet cafe services being the provision of telecommunications access to the internet
Class 42: Internet cafe services (computer rental)
Class 43: Internet cafe services (provision of food and drink prepared for consumption)
Internet portals
Suggested Alternatives
Class 38: Internet portal services (providing user access to a global computer network)
Class 42: Internet portal services (designing or hosting)
Internet portal services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 38: Internet portal services (providing user access to a global computer network)
Class 42: Internet portal services (designing or hosting)
Investigations
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Business investigations
Class 36: Financial investigations
Class 42: Geotechnical investigations
Class 45: Criminal investigations
Investigation services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Business investigation services
Class 36: Financial investigation services
Class 42: Geotechnical investigation services
Class 45: Criminal investigation services
J
Jacks
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Jacks (machines)
Class 8: Hand operated lifting jacks
Class 9: Jack cables
Class 11: Roasting jacks
Class 21: Boot jacks
Jelly
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Petroleum jelly for cosmetic purposes
Class 4: Petroleum jelly for industrial purposes
Class 29: Fruit jelly spreads
Class 30: Flavoured jelly crystals for making jelly confectionery
Jellies
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Petroleum jelly for cosmetic purposes
Class 4: Petroleum jelly for industrial purposes
Class 29: Fruit jelly spreads
Class 30: Flavoured jelly crystals for making jelly confectionery
Joints
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Joints of metal for pipes
Class 7: Joints (parts of engines)
Class 10: Artificial joints
Class 17: Non-metallic joints for pipes
Class 19: Expansion joints, not of metal
Jointing
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Jointing of metal for pipes
Class 17: Non-metallic jointing for pipes
Joysticks
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: joysticks being parts of machines, other than for game machines
Class 9: Computer joysticks
Class 12: vehicle joysticks
Class 28: joysticks for computer and video games
Juice
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Vegetable juices for cooking
Class 32: Fruit juice beverages
K
Keyboards
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: keyboards for computers
Class 15: Keyboard musical instruments
Class 20: Keyboards for hanging keys
Class 28: Gaming keyboards
Keys
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Keys of metal
Class 8: Hex keys
Class 9: Electronic keys
Class 15: Keys for musical instruments
Class 20: Plastic keys
Kits
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Make-up kits
Class 5: Filled first aid kits
Class 8: Shaving kits
Class 9: Hands-free kits for telephones
Class 11: Electrically heated home brewing kits
Class 12: Puncture repair kits comprised primarily of adhesive rubber patches for repairing inner tubes and tyre mousse inserts for bicycle tyres
Class 16: Arts and crafts paint kits (school supplies)
Class 19: Prefabricated houses (kits), not of metal
Class 20: Furniture (ready-to-assemble) sold as kits
Class 21: Non-electric home brewing kits
Class 26: Sewing kits
Class 28: Toy model kits
L
Labels
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Labels of metal
Class 9: Electronic labels
Class 10: Temperature indicator labels for medical use
Class 16: Labels of paper
Class 18: Labels of leather
Class 20: Labels of plastic
Class 24: Labels of textile
Lactose
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Lactose for industrial purposes
Class 5: Lactose for medical purposes
Ladders
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Ladders of metal
Class 9: Fire escape ladders
Class 20: Non-metallic ladders
Class 22: Rope ladders
Laminate
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Aluminium foil paper laminate
Class 16: Paper laminate
Class 19: Timber laminate
Laminates
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Aluminium foil paper laminates
Class 16: Laminates of paper
Class 19: Wood laminates
Landscaping
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Construction services relating to landscaping
Class 44: Landscape architectural services
Class 44: Landscape gardening
Lanyards
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Lanyards (straps) for mobile phones
Class 13: Firing lanyards for explosives
Class 14: Lanyards for holding keys
Class 16: Lanyards for holding paper cards
Class 28: Lanyards adapted for use in fly fishing
Lead
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Lead oxide
Class 2: Lead in powder form for use in painting, decorating, printing and art
Class 6: Lead, unwrought or semi-wrought
Class 16: Pencil lead
Leads
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Battery leads
Class 18: Leads for animals
Lecithin
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Lecithin for use in manufacture
Class 5: Lecithin for medical purposes
Class 29: Lecithin for culinary purposes
Lids
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Lids of metal
Class 11: Toilet seat lids
Class 20: Lids for jars, not of metal
Class 21: Pot lids
Liners
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Liners (cosmetics) for the eyes
Class 5: Nappy liners
Class 11: Fitted liners for baths
Class 12: Fitted liners for the cargo area of vehicles
Class 16: Bin liners of paper
Class 20: Sink liners
Class 21: Liners adapted for pet litter trays
Class 22: Plastic liners for the transport of bulk material in containers
Class 24: Sleeping bag liners
Class 25: Jacket liners
Lining
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Lining materials for dental use
Class 6: Linings of metal for building
Class 7: Brake linings for machines
Class 11: Bath linings, fitted
Class 12: Brake linings for vehicles
Class 16: Lining paper
Class 17: Clutch linings
Class 19: Linings, not of metal, for building
Class 24: Linings (textile)
Class 25: Ready-made linings for clothing
Class 27: Padded linings for existing floors
Linings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Lining materials for dental use
Class 6: Linings of metal for building
Class 7: Brake linings for machines
Class 11: Bath linings, fitted
Class 12: Brake linings for vehicles
Class 16: Lining paper
Class 17: Clutch linings
Class 19: Linings, not of metal, for building
Class 24: Linings (textile)
Class 25: Ready-made linings for clothing
Class 27: Padded linings for existing floors
Lobbying services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Commercial lobbying services
Class 45: Lobbying services relating to legislation and regulation
Lobbying
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Commercial lobbying services
Class 45: Lobbying services relating to legislation and regulation
Logistics
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Logistics being business management of logistics for others
Class 39: Logistics (transport, packaging, and storage of goods)
Logistics services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Logistics services being business management of logistics for others
Class 39: Logistics services (transport, packaging, and storage of goods)
Lotion
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Lotion for cosmetic purposes
Class 5: Lotion for pharmaceutical purposes
Lotions
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Lotions for cosmetic purposes
Class 5: Lotions for pharmaceutical purposes
Louvres
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Louvres made of metal
Class 11: Lighting louvres
Class 12: Sun louvres of metal for vehicles
Class 19: Architectural louvres of non-metallic materials
Class 20: Louvre blinds (indoor)
M
Magnetic equipment
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Magnetic conveyors
Class 9: Magnetic data carriers
Class 9: Magnets
Class 10: Magnetic field generators for medical use
Class 11: Magnetic induction lighting
Class 16: Magnetic boards
Magnetic instruments
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Magnetic conveyors
Class 9: Magnetic data carriers
Class 9: Magnets
Class 10: Magnetic field generators for medical use
Class 11: Magnetic induction lighting
Class 16: Magnetic boards
Magnetic apparatus
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Magnetic conveyors
Class 9: Magnetic data carriers
Class 9: Magnets
Class 10: Magnetic field generators for medical use
Class 11: Magnetic induction lighting
Class 16: Magnetic boards
Management
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Business management
Class 36: Financial management
Class 36: Property management
Class 37: On site building project management
Class 45: Industrial property (intellectual property) management
Management services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Business management services
Class 36: Financial management services
Class 36: Property management services
Class 37: On site building project management services
Class 45: Industrial property (intellectual property) management services
Markers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Colorants for the restoration of furniture in the form of markers
Class 6: Metal plant markers
Class 9: Safety markers
Class 16: Marker pens
Class 20: Plant marks of plastic
Class 21: Glass markers
Class 28: Markers for golf balls
Masks
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Masks for moisturizing the skin
Class 9: Masks for protection against dust
Class 10: Face masks for medical purposes
Class 18: Face masks for equines
