The classes food products and spices need
- Class 30 Coffee, tea, bakery & staple foodsSpices, seasonings, sauces, rice, pasta, flour, honey, coffee, tea and sweets.
- Class 29 Meat, fish, dairy & preserved foodsMeat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, edible oils, dates and nuts that are processed, pickles and jams.
Classes to add, depending on your business
- Class 31 Agricultural produce & live animalsFresh fruit and vegetables, fresh dates, raw grains or animal feed.
- Class 32 Beers & non-alcoholic beveragesJuices, soft drinks or bottled water.
- Class 35 Advertising, business & retail servicesWholesale, import and distribution of food, or an online shop.
Common mistakes
- Filing "foodstuffs" without naming products — examiners often ask for a clearer list.
- Putting spices in Class 29. Spices and seasonings are Class 30.
What it costs in the UAE
Official UAE fees are AED 6,500 per class, so the core classes above cost AED 13,000 in official fees for 2 classes. See the UAE cost guide.
Questions
Which class is spices?
Class 30.
Which class are dates?
Fresh dates are Class 31; dried and processed dates are Class 29; date-based confectionery is Class 30.
Which class is olive oil?
Class 29 (edible oils and fats).