What Class 20 covers
Class 20 covers furniture, mirrors and picture frames, containers that are not metal (for storage or transport), unworked bone, horn and similar materials, and mother-of-pearl.
Class 20 is a goods class (Classes 1–34 cover goods).
Examples of goods in Class 20
- Home and office furniture
- Beds, mattresses and pillows
- Mirrors
- Picture frames
- Shelves and storage units
- Garden furniture
- Plastic storage containers (non-household)
- Cushions
- Folding chairs and stools
- Display stands
Examples are a guide. Offices accept specific terms; a firm can draft the wording for your products.
What is not in Class 20
| Often confused | Correct class |
|---|---|
| Kitchen storage containers | Class 21 — Household & kitchen utensils |
| Bed linen and blankets | Class 24 — Textiles & household linen |
| Carpets | Class 27 — Carpets & floor coverings |
| Lighting | Class 11 — Lighting, heating, cooling & sanitary apparatus |
Who files in Class 20
Furniture makers and brands, mattress companies, interior-design shops and office-fit-out suppliers.
Filing tip
Interior-design studios should add Class 42 (interior design services) and Class 35 if they run a showroom or online shop.
Classes often filed with Class 20
Filing Class 20 in the UAE
The UAE uses the Nice classes. Official fees are AED 6,500 for Class 20 (AED 750 examination, AED 750 publication, AED 5,000 registration). See the UAE fee guide and how to register in the UAE.
Questions
What is trademark Class 20?
Class 20 of the Nice Classification covers Furniture. Class 20 covers furniture, mirrors and picture frames, containers that are not metal (for storage or transport), unworked bone, horn and similar materials, and mother-of-pearl.
What is not included in Class 20?
Kitchen storage containers — Class 21. Bed linen and blankets — Class 24. Carpets — Class 27. Lighting — Class 11.
Which classes are filed with Class 20?
Often Class 24 (Textiles & household linen), Class 35 (Advertising, business & retail services), Class 42 (Scientific, technology & software services).