Argentina has implemented the 13th Edition of the Nice Classification of Goods and Services, updating its trademark classification framework in line with the latest international standards.
The update was confirmed by the National Institute of Industrial Property (INPI) and reflects Argentina’s alignment with the classification system administered by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
Application of the 13th Edition in Argentina
The 13th Edition of the Nice Classification is applied by INPI under Argentina’s existing trademark classification framework. The updated goods and services structure will be used for new filings, and will also be relevant for renewals and portfolio reviews, without requiring the enactment of new legislation.
Trademark owners and practitioners are therefore expected to take the revised classification into account when managing existing registrations and planning future filings.
Key Updates Under the New Classification
The 13th Edition introduces several reclassifications of goods across classes, which may affect how products are categorized for trademark purposes in Argentina. Notable examples include:
- Optical and eyewear products, such as spectacles, sunglasses, and contact lenses, now classified under Class 10 instead of Class 9
- Firefighting vehicles and similar equipment moved to Class 12
- Electrothermal clothing and footwear reclassified to Class 25
- Certain food products, including buttercream icing, transferred to Class 30
These changes reinforce a more function-based and purpose-driven approach to trademark classification.
Why This Update Matters for Trademark Owners
The adoption of the 13th Edition has important implications for businesses and brand owners:
- It aligns Argentina’s trademark practice with international classification standards
- It improves precision in the classification of goods and services
- It may affect filing strategies, renewals, and trademark portfolio management
Incorrect class selection under the new edition may lead to procedural objections, delays, or gaps in protection, particularly during renewals or when expanding trademark coverage.
How Abou Naja Intellectual Property Can Assist
Abou Naja Intellectual Property assists brand owners and practitioners with:
- Trademark classification and filing under the 13th Edition in Argentina
- Review and audit of existing trademark portfolios for reclassification considerations
- Advice on renewals, specification drafting, and risk mitigation
- Strategic support for local and international trademark protection
For professional assistance, contact our trademark specialists at [email protected]