Class 25: Eye masks
Class 28: Masks (playthings)
Class 28: Face masks for sports
Face masks
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Face masks for moisturizing the skin
Class 9: Face masks for protection against dust
Class 10: Face masks for medical purposes
Class 18: Face masks for equines
Class 28: Face masks (playthings)
Class 28: Face masks for sports
Mastic
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Mastic for car bodies
Class 2: Mastic (natural resin)
Class 5: Dental mastic
Class 17: Insulating mastic
Class 17: Mastic for sealing joints
Class 19: Asphalt-based roofing mastic
Mastics
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Mastics for car bodies
Class 2: Mastics (natural resins)
Class 5: Dental mastics
Class 17: Insulating mastics
Class 17: Mastics for sealing joints
Class 19: Asphalt-based roofing mastics
Masts
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Masts of metal
Class 9: Masts for aerials
Class 12: Masts for boats
Class 19: Masts, not of metal
Class 28: Masts for sailboards
Materials
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Unprocessed plastic materials in powder, liquid or paste form
Class 3: Materials for use in blast cleaning
Class 5: Materials for dressing wounds
Class 6: Metal building materials
Class 16: Artists' materials
Class 17: Insulating materials
Class 17: Jointing materials
Class 19: Non-metallic materials for building
Class 22: Padding materials, not of rubber, plastics, paper or cardboard
Meals
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Prepared meals, predominantly of meat or vegetables
Class 30: Meals made predominantly from rice, pasta or noodles
Mechanisms
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal locking mechanisms
Class 7: Control mechanisms for engines or motors
Class 9: Mechanisms for coin-operated apparatus
Class 12: Propulsion mechanisms for land vehicles
Class 14: Clock mechanisms
Membranes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Bacterial membranes for medical use
Class 9: Acoustic membranes used in sound recording or reproducing apparatus
Class 10: Artificial tympanic membranes
Class 11: Membranes for watering filtering apparatus
Class 17: Insulating waterproofing membranes
Class 19: Non-metallic roofing membranes
Mentoring
Suggested Alternatives
Class 41: Mentoring (training)
Class 45: Mentoring (spiritual)
Meshes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal wire meshes
Class 10: Surgical meshes comprised primarily of artificial materials
Class 16: Plastic meshes for packaging and wrapping
Class 19: Reinforcing meshes made of textile fibres for construction purposes
Class 24: Webbing tensioning meshes for upholstery
Mesh
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal wire mesh
Class 10: Surgical mesh comprised primarily of artificial materials
Class 16: Plastic mesh for packaging and wrapping
Class 19: Reinforcing mesh made of textile fibres for construction purposes
Class 24: Webbing tensioning mesh for upholstery
Mice
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Computer mice
Class 28: Gaming mice
Minerals
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Non-metallic minerals for use in manufacture
Class 3: Blast cleaning media comprising crushed minerals
Class 4: Mineral fuel
Class 5: Food supplements consisting of minerals
Class 19: Non-metallic minerals for use in building
Miniatures
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Miniature car models (ornaments) of common metal
Class 14: Miniature car models (ornaments) of precious metal
Class 16: Miniature car models (ornaments) of paper
Class 20: Miniature car models (ornaments) of plastic
Class 20: Miniature car models (ornaments) of wood
Class 21: Miniature figurines (earthenware)
Class 21: Miniature figurines (glass)
Class 21: Miniature figurines (porcelain)
Class 28: Miniatures for use in games
Mitts
Suggested Alternatives
Class 21: Mitts of fabric for cleaning
Class 24: Bath mitts
Class 28: Baseball mitts
Mixes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Soil mixes (compost, animal manure and fertilisers)
Class 5: Meal replacement drink mixes for medical purposes
Class 19: Cement mixes
Class 29: Soup mixes
Class 30: Cake mixes
Class 32: Mixes for making smoothies
Mixtures
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Soil mixtures (compost, animal manure and fertilisers)
Class 4: Gas mixtures (fuels)
Class 5: Gas mixtures for medical use
Class 19: Dry building mixtures
Class 29: Mixtures for making milkshakes
Class 30: Flour mixtures
Class 31: Feed mixtures for animals
Models
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Models (ornaments) of common metal
Class 9: Anatomical training models [teaching apparatus]
Class 14: Ornamental models made of precious metal
Class 16: Models (ornaments) made of paper
Class 19: Models (ornaments) made of marble
Class 19: Models (ornaments) made of stone
Class 20: Models (ornaments) made of plastic
Class 20: Models (ornaments) made of wax
Class 20: Models (ornaments) made of wood
Class 21: Models (ornaments) made of earthenware
Class 21: Models (ornaments) made of glass
Class 21: Models (ornaments) made of porcelain
Class 28: Models being toys
Modules
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Prefabricated modules of metal
Class 9: Power modules
Class 19: Non-metallic storage modules (structures)
Monitoring services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Market demand monitoring services
Class 36: Monitoring of investment portfolios
Class 39: Monitoring of package shipments
Class 42: Monitoring of computer system operation by remote access
Class 44: Monitoring of patients
Class 45: Monitoring of alarms
Class 45: Monitoring intellectual property rights for legal advisory purposes
Monitoring
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Market demand monitoring services
Class 36: Monitoring of investment portfolios
Class 39: Monitoring of package shipments
Class 42: Monitoring of computer system operation by remote access
Class 44: Monitoring of patients
Class 45: Monitoring of alarms
Class 45: Monitoring intellectual property rights for legal advisory purposes
Moulds
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal moulds for casting, other than machine parts
Class 7: Moulds (parts of machines)
Class 16: Moulds for modelling clays (artists' materials)
Class 17: Vulcanite moulds
Class 19: Foundry moulds, not of metal
Class 20: Plastics moulds for making soap
Class 21: Moulds (kitchen utensils)
Molds
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal molds for casting, other than machine parts
Class 7: Molds (parts of machines)
Class 16: Molds for modelling clays (artists' materials)
Class 17: Vulcanite molds
Class 19: Foundry molds, not of metal
Class 20: Plastics molds for making soap
Class 21: Molds (kitchen utensils)
Mouldings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Moulding wax for dentists
Class 6: Mouldings made of metal for building
Class 16: Moulding preparations for modelling (artists' materials)
Class 17: Mouldings of plastics for packing
Class 19: Mouldings, not of metal, for building
Class 20: Non-metallic mouldings for furniture
Class 21: Moulds (kitchen utensils)
Class 37: Moulding of concrete for construction purposes
Class 40: Moulding of metals
Moldings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Moulding wax for dentists
Class 6: Mouldings made of metal for building
Class 16: Moulding preparations for modelling (artists' materials)
Class 17: Mouldings of plastics for packing
Class 19: Mouldings, not of metal, for building
Class 20: Non-metallic mouldings for furniture
Class 21: Moulds (kitchen utensils)
Class 37: Moulding of concrete for construction purposes
Class 40: Moulding of metals
Mounts
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Engine mounts, other than for land vehicles
Class 9: Mobile phone mounts for use in vehicles
Class 12: Towing hook mounts
Class 16: Mounts for pictures
Mountings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Eyeglass mountings
Class 11: Wall mountings adapted for use with wash hand basins
Class 12: Towing hook mountings
Class 20: Brush mountings
Mouses
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Computer mouses
Class 28: Gaming mouses
Mouse
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Computer mouse
Class 28: Gaming mouse
Mousse
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Hair mousse
Class 29: Mousse (savoury)
Class 30: Mousse (confectionery)
Mousses
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Hair mousses
Class 29: Mousses (savoury)
Class 30: Mousses (confectionery)
Mouthpieces
Suggested Alternatives
Class 15: Mouthpieces for musical instruments
Class 34: Mouthpieces for cigarette holders
Mouth pieces
Suggested Alternatives
Class 15: Mouth pieces for musical instruments
Class 34: Mouth pieces for cigarette holders
Mud
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Drilling mud
Class 3: Body mud for cosmetic purposes
Class 5: Mud for baths
Class 28: Baseball and softball rubbing mud
Muds
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Drilling muds
Class 3: Body muds for cosmetic purposes
Class 5: Medicinal muds
Mulch
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Mulch for soil enrichment (fertiliser)
Class 17: Mulching film
Class 31: Straw mulch
N
Nails
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: False nails
Class 6: Metal nails
Class 20: Nails, not of metal
Napkins
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Sanitary napkins
Class 16: Paper napkins
Class 24: Textile napkins (table linen)
News services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: News clipping services
Class 38: Transmission of news
