Class 2

Class 2 covers paints, varnishes, lacquers, preservatives against rust and against deterioration of wood. It is used for trademarks filed for products that fall within this Nice Classification scope.

Official wording for Class 2

What WIPO says

Ce qu’en dit l’OMPI

Paints, varnishes, lacquers; preservatives against rust and against deterioration of wood; colorants, dyes; inks for printing, marking and engraving; raw natural resins; metals in foil and powder form for use in painting, decorating, printing and art

✓ Source: OMPI / INPI – NCL(13-2026) – Vérifié

✓ Source: WIPO / INPI — NCL(13-2026) — Verified

Does your trademark fall within Class 2?

✓ INCLUDES IN PARTICULAR

✓ INCLU NOTTAMENT

Covered products

Paints, varnishes, lacquers
preservatives against rust and against deterioration of wood
colorants, dyes
inks for printing, marking and engraving

✕ EXCLUDES — SEE THESE CLASSES

✕ EXCLUSIONS

To be handled in other classs

Pris en charge par d’autres classes

Some bordering goods or services may instead belong in Class 1 (Chemicals for Industry, Science and Agriculture) depending on their nature, function or presentation.
Some bordering goods or services may instead belong in Class 17 (Rubber, Plastics and Insulating Materials) depending on their nature, function or presentation.
Some bordering goods or services may instead belong in Class 3 (Cosmetics and Non-Medicated Toiletry Preparations) depending on their nature, function or presentation.
Some bordering goods or services may instead belong in Class 16 (Paper, Printed Matter and Stationery) depending on their nature, function or presentation.

Frequently asked questions for Class 2

What does Nice Class 2 cover?

Class 2 covers paints, varnishes, lacquers, preservatives against rust and against deterioration of wood. It is used for trademarks filed for products that fall within this Nice Classification scope.

What is not covered by Class 2?

Items that belong in Class 1, Class 17 should be filed there instead when their nature, use or presentation moves them outside Class 2.

Should I add another class with Class 2?

Yes, if the offer also reaches class 1, class 17 or another separate category. File every class that matches the real commercial scope.