All goods or services are classified within the International Classes (IC hereinafter). Goods range from classes IC 1-34, while services are in IC 35-45. Let’s take a closer look at one of these classes of trademarks: class 5.
What is International Class 5 about?
Each class has a short title that gives an idea of what that class is about: IC 5’s short title is Pharmaceuticals. But, as with any trademark, there is more to it than that. The USPTO has 955 accepted descriptions that fit IC 5.
This class contains all the normal items you think of when you hear the word pharmaceuticals: antibiotics, antivirals, aspirin (which used to be a trademark), decongestants, etc. But within this class there are also other articles that have to do with medicate or cure or disinfect.
If something is anti, it likely resides within class 5: antibiotic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antimicrobial, anticoagulant, antiseptic, antiviral, anti-itch. Vitamins, minerals and supplements are classified in this class, as are pesticides, parasiticides, repellents. You will also find things like bandages, bath preparations for medical purposes, deodorants, herbal teas for medicinal purposes.
What else is in international class 5?
It seems that with any of these trademark classes, there always seems to be an odd element or two, and IC 5 is no exception. Here are some elements that live in IC 5 that seem a bit strange:
or baby food
or skin care preparations, hair care preparations, lotions, etc. who are medicated
gluten free food
or paper fly
What’s new for international class 5?
The rating guide is constantly updated with new products or services. As the market changes, the trademark office must adapt. These are some of the 2009 listings for international class 5, well plus the date added to the guide:
or algaecides [chemicals for swimming pool maintenance] 04 June 09
o Flavored beverages based on fruit, protein, soft drinks, sugar, and other liquid nutrients, namely, meal replacement beverages for use as food fillers March 26, 2009
o Dental tablets to reveal plaque and tartar on teeth 05 Mar 09
o Disposable wipes impregnated with disinfectant chemicals or their compounds for use on {insert items being disinfected, eg, railings, countertops, toilet seats} January 15, 2009
o Face creams and cleansers containing benzoyl peroxide for medical purposes, namely, the treatment of acne February 19, 2009
o Medicinal cosmetics 26 Mar 09