Class 41: News reporting services
Nuts
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal nuts
Class 20: Nuts, not of metal
Class 29: Nuts, prepared
Class 30: Chocolate covered nuts
Class 31: Nuts, unprocessed
O
Oils
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Oils for the preservation of food
Class 2: Oils for the preservation of wood
Class 3: Body oils
Class 4: Oils for engines
Class 5: Medicinal oils
Class 17: Insulating oils
Class 29: Edible oils
Oil
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Oil for the preservation of food
Class 2: Oil for the preservation of wood
Class 3: Body oil
Class 4: Oil for engines
Class 5: Medicinal oil solutions
Class 17: Insulating oil
Class 29: Edible oil
Ointment
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Non-medicated ointment for moisturising the skin
Class 5: Medicinal ointment
Ointments
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Non-medicated ointments for moisturising the skin
Class 5: Medicinal ointments
Online services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Online data processing services
Class 35: Online retail services
Class 36: Online banking services
Class 38: Providing online forums
Class 41: Provision of online training
Class 41: Providing online videos, not downloadable
Class 42: Online provision of web-based software (non-downloadable)
Class 45: Online social networking services
Openers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Door openers of metal, non-electric
Class 7: Electric door openers
Class 8: Can openers, non-electric
Class 16: Letter openers
Class 20: Door openers, not of metal, non-electric
Class 21: Bottle openers
Ornaments
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Models (ornaments) made of common metal
Class 14: Ornamental articles of precious metal
Class 16: Models (ornaments) made of paper
Class 19: Ornaments made of stone
Class 20: Ornaments made of plastics
Class 20: Ornaments made of plaster
Class 20: Ornaments made of wax
Class 20: Ornaments made of wood
Class 21: Ornaments made of ceramics
Class 21: Ornaments made of earthenware
Class 21: Ornaments made of glass
Class 26: Hair ornaments
Class 26: Ornaments for clothing (not of precious metal)
Class 28: Ornaments for Christmas trees (not edible and not lights)
Outlets
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Pipe outlets of metal
Class 9: Electric socket outlets
Class 11: Outlets being parts of sanitary installations
Class 17: Pipe outlets, not of metal
Class 20: Water outlets (valves of plastic) for water pipes
P
Packaging
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Packaging containers of metal
Class 16: Packaging materials made of paper
Class 16: Packaging materials made of plastic
Class 17: Packaging bags of rubber
Class 18: Packaging bags of leather
Class 20: Packaging containers of plastic
Class 20: Packaging containers made of wood
Class 22: Packaging bags of textile
Packing
Suggested Alternatives
Class 16: Packing (cushioning, stuffing) materials of paper or cardboard
Class 17: Packing (cushioning, stuffing) materials of rubber or plastics
Class 22: Packing (cushioning, stuffing) materials, not of rubber, plastics, paper or cardboard
Packs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Facial packs (cosmetic)
Class 9: Battery packs
Class 10: Cold packs for medical purposes
Class 16: Plastic bubble packs (for wrapping or packaging)
Class 18: Waist packs
Class 21: Cold packs for chilling food
Padding
Suggested Alternatives
Class 10: Padding for orthopaedic casts
Class 16: Padding materials of paper or cardboard
Class 17: Padding materials of rubber or plastics
Class 22: Padding materials made of fibrous material
Class 27: Carpet padding
Class 28: Protective padding for playing sports
Padding materials
Suggested Alternatives
Class 16: Padding materials of paper or cardboard
Class 17: Padding materials of rubber or plastics
Class 22: Padding materials made of fibrous material
Pads
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Cotton pads for cosmetic use
Class 5: Eye pads for medical use
Class 5: Sanitary pads
Class 7: Anti-friction pads for machines
Class 9: Mouse pads
Class 9: knee pads for workers
Class 10: Heating pads, electric, for medical purposes
Class 11: Heating pads, electric, not for medical purposes
Class 12: Brake pads for vehicles
Class 16: Art pads
Class 17: Non-slip pads of rubber
Class 20: Mattress pads
Class 21: Scouring pads
Class 25: Pads for shoes (other than orthopaedic)
Class 28: Elbow pads for sports use
Panelling
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Modular wall panelling of metal
Class 12: Panelling for vehicle doors
Class 19: Wood panelling
Panels
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Building panels of metal
Class 9: Touch panels
Class 11: Solar panels for use in heating
Class 12: Body panels for vehicles
Class 16: Canvas panels for artists
Class 17: Soundproofing panels
Class 19: Building panels, not of metal
Class 20: Furniture panels
Paper hats
Suggested Alternatives
Class 25: Paper hats (clothing)
Class 28: Paper hats (party novelties)
Partitions
Class 6: Partitions of metal for building purposes
Class 19: Partitions being building materials, not of metal
Class 20: Mobile partitions (furniture)
Partitioning
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Partitioning of metal for building purposes
Class 19: Partitioning being building materials, not of metal
Class 20: Mobile partitioning (furniture)
Paste
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Thermal paste
Class 2: Paste for use in dyeing
Class 3: Paste for teeth cleaning
Class 16: Paste for stationery or household purposes
Class 29: Meat paste
Class 30: Curry paste
Pastes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Thermal pastes
Class 2: Pastes for use in dyeing
Class 3: Pastes for teeth cleaning
Class 16: Pastes for stationery or household purposes
Class 29: Meat pastes
Class 30: Curry pastes
Patches
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Repositionable paint patches
Class 3: Gel eye patches for cosmetic purposes
Class 5: Adhesive patches containing pharmaceutical preparations
Class 10: Cooling patches for medical purposes
Class 12: Patches for repairing tyres
Class 26: Patches for use in the repair of clothing
Pegs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Pegs of metal
Class 15: Pegs for musical instruments
Class 20: Pegs, not of metal
Class 21: Clothes-pegs
Pellets
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Unprocessed plastics in the form of pellets
Class 4: Fuel pellets
Class 17: Extruded polystyrene pellets
Class 19: Mineral pellets for use in the building industry
Class 30: Salt pellets for preserving foodstuffs
Class 31: Pelleted animal feed
Class 32: Hop pellets for use in brewing
Pest control services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Pest control services in domestic settings
Class 44: Pest control services for agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry
Pest control
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Pest control in domestic settings
Class 44: Pest control for agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry
Pest extermination services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Pest extermination services in domestic settings
Class 44: Pest extermination services (for agriculture, horticulture and forestry)
Pest extermination
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Pest extermination in domestic settings
Class 44: Pest extermination (for agriculture, horticulture and forestry)
Pest exterminating services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Pest exterminating services in domestic settings
Class 44: Pest exterminating services (for agriculture, horticulture and forestry)
Pest exterminating
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Pest exterminating in domestic settings
Class 44: Pest exterminating (for agriculture, horticulture and forestry)
Photographs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Downloadable digital photographs
Class 16: Printed photographs
Photos
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Downloadable digital photos
Class 16: Printed photos
Pillars
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Pillars of metal for building
Class 19: Pillars, not of metal, for building
Pins
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Pins [metal hardware]
Class 10: Pins for artificial teeth
Class 12: Vehicle bonnet pins
Class 14: Pins (jewellery)
Class 16: Pins (stationery)
Class 20: Curtain pins
Class 21: Clothes pins
Class 26: Pins for the hair
Pipes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Rigid pipes of metal
Class 7: Flexible pipes being parts of machines
Class 11: Pipes (parts of sanitary installations)
Class 15: Pipes (musical instruments)
Class 17: Flexible hose pipes of rubber
Class 19: Rigid pipes, not of metal, for building
Class 34: Tobacco pipes
Planning services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Business planning services
Class 36: Financial planning services
Class 41: Party planning services
Class 42: Town planning services
Class 44: Family planning services
Class 45: Wedding ceremony planning services
Planning
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Business planning
Class 36: Financial planning
Class 41: Party planning
Class 42: Town planning
Class 44: Family planning
Class 45: Planning of wedding ceremonies
Plaques
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Common metal commemorative plaques
Class 14: Commemorative plaques made of precious metal
Class 19: Memorial plaques made of marble
Class 20: Wall plaques made of plastics
Class 21: Plaques of porcelain
