What Class 28 covers
Class 28 covers games, toys and playthings, video game apparatus, gymnastic and sporting articles, decorations for Christmas trees, and fishing tackle.
Class 28 is a goods class (Classes 1–34 cover goods).
Examples of goods in Class 28
- Toys and dolls
- Board games and card games
- Video game consoles
- Sporting equipment: balls, rackets, weights
- Gym and fitness equipment
- Playground equipment
- Toy vehicles and toy drones
- Fishing tackle
- Party games and novelty items
- Puzzles
Examples are a guide. Offices accept specific terms; a firm can draft the wording for your products.
What is not in Class 28
| Often confused | Correct class |
|---|---|
| Downloadable games and game software | Class 9 — Electronics, computers & software |
| Sportswear | Class 25 — Clothing, footwear & headwear |
| Gym and sports club services | Class 41 — Education, entertainment & sport |
| Gym bags | Class 18 — Leather goods, bags & luggage |
Who files in Class 28
Toy brands, sports-equipment makers, game publishers and fitness-equipment companies.
Filing tip
Games companies need Class 28 for physical games and consoles, Class 9 for downloadable games and Class 41 for online gaming services.
Classes often filed with Class 28
Filing Class 28 in the UAE
The UAE uses the Nice classes. Official fees are AED 6,500 for Class 28 (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 28
Questions
What is trademark Class 28?
Class 28 of the Nice Classification covers Games, toys & sporting goods. Class 28 covers games, toys and playthings, video game apparatus, gymnastic and sporting articles, decorations for Christmas trees, and fishing tackle.
What is not included in Class 28?
Downloadable games and game software — Class 9. Sportswear — Class 25. Gym and sports club services — Class 41. Gym bags — Class 18.
Which classes are filed with Class 28?
Often Class 9 (Electronics, computers & software), Class 25 (Clothing, footwear & headwear), Class 41 (Education, entertainment & sport).