Nice Classification
Classification de Nice
Class 16
Class 16 covers paper and cardboard, printed matter. It is used for trademarks filed for products that fall within this Nice Classification scope.
Official wording for Class 16
What WIPO says
Ce qu’en dit l’OMPI
Paper and cardboard; printed matter; bookbinding material; photographs; stationery and office requisites, except furniture; adhesives for stationery or household purposes; drawing materials and materials for artists; paintbrushes; instructional and teaching materials; plastic sheets, films and bags for wrapping and packaging; printers’ type, printing blocks
✓ Source: OMPI / INPI – NCL(13-2026) – Vérifié
✓ Source: WIPO / INPI — NCL(13-2026) — Verified
Does your trademark fall within Class 16?
✓ INCLUDES IN PARTICULAR
✓ INCLU NOTTAMENT
Covered products
- Paper and cardboard
- printed matter
- bookbinding material
- photographs
✕ 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 3 (Cosmetics and Non-Medicated Toiletry Preparations) depending on their nature, function or presentation.
- Some bordering goods or services may instead belong in Class 2 (Paints, Varnishes, Colorants and Anti-Corrosion Preparations) depending on their nature, function or presentation.
- Some bordering goods or services may instead belong in Class 8 (Hand Tools and Cutlery) depending on their nature, function or presentation.
Frequently asked questions for Class 16
What does Nice Class 16 cover?
Class 16 covers paper and cardboard, printed matter. It is used for trademarks filed for products that fall within this Nice Classification scope.
What is not covered by Class 16?
Items that belong in Class 1, Class 3 should be filed there instead when their nature, use or presentation moves them outside Class 16.
Should I add another class with Class 16?
Yes, if the offer also reaches class 1, class 3 or another separate category. File every class that matches the real commercial scope.