Platforms
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Prefabricated metal platforms
Class 7: Lifting platforms
Class 9: Computer software platforms, recorded or downloadable
Class 13: Firing platforms (weapons)
Class 19: Platforms, prefabricated, not of metal
Class 20: Wall mounted baby changing platforms
Plugs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal plugs for baths
Class 7: Spark plugs for engines
Class 9: Electric plugs
Class 13: Detonating plugs
Class 17: Rubber plugs for baths
Class 20: Wall plugs, not of metal
Poles
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Poles of metal
Class 9: Microphone boom poles
Class 10: Assist poles for lifting patients
Class 18: Hiking poles
Class 19: Poles of plastic for building
Class 20: Curtain poles
Class 28: Poles for fishing
Pools
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Swimming pools (metal structures)
Class 19: Swimming pools (structures, not of metal)
Class 28: Swimming pools (play articles) being inflatable pools
Portfolios
Suggested Alternatives
Class 16: Portfolios being stationery cases for holding documents
Class 18: Portfolios (briefcases)
Posts
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Posts of metal
Class 11: Lamp posts
Class 19: Concrete posts
Class 20: Scratching posts for cats
Powder
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Plastics in the form of powder
Class 2: Paint in powder form
Class 3: Cosmetic face powder
Class 4: Wax powder for industrial purposes
Class 5: Medicated baby powder
Class 6: Common metals in powder form
Class 13: Explosive powder
Class 29: Powder for making milk shakes
Class 30: Curry powder
Class 32: Powder for effervescing beverages
Powders
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Plastics in the form of powders
Class 2: Paint powders
Class 3: Cosmetic face powders
Class 4: Wax powders for industrial purposes
Class 5: Medicated baby powders
Class 6: Common metal powders
Class 13: Explosive powders
Class 29: Powders for making milk shakes
Class 30: Curry powders
Class 32: Powders for effervescing beverages
Preparation of reports
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Preparation of business reports
Class 36: Preparation of financial reports
Class 38: Preparation of reports relating to communications
Class 39: Preparation of reports relating to transportation
Class 42: Preparation of engineering reports
Class 44: Preparation of reports relating to medical matters
Class 45: Preparation of legal reports
Prepared meals
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Prepared meals consisting primarily of meat, fish, poultry or vegetables
Class 30: Prepared meals consisting principally of pasta or rice
Preservative
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Chemical preservative for food
Class 2: Rust preservative in the nature of a coating
Class 3: Leather preservative
Preservatives
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Chemical preservatives for food
Class 2: Rust preservatives in the nature of a coating
Class 3: Leather preservatives
Presses
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Drill presses being machines
Class 8: Hand operated drill presses
Class 11: Tortilla presses, electric
Class 16: Stapling presses (office requisites)
Class 21: Garlic presses
Processing
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Data processing services
Class 36: Payment processing services
Class 40: Waste processing services
Processing services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Data processing services
Class 36: Payment processing services
Class 40: Waste processing services
Production
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Production of commercials
Class 40: Production of electricity
Class 41: Production of music
Production services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Production services for commercials
Class 40: Electricity production services
Class 41: Music production services
Profiles
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Shaped profiles made of metal
Class 17: Synthetic rubber profiles for use as decorative edge trims for vehicles
Class 19: Deck profiles, not of metal
Props
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Props of metal
Class 10: Toe props for orthopaedic purposes
Class 19: Props, not of metal
Protectors
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Sun protectors for lips (cosmetics)
Class 6: Tree protectors of metal
Class 9: Surge protectors
Class 10: Mattress protectors for incontinence
Class 12: Headlight protectors for vehicles
Class 20: Tree protectors, not of metal
Class 24: Mattress protectors (other than incontinence)
Class 25: Heel protectors for boots and shoes
Class 28: Shin protectors for sports use
Protein
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Proteins for use in manufacture
Class 5: Protein dietary supplements
Class 29: Formed textured vegetable protein for use as a meat substitute
Class 31: Protein-enriched feed for animal consumption
Proteins
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Proteins for use in manufacture
Class 5: Protein dietary supplements
Class 29: Formed textured vegetable protein for use as a meat substitute
Class 31: Protein-enriched feed for animal consumption
Provision of facilities
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Provision of office facilities being the provision of access to office equipment
Class 36: Provision of credit facilities
Class 37: Provision of laundry facilities
Class 38: Provision of facilities for radio reception and transmission
Class 39: Provision of car parking facilities
Class 41: Provision of sports facilities
Class 43: Provision of conference facilities
Class 44: Provision of medical facilities
Publications
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Electronic publications (downloadable)
Class 16: Printed publications
Class 41: Providing online electronic publications, not downloadable
Pulp
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Cellulose pulp (raw material)
Class 29: Fruit pulp
Class 30: Vegetable pulps (sauces)
Pulps
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Cellulose pulp (raw material)
Class 29: Fruit pulp
Class 30: Vegetable pulps (sauces)
Class 31: Starch pulp for animal consumption
Pumps
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Pumps (machines)
Class 8: Hand pumps
Class 9: Fire fighting pumps
Class 10: Breast pumps
Class 11: Heat pumps
Class 12: Pumps for bicycle tyres
Class 25: Pumps (footwear)
Class 28: Pumps for inflating balls for sports
Puree
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Fruit puree
Class 30: Garlic puree(condiment)
Purees
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Fruit purees
Class 30: Garlic purees(condiments)
R
Racks
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Racks (structures) of metal
Class 9: Mounting racks adapted for computer hardware
Class 12: Roof racks for vehicles
Class 16: Document file racks
Class 19: Bicycle storage racks not of metal
Class 20: Racks (furniture)
Class 21: Drying racks for clothes
Rails
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Rails of metal
Class 11: Heated towel rails
Class 19: Rails, not of metal
Class 20: Curtain rails
Class 21: Towel rails
Class 28: Skateboard rails
Railings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Railings of metal
Class 19: Railings, not of metal
Ramps
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Ramps of metal
Class 7: Loading ramps
Class 19: Ramps being structures of non-metallic materials
Class 20: Plastic ramps for use with vehicles
Ratchets
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Ratchet wrenches, electric
Class 8: Ratchets (hand tools)
Ratchet wrenches
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Ratchet wrenches, electric
Class 8: Ratchet wrenches, hand-operated
Reagents
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Diagnostic reagents for industrial purposes
Class 1: Reagents for scientific purposes
Class 5: Reagents for use in medical diagnosis
Receptacles
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Receptacles for contact lenses
Class 10: Receptacles for applying medicines
Class 21: Receptacles for cooling bottles
Class 34: Receptacles for cigarette butts
Reels
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Reels of metal, non-mechanical, for flexible hoses
Class 7: Reels for machines
Class 9: Extension cable reels
Class 20: Non-mechanical reels of plastic materials for the storage of hoses
Class 28: Fishing reels
Refills
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Fragrance refills for reed diffusers
Class 5: Refills for air deodorisers
Class 16: Refills for pencil lead
Refilling services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Refilling services for toner cartridges
Class 39: Refilling services for vending machines
Refilling
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Refilling of toner cartridges
Class 39: Refilling of vending machines
Regulators
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Plant growth regulators
Class 5: Insect growth regulators
Class 7: Regulators being parts of machines
Class 9: Voltage regulators
Class 11: Heat regulators (valves) being parts of heating installations
Relish
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Pickle relish
Class 30: Relish (condiment)
Relishes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Pickle relish
Class 30: Relish (condiment)
Rental
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Rental of office equipment in co-working facilities
Class 36: Rental of real estate
Class 37: Rental of construction equipment
Class 38: Rental of telecommunication apparatus
