What Class 11 covers
Class 11 covers apparatus for lighting, heating, cooling, steam generating, cooking, drying, ventilating, water supply and sanitary purposes.
Class 11 is a goods class (Classes 1–34 cover goods).
Examples of goods in Class 11
- Lamps and lighting fixtures, LED lights
- Air conditioners and air purifiers
- Refrigerators and freezers
- Ovens, cookers and microwave ovens
- Water heaters and water filters
- Hair dryers
- Coffee machines (electric)
- Bathroom fittings: taps, showers, toilets
- Heaters and fans
- Kitchen hoods
Examples are a guide. Offices accept specific terms; a firm can draft the wording for your products.
What is not in Class 11
| Often confused | Correct class |
|---|---|
| Washing machines and dishwashers | Class 7 — Machines & machine tools |
| Non-electric coffee makers and pots | Class 21 — Household & kitchen utensils |
| Hair straightening irons | Class 8 — Hand tools & cutlery |
| Installation of air conditioning | Class 37 — Construction, installation & repair |
Who files in Class 11
Lighting brands, HVAC and air-conditioning companies, kitchen appliance makers and bathroom fittings brands.
Filing tip
Air-conditioning businesses that also install and service units should add Class 37.
Classes often filed with Class 11
Filing Class 11 in the UAE
The UAE uses the Nice classes. Official fees are AED 6,500 for Class 11 (AED 750 examination, AED 750 publication, AED 5,000 registration). See the UAE fee guide and how to register in the UAE.
Businesses that use Class 11
Questions
What is trademark Class 11?
Class 11 of the Nice Classification covers Lighting, heating, cooling & sanitary apparatus. Class 11 covers apparatus for lighting, heating, cooling, steam generating, cooking, drying, ventilating, water supply and sanitary purposes.
What is not included in Class 11?
Washing machines and dishwashers — Class 7. Non-electric coffee makers and pots — Class 21. Hair straightening irons — Class 8. Installation of air conditioning — Class 37.
Which classes are filed with Class 11?
Often Class 7 (Machines & machine tools), Class 21 (Household & kitchen utensils), Class 37 (Construction, installation & repair).