Class 39: Vehicle rental
Class 40: Rental of electricity generators
Class 41: Rental of sporting apparatus and equipment (except vehicles)
Class 42: Rental of computer equipment
Class 43: Rental of temporary accommodation
Class 44: Rental of sanitary installations
Class 45: Clothing rental
Rental services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Rental of office equipment in co-working facilities
Class 36: Rental of real estate
Class 37: Rental of construction equipment
Class 38: Rental of telecommunication apparatus
Class 39: Vehicle rental
Class 40: Rental of electricity generators
Class 41: Rental of sporting apparatus and equipment (except vehicles)
Class 42: Rental of computer equipment
Class 43: Rental of temporary accommodation
Class 44: Rental of sanitary installations
Class 45: Clothing rental
Repellent
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Water repellent in the nature of paint
Class 5: Insect repellent
Class 21: Ultrasonic pest repellent devices
Repellents
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Water repellents in the nature of paints
Class 5: Insect repellents
Class 21: Ultrasonic pest repellent devices
Reports
Suggested Alternatives
Class 16: Reports (printed matter)
Class 35: Preparation of business reports
Class 36: Preparation of financial reports
Class 41: Production of teaching reports
Class 42: Preparation of scientific reports
Class 44: Preparation of reports relating to medical matters
Class 45: Preparation of legal reports
Reporting
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Writing of business reports
Class 36: Preparation of financial reports
Class 38: Preparation of reports relating to communications
Class 39: Preparation of reports relating to transportation
Class 42: Preparation of scientific reports
Class 44: Preparation of reports relating to medical matters
Research
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Market research
Class 36: Financial research
Class 41: Educational research
Class 42: Scientific research
Class 45: Legal research
Research services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Market research services
Class 36: Financial research services
Class 41: Educational research services
Class 42: Scientific research services
Class 45: Legal research services
Researching
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Market research
Class 36: Financial research
Class 41: Educational research
Class 42: Scientific research
Class 45: Legal research
Reservation
Suggested Alternatives
Class 39: Transport reservation
Class 41: Reservation services for show tickets
Class 43: Temporary accommodation reservation
Reservation services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 39: Transport reservation services
Class 41: Reservation services for show tickets
Class 43: Temporary accommodation reservation services
Reservations
Suggested Alternatives
Class 39: Transport reservations
Class 41: Reservations for show tickets
Class 43: Temporary accommodation reservations
Resin
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Synthetic resin, unprocessed
Class 2: Raw natural resin
Class 5: Resin for dental use
Class 17: Synthetic resin (semi-processed)
Resins
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Synthetic resins, unprocessed
Class 2: Raw natural resins
Class 5: Resins for dental use
Class 17: Synthetic resins (semi-finished)
Respite care services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 43: Respite care services in the nature of adult day care
Class 44: Respite care services in the nature of nursing aid
Respite care
Suggested Alternatives
Class 43: Respite care in the nature of adult day care
Class 44: Respite care in the nature of nursing aid
Restraints
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Safety restraints (other than for vehicle seats and sports equipment)
Class 10: Patient safety restraints
Class 12: Head restraints for vehicles
Retardant
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Fire retardant preparations
Class 2: Fire retardant paint
Retardants
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Fire retardants
Class 2: Fire retardant paints
Ribbon
Suggested Alternatives
Class 16: Paper ribbon, other than haberdashery or hair decorations
Class 26: Hair ribbon
Class 28: Rhythmic gymnastics ribbon
Ribbons
Suggested Alternatives
Class 16: Paper ribbons, other than for haberdashery or hair decorations
Class 26: Hair ribbons
Class 28: Rhythmic gymnastics ribbons
Rings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Rings of metal
Class 7: Piston rings
Class 9: Smart rings
Class 10: Teething rings
Class 14: Rings (jewellery)
Class 17: Rings of rubber
Class 20: Rings for curtains
Class 21: Napkin rings
Class 28: Rings for sports
Class 29: Onion rings
Rods
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Rods of common metal
Class 7: Connecting rods (parts of motors and engines)
Class 9: Rods (surveying instruments)
Class 11: Heating rods
Class 17: Extruded plastics in the form of rods for use in manufacture
Class 19: Glass rods for building
Class 20: Curtain rods
Class 21: Rods of glass for use in manufacture
Class 28: Fishing rods
Rollers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Garage door rollers of metal
Class 7: Rollers for printing machines
Class 8: Wallpaper seam rollers
Class 10: Foam massage rollers
Class 16: Paint rollers
Class 20: Rollers, not of metal, for doors
Class 21: Adhesive rollers for cleaning
Class 26: Hair rollers
Rolls
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Abrasive rolls
Class 7: Rolls being parts of machines
Class 14: Jewellery rolls
Class 16: Paper toilet rolls
Class 29: Stuffed cabbage rolls
Class 30: Bread rolls
Roofs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Roofs of metal
Class 19: Non-metallic roofs
Class 37: Repair of roofs
Rooves
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Rooves of metal
Class 12: Folding rooves for motor vehicles
Class 19: Non-metallic rooves
Class 37: Repair of rooves
Roofing
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal roofing
Class 19: Non-metallic roofing
Class 37: Installation of roofing
Rulers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Rulers (measuring instruments)
Class 16: Rulers for drawing
Runners
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Runners of metal for sliding doors
Class 16: Table runners of paper
Class 20: Runners, not of metal, for sliding doors
Class 24: Table runners, not of paper
Class 27: Runners (mats)
S
Sachets
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Fragrance sachets
Class 16: Sachets of paper for use as packaging materials
Class 24: Jewellery sachets
Sacks
Suggested Alternatives
Class 16: Paper sacks
Class 18: Travelling sacks
Class 22: Sacks for the transport of materials
Safety restraints
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Safety restraints (other than for vehicle seats and sports equipment)
Class 10: Patient safety restraints
Class 12: Safety restraints for vehicle seats
Salad
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Fruit salad
Class 30: Pasta salad
Salads
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Fruit salads
Class 30: Pasta salads
Salves
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Salves (non-medicated)
Class 5: Salves (medicated)
Saws
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Power operated saws
Class 8: Hand saws
Class 10: Surgical saws
Scoops
Suggested Alternatives
Class 8: Scoops for the disposal of pet waste (hand tools)
Class 9: Measuring scoops
Class 21: Scoops for household purposes
Scrapers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Door scrapers of metal
Class 7: Scrapers (machines)
Class 8: Scrapers (hand tools)
Class 10: Tongue scrapers
Class 16: Scrapers (erasers) for offices
Class 21: Shoe scrapers incorporating brushes
Screening
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Structures of metal for screening
Class 20: Wall screening (furniture) for offices
Class 22: Windbreaks (screening)
Screens
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Insect screens of metal
Class 7: Paper pulp screens (machines)
Class 9: Visual display screens
Class 10: Radiology screens for medical purposes
Class 11: Bath screens
Class 19: Non-metal window screens
Class 20: Screens (furniture)
Class 22: Textile screens for protection against the wind
Screws
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Screws of metal
Class 10: Bone screws
Class 20: Screws, not of metal
Scrubs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Body scrubs
Class 5: Scrubs (preparations) for medical use
Class 10: Surgical scrubs
Sculpture
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Ornamental sculptures of common metal
Class 14: Sculptures made from precious metal
Class 16: Sculptures made from paper
Class 19: Sculptures made from concrete
Class 19: Sculptures made from stone
Class 20: Sculptures made from plastic
Class 20: Sculptures made from wood
Class 21: Sculptures of porcelain, terracotta or glass
Sculptures
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Ornamental sculptures of common metal
Class 14: Sculptures made from precious metal
Class 16: Sculptures made from paper
Class 19: Sculptures made from concrete
Class 19: Sculptures made from stone
Class 20: Sculptures made from plastic
Class 20: Sculptures made from wood
Class 21: Sculptures of porcelain, terracotta or glass
Seals
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Lead seals
Class 8: Mechanical seals (machine parts)
Class 16: Seals (stamps)
Class 17: Seals, not of metal, for pipes
Sealants
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Sealants (chemicals) for the sealing of surfaces
Class 2: Rust proofing sealants
Class 17: Sealants for joints
Class 17: Silicone rubber sealants
Class 19: Tar-based sealants for roofing (building materials)
Sealing agents
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Sealing preparations for repairing tyres
Class 2: Anti-rust sealing preparations
Class 17: Preparations for sealing joints
Class 19: Tar-based sealing preparations for roofing (building materials)
Sealing preparations
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Sealing preparations for repairing tyres
Class 2: Anti-rust sealing preparations
Class 17: Preparations for sealing joints
Class 19: Tar-based sealing preparations for roofing (building materials)
Serum
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Serum samples for scientific purposes
Class 3: Serum for cosmetic purposes
Class 5: Serum for medical purposes
Serums
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Serum samples for scientific purposes
Class 3: Serums for cosmetic purposes
Class 5: Serums for medical purposes
Shafts
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Chimney shafts of metal
Class 7: Transmission shafts (other than for land vehicles)
Class 8: Spindle shafts (parts of hand-operated tools)
Class 12: Drive shafts for land vehicles
Class 19: Chimney shafts, not of metal
Class 28: Shafts for golf clubs
Sheets
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Abrasive sheets
Class 6: Sheets of common metal
Class 10: Sterile surgical sheets
Class 16: Sheets of paper (stationery)
Class 17: Plastic sheets for use in manufacture
Class 19: Non-metallic building sheets
Class 21: Biscuit sheets
Class 22: Dust sheets
Class 24: Bed sheets
Sheeting
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Sheeting of common metal
Class 17: Plastic sheeting for use in manufacture
Class 19: Non-metallic sheeting for building
Class 22: Plastic sheeting for use as drop cloths
Sherbet
Suggested Alternatives
Class 30: Sherbet (confectionery)
Class 32: Sherbet (beverages)
Sherbets
Suggested Alternatives
Class 30: Sherbets (confectionery)
Class 32: Sherbets (beverages)
Shields
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Commemorative shields of common metal
Class 9: Riot shields
Class 10: Face shields for medical use
Class 16: Shields (paper seals)
Class 20: Commemorative shields made of wood, wax, plaster or plastic
Shutters
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Shutters of metal
Class 9: Shutters for cameras
Class 19: Shutters, not of metal
Signs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Signs of metal (non-luminous and non-mechanical)
Class 9: Digital signs
Class 16: Signs of paper
Class 19: Non-luminous and non-mechanical signs, not of metal
Slabs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Slabs of common metal for building
Class 19: Non-metallic building slabs
Sleeves
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Sleeves (metal hardware)
Class 9: Sleeves for record albums
Class 16: Sleeves for holding and protecting stamps
Class 17: Insulating sleeves for machinery
Snack bars
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Nut and dried fruit based snack bars
Class 30: Muesli based snack bars
Class 43: Snack bar services (provision of food and drink)
Snack food
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Potato snack foods
Class 30: Cereal based snack food
Snack foods
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Potato snack foods
Class 30: Cereal based snack foods
Snacks
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Potato snacks
Class 30: Cereal based snacks
Sockets
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Sockets (parts for machines)
Class 8: Socket wrenches (hand-operated tools)
Class 9: Electrical sockets
Class 11: Sockets for electric lights
Solvent
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Cleaning solvent for use in manufacturing processes
Class 2: Solvent for thinning paints
Class 3: Cleaning solvent, other than for use in manufacturing processes
Class 5: Solvent for removing adhesive plasters
Solvents
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Cleaning solvents for use in manufacturing processes
Class 2: Solvents for thinning paints
Class 3: Cleaning solvents, other than for use in manufacturing processes
Class 5: Solvents for removing adhesive plasters
Souvenir
Suggested Alternatives
Class 8: Souvenir collector spoons
Class 16: Souvenir banknotes
Class 18: Souvenir bags
Class 21: Souvenir plates
Souvenirs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 8: Souvenir collector spoons
Class 16: Souvenir banknotes
Class 18: Souvenir bags
Class 21: Souvenir plates
Spanners
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Power-driven spanners
Class 8: Hand-operated spanners
Spools
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Winding spools of metal, non-mechanical, for flexible hoses
Class 9: Spools (photography)
Class 16: Spools for inking ribbons
Class 20: Winding spools, not of metal, non-mechanical, for flexible hoses
Spray
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: De-icing spray for windscreens
Class 2: Decorative spray coatings
Class 3: Spray cleaners
Class 5: Throat spray (medicated)
Class 13: Personal defence spray
Class 29: Vegetable oil spray for use in cooking
Sprays
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: De-icing sprays for windscreens
Class 2: Decorative coating sprays
Class 3: Sprays for cleaning
Class 5: Throat sprays (medicated)
Class 13: Personal defence sprays
Class 29: Vegetable oil sprays for use in cooking
Spread
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Nut-based spread
Class 30: Chocolate-based spread
Spreads
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Nut-based spreads
Class 30: Chocolate-based spreads
Springs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal springs
Class 7: Springs (parts of machines)
Class 12: Springs for vehicle suspension units
Class 14: Watch springs
Class 20: Door springs, not of metal, non-electric
Stabilisers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Chemical stabilisers for preserving foodstuffs
Class 9: Voltage stabilisers
Class 12: Bicycle stabilisers
Class 13: Pistol stabilisers
Stabilizers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Chemical stabilisers for preserving foodstuffs
Class 9: Voltage stabilisers
Class 12: Bicycle stabilisers
Class 13: Pistol stabilisers
Stamps
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Cosmetic stamps, filled
Class 7: Rubber stamps (parts of machines)
Class 8: Stamps (hand tools)
Class 16: Postage stamps
Class 21: Biscuit stamps
Stands
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Stands being metallic structures
Class 7: Machine stands
Class 9: Camera stands
Class 11: Stands for lights
Class 12: Bicycle stands
Class 13: Firearm stands
Class 15: Stands for musical instruments
Class 16: Stands for writing implements
Class 20: Display stands
Class 21: Stands for dishes
Class 28: Bag stands for golf bags
Staplers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Power staplers
Class 8: Hand-held garden staplers (tools for tying plants)
Class 10: Staplers for surgical purposes
Class 16: Office staplers
Starch
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Starch for industrial purposes
Class 3: Laundry starch
Class 5: Starch for dietetic or pharmaceutical purposes
Class 30: Starch for food
Statues
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Statues of common metal
Class 14: Statues of precious metal
Class 19: Statues of stone, concrete or marble
Class 20: Statues of wood, wax, plaster or plastic
Class 21: Statues of porcelain, ceramic, earthenware, terra-cotta or glass
Statuettes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Statuettes of common metal
Class 14: Statuettes of precious metal
Class 19: Statuettes of stone, concrete or marble
Class 20: Statuettes of wood, wax, plaster or plastic
Class 21: Statuettes of porcelain, ceramic, earthenware, terra-cotta or glass
Sticks
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Incense sticks
Class 5: Cotton sticks for medical purposes
Class 8: Nail orange sticks
Class 9: Selfie sticks (hand-held monopods)
Class 15: Drumsticks
Class 16: Stick markers
Class 18: Walking sticks
Class 21: Dental sticks for personal use
Class 26: Sticks for use in styling the hair
Class 28: Hockey sticks
Class 29: Cheese sticks
Class 30: Rice sticks
Straps
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Straps impregnated with insecticides
Class 6: Straps of metal
Class 9: Straps for sunglasses
Class 12: Toe straps for use on cargo bicycles
Class 13: Shoulder straps for weapons
Class 14: Watch straps
Class 15: Straps for musical instruments
Class 18: Luggage straps
Class 22: Tie-down straps, not of metal
Class 25: Gaiter straps
Strapping
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Strappings made of metal
Class 22: Nylon strapping for securing loads
Strips
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Test strips impregnated with reagents for testing swimming pool water
Class 3: Teeth whitening strips
Class 5: Test strips for measuring blood glucose levels
Class 6: Steel strips
Class 9: Power strips
Class 12: Protective strips for vehicle bodies
Class 16: Binding strips (bookbinding)
Class 17: Non-metallic sealing strips
Class 19: Strips of plastic for building
Class 22: Strips for tying-up vines
Class 26: Strips of plastics for use in decorating hair
Structures
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Building structures of metal
Class 17: Sound insulating structures of metal
Class 19: Non-metallic building structures
Class 22: Temporary structures made of fabrics
Struts
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Shoring struts of metal
Class 12: Suspension struts for vehicles
Class 19: Shoring struts, not of metal
Studs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Bale studs of metal
Class 12: Studs for tyres
Class 14: Ear studs
Class 25: Studs for football boots
Class 26: Studs for clothing
Class 44: Stud services for animals
Stuffing
Suggested Alternatives
Class 16: Stuffing of paper or cardboard
Class 17: Stuffing of plastic
Class 22: Stuffing of straw
Class 30: Bread-based stuffing mixes
Stuffing materials
Suggested Alternatives
Class 16: Stuffing materials of paper or cardboard
Class 17: Stuffing materials of rubber
Class 22: Stuffing materials of straw
Sumps
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Sumps (structures) of metal
Class 7: Sumps being parts of vehicle gearboxes (other than land vehicle)
Class 12: Sumps being parts of land vehicle gearboxes
Class 19: Non-metallic sumps (structures)
Supports
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Ceiling supports of metal
Class 9: Wrist supports for use with computer peripherals
Class 10: Back supports for medical purposes
Class 17: Insulated pipe supports, not of metal
Class 19: Non-metal gutter supports
Class 20: Book supports
Class 21: Grill supports
Class 26: Stiffening supports for collars
Class 28: Fishing rod supports
Swabs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Cotton wool swabs for cosmetic use
Class 5: Medicated swabs
Class 9: Cotton swabs for laboratory use
Class 21: Cleaning swabs for household purposes
Syringes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Pre-filled syringes for medical purposes
Class 8: Syringes for spraying insecticides
Class 10: Syringes for medical purposes
Class 21: Syringes for watering flowers and plants
Syrup
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Cough syrup
Class 30: Maple syrup
Class 32: Syrup for making beverages
Syrups
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Cough syrups
Class 30: Maple syrups
Class 32: Syrups for making beverages
T
Tablets
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Tablets for cleaning dentures
Class 5: Tablets (pharmaceuticals)
Class 9: Tablet computers
Class 30: Yeast tablets for culinary purposes
Tacks
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Tacks of metal
Class 14: Tie tacks
Class 16: Thumb tacks (stationery)
Class 20: Non-metallic tacks
Class 6: Identification tags of metal
Class 9: Electronic tags for security control purposes
Class 14: Key tags of plastic
Class 16: Tags made of paper or cardboard
Class 18: Baggage tags
Class 20: Identification tags, not of metal
Class 21: Decanter tags
Class 24: Sew-on tags made of textile for clothing
Class 26: Name tags of textile for identifying clothing
Class 28: Golf bag tags
Tanks
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Storage tanks made of metal
Class 7: Expansion tanks (parts of machines)
Class 11: Septic tanks
Class 12: Petrol tanks for vehicles
Class 13: Tanks (weapons)
Class 19: Storage tanks of masonry
Class 20: Plastic water tanks
Class 21: Indoor fish tanks
Tape
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Anti-corrosion tape
Class 3: Adhesive tape for affixing false hair
Class 5: Adhesive tape for medical use
Class 8: Fish tape (hand tools)
Class 9: Magnetic tape
Class 10: Kinesiology tape
Class 16: Adhesive tape for stationery or household purposes
Class 17: Insulating tape
Class 19: Pavement marking tape
Class 21: Dental tape
Class 22: Ladder tape for venetian blinds
Class 26: Tape for use in making hems
Class 28: Grip tape for racquets
Tapes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Anti-corrosion tapes
Class 3: Adhesive tapes for affixing false hair
Class 5: Adhesive tapes for medical use
Class 8: Fish tapes (hand tools)
Class 9: Magnetic tapes
Class 10: Kinesiology tapes
Class 16: Adhesive tapes for stationery or household purposes
Class 17: Insulating tapes
Class 19: Pavement marking tapes
Class 21: Dental tape
Class 22: Ladder tapes for venetian blinds
Class 26: Tapes for use in making hems
Class 28: Grip tapes for racquets
Tax advisory services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Tax advisory services (accountancy)
Class 36: Financial advisory services relating to tax
Tax advice
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Tax advice (accountancy)
Class 36: Financial advice relating to tax
Tax services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Tax services (accountancy)
Class 36: Tax services (financial)
Templates
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Downloadable graphic design templates
Class 16: Drawing templates
Terminals
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Computer terminals
Class 11: Ventilation terminals
Class 28: Video lottery terminals (gaming machines)
Testing
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Psychological testing for the selection of personnel
Class 41: Educational testing
Class 42: Testing for computers
Class 44: Medical testing
Testing services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Psychological testing services for the selection of personnel
Class 41: Educational testing services
Class 42: Testing services for computers
Class 44: Medical testing services
Thickener
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Thickener for paints
Class 3: Hair thickener
Class 30: Thickener for cooking foodstuffs
Thickeners
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Thickeners for paints
Class 3: Hair thickeners
Class 30: Thickeners for cooking foodstuffs
Ties
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Cable ties of metal
Class 19: Railroad ties, not of metal
Class 22: Plastic ties for home or garden use
Class 25: Ties (clothing)
Tiles
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal tiles for building
Class 19: Non-metallic building tiles
Class 20: Mirror tiles
Class 27: Carpet tiles
Tins
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Tins of metal
Class 21: Baking tins
Class 34: Tobacco tins
Tissue cultures
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Biological tissue cultures for scientific or research purposes
Class 5: Biological tissue cultures for medical use
Tissue
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Biological tissue cultures for scientific or research purposes
Class 5: Biological tissue cultures for medical use
Tissues
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Tissues impregnated with cosmetics
Class 5: Tissues impregnated medicated preparations
Class 16: Paper tissues
Class 24: Tissues for removing make-up, other than impregnated with cosmetics
Toner
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Toner for printers and photocopiers
Class 3: Toner for cosmetic purposes
Class 5: Toner for medical purposes
Toners
Suggested Alternatives
Class 2: Toner for printers and photocopiers
Class 3: Toners for cosmetic purposes
Class 5: Toners for medical purposes
Tonics
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Tonics for cosmetic use
Class 5: Tonics (medicines)
Class 32: Tonic water (non-medicated beverages)
Tools
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Power tools
Class 8: Hand held tools, hand-operated
Class 21: Kitchen tools (utensils, not electric)
Class 28: Toy tools
Tourist agency services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 39: Tourist agency services (travel)
Class 43: Tourist agency services for booking accommodation
Tourist agency
Suggested Alternatives
Class 39: Tourist agency services (travel)
Class 43: Tourist agency services for booking accommodation
Tourist agencies
Suggested Alternatives
Class 39: Tourist agency services (travel)
Class 43: Tourist agency services for booking accommodation
Towels
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Paper hand towels impregnated with cleaning agents
Class 5: Sanitary towels
Class 16: Paper kitchen towels
Class 24: Bath towels
Tracing
Suggested Alternatives
Class 39: Tracing services for letters and parcels
Class 45: Tracing of fugitives
Tracing services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 39: Tracing services for letters and parcels
Class 45: Lost key tracing services
Tracking services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 39: Tracking services for letters and parcels
Class 45: Tracking of stolen property
Tracking
Suggested Alternatives
Class 39: Tracking and tracing services for letters and parcels
Class 45: Tracking of stolen property
Traps
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Traps for wild animals
Class 7: Steam traps
Class 19: Rain traps, not of metal
Class 21: Mouse traps
Class 28: Clay pigeon traps
Travel agency
Suggested Alternatives
Class 39: Travel agency services for arranging travel
Class 43: Travel agency services for booking accommodation
Travel agency services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 39: Travel agency services for arranging travel
Class 43: Travel agency services for booking accommodation
Travel agencies
Suggested Alternatives
Class 39: Travel agency services for arranging travel
Class 43: Travel agency services for booking accommodation
Trays
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Trays of metal
Class 9: Laboratory trays
Class 10: Dental impression trays
Class 11: Shower trays
Class 16: Letter trays
Class 20: Plastic trays (containers) used in food packaging
Class 21: Baking trays
Class 26: Trays for sewing articles
Treatment services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Anti-rust treatment services for vehicles
Class 40: Services for the treatment (purification) of water
Class 44: Beauty treatment services
Treatment
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Anti-rust treatment for vehicles
Class 40: Treatment (purification) of water
Class 44: Beauty treatment services
Trim
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal door trims
Class 20: Window trim, not of metal
Trims
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal door trims
Class 20: Window trim, not of metal
Trimmings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 18: Leather trimmings for furniture
Class 26: Trimmings for clothing
Trophies
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Trophies made of common metals and their alloys
Class 14: Trophies made of precious metals
Class 19: trophies of stone or marble
Class 20: Trophies made of plastic
Class 21: Trophies made of glass
Troughs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Troughs of metal for mixing mortar
Class 20: Troughs, not of metal, for mixing mortar
Class 21: Feeding troughs
Truffles
Suggested Alternatives
Class 29: Truffles, preserved
Class 30: Chocolate truffles
Class 31: Fresh truffles
Tubing
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal tubing
Class 7: Tubing being fitted parts of machines
Class 10: Medical tubing
Class 21: glass tubing for making signs
Tubes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal tubes
Class 7: Boiler tubes (parts of machines)
Class 9: Test tubes
Class 10: Tubes for enteral feeding
Class 11: Luminous tubes for lighting
Class 12: Inner tubes for vehicle tyres
Class 16: Cardboard tubes
Class 17: Flexible tubes, not of metal
Class 19: Plastic tubes for building
Class 21: Glass tubes for household use
Class 34: Cigarette tubes
Tubs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 11: Bath tubs
Class 20: Tubs of plastic
Class 21: Infant bath tubs
Turf
Suggested Alternatives
Class 27: Artificial turf
Class 31: Natural turf
Turrets
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Turrets (structures) of metal
Class 13: Gun turrets
Class 19: Non-metallic roof turrets
U
Units
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Metal door units
Class 9: Electronic display units
Class 11: Heating units
Class 19: door units, not of metal
Class 20: Units (furniture)
Utensils
Suggested Alternatives
Class 11: Cooking utensils, electric
Class 16: Writing utensils
Class 21: Cosmetic utensils
Class 21: Kitchen utensils
V
Valves
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Valves of metal (other than parts of machines)
Class 7: Valves (parts of machines)
Class 9: Electronic valves (thermionic)
Class 10: artificial cardiac valves
Class 11: Shower mixing valves
Class 12: Valves for vehicle tyres
Class 15: Valves for musical instruments
Class 17: Valves of rubber
Class 18: Valves of leather
Class 19: Water control valves (not of metal or plastic)
Class 20: Valves of plastic, other than parts of machines
Vents
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Roof vents of metal for residential and commercial buildings
Class 11: Ceiling vents
Vermin extermination
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Vermin extermination (other than for agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry)
Class 44: Vermin extermination for agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry
Vermin extermination services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Vermin extermination services (other than for agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry)
Class 44: Vermin extermination services for agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry
Vermin exterminating services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Vermin exterminating services (other than for agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry)
Class 44: Vermin exterminating services for agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry
Vermin exterminating
Suggested Alternatives
Class 37: Vermin exterminating (other than for agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry)
Class 44: Vermin exterminating for agriculture, aquaculture, horticulture and forestry
Vessels
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: General purpose metal storage vessels
Class 10: Urinals being vessels
Class 11: Vessels of metal for making ices and iced beverages, electric
Class 12: Fishing vessels
Class 21: Drinking vessels
W
Washers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Washers of metal
Class 7: Washer-dryers
Class 11: Washers for water taps
Class 17: Washers of rubber or vulcanised fibre
Class 20: Spring washers of plastic
Washes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Body washes
Class 5: Medicated washes
Waters
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Purified waters for industrial use
Class 3: Scented waters
Class 5: Waters (beverage) for medical use
Class 32: Flavoured waters
Water
Suggested Alternatives
Class 1: Purified water for industrial use
Class 3: Scented waters
Class 5: Water (beverage) for medical use
Class 30: Water ices
Class 32: Water (beverage) other than for medical use
Class 39: Storage of water
Class 39: Water supplying
Class 40: Water treating
Weapons
Suggested Alternatives
Class 8: Blades (weapons)
Class 13: Weapon for launching projectiles
Class 28: Toy weapons
Webs
Suggested Alternatives
Class 17: Plastic webs
Class 19: Webs of paper-backed plastics for building
Class 28: Swimming webs
Webbing
Suggested Alternatives
Class 22: Synthetic webbing
Class 24: Tensioning webbing for upholstery
Wellbeing services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 41: Wellbeing services being health and fitness training
Class 44: Wellbeing services being health and nutritional advice
Class 45: Wellbeing services being spiritual guidance and personal empowerment subject matters
Wellness services
Suggested Alternatives
Class 41: Wellness services being health and fitness training
Class 44: Wellness services being health and nutritional advice
Class 45: Wellness services being spiritual guidance and personal empowerment subject matters
Wheels
Suggested Alternatives
Class 7: Cog wheels being parts of machines
Class 8: Pattern wheels
Class 9: Measuring wheels
Class 12: Wheels for vehicles
Class 20: Wheels for beds
Class 28: Wheels for toy vehicles
Whistles
Suggested Alternatives
Class 9: Signalling whistles
Class 15: Whistles [musical instruments]
Class 28: Toy whistles
Window pulleys
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Window pulleys of metal
Class 19: Window pulleys not of metal
Window fasteners
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Window fasteners of metal
Class 19: Window fasteners not of metal
Window fittings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Window fittings of metal
Class 19: Window fittings not of metal
Window trims
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Window trims of metal
Class 19: Window trims not of metal
Window openers and closers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Window openers and closers of metal
Class 19: Window openers and closers not of metal
Window handles
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Window handles of metal
Class 19: Window handles not of metal
Window frames
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Window frames of metal
Class 19: Window frames of metal
Windows
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Windows of metal
Class 12: Windows for vehicles
Class 19: Windows, not of metal
Wipes
Suggested Alternatives
Class 3: Wipes incorporating cleaning preparations
Class 5: Antibacterial wipes
Class 16: Paper wipes for cleaning
Class 21: Non-impregnated cleaning wipes other than paper
Wood shavings
Suggested Alternatives
Class 4: Wood shavings for lighting fires
Class 22: Wood shavings for stuffing
Class 31: Wood shavings for animal bedding
Works of art
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Works of art of common metal
Class 14: Works of art of precious metal
Class 16: Works of art (paintings)
Class 19: Works of art of stone, concrete or marble
Class 20: Works of art, of wood, wax, plaster or plastic
Class 21: Works of art, of porcelain, ceramic, earthenware, terra-cotta or glass
Wrappers
Suggested Alternatives
Class 16: Wrappers (stationery)
Class 22: Straw wrappers for bottles
Class 34: Cigarette wrappers
Wrap
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Sanitary wrap (diapers)
Class 6: Metal tie wraps
Class 16: Paper gift wraps
Class 17: Fire wraps
Class 18: Horse tail wraps
Class 25: Wrap (clothing)
Class 30: Bread wraps
Wraps
Suggested Alternatives
Class 5: Sanitary wrap (diapers)
Class 6: Metal tie wraps
Class 16: Paper gift wraps
Class 17: Fire wraps
Class 18: Horse tail wraps
Class 25: Wrap (clothing)
Class 30: Bread wraps
Wrapping material
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Wrapping foils of metal
Class 16: Wrapping paper
Class 17: Vinyl wrapping for vehicle exteriors
Class 22: Wrapping or binding bands, not of metal
Class 24: Wrapping cloths
Wrapping materials
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Wrapping foils of metal
Class 16: Wrapping paper
Class 17: Vinyl wrapping for vehicle exteriors
Class 22: Wrapping or binding bands, not of metal
Class 24: Wrapping cloths
Wrapping
Suggested Alternatives
Class 6: Wrapping foils of metal
Class 16: Wrapping paper
Class 17: Vinyl wrapping for vehicle exteriors
Class 22: Wrapping or binding bands, not of metal
Class 24: Wrapping cloths
Writing
Suggested Alternatives
Class 35: Writing of business reports
Class 35: Copy writing
Class 35: Writing of publicity texts
Class 41: Commissioned writing (plays, musicals or for publications)
Class 41: Writing of texts
Class 42: Technical writing
Class 42: Writing of computer software
Class 45: Personal letter writing
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