Scientific & Technological Services under Trademark Class 42

“Trademark Class 42” signifies a Class of Trademark Classes that essentially deals with all the services of nature, such as Scientific, Technological, Research, and Design, etc.

However, the services concerning Financial Evaluations, Business Research, Computer Installations, Legal Services, Medical Treatment Services, etc., are not included in Trademark Class 42. 

In this blog, we will discuss the idea of Trademark Class 42, together with the List of Services covered under this Trademark Class.

Services Covered under Trademark Class 42

The services covered under Trademark Class 42 are as follows:

1. The Services offered by Scientists and Engineers who undertake Estimates, Evaluations, Research and Reports in the Technological and Scientific fields (comprising of technological consultancy);
2. Scientific Research Services used for Medical purposes;
3. Testing, Authentication and Quality control services;

Services Not Covered under Trademark Class 42

The services that not covered under the Trademark Class 42 are as follows:

1. Business Research and Evaluations Services under the Trademark Class 35;
2. Computer File Management Services under the Trademark Class 35;
3. Word Processing Services under the Trademark Class 35;
4. Financial and Fiscal Evaluations Services under the Trademark Class 36;
5. Mining and Oil extraction Services under the Trademark Class 37;
6. Computer (hardware) Installation under the Trademark Class 37;
7. Computer Repair Services under the Trademark Class 37;
8. Services offered by the Members of Professions, such as Veterinary, Medical Doctors, Surgeons, Psychoanalysts under the Trademark Class 44;
9. Medical Treatment Services under the Trademark Class 44;
10. Garden Design under the Trademark Class 44;
11. Legal Services under the Trademark Class 45;

Coordinated Classes for Trademark Class 42

The term“Related Classes” or “Coordinated Classes” signifies a circumstance wherein a particular service or product falls under more than one trademark class. Further, in such a case, there is a need for the said applicant to file the application for registration in each of such trademark class.

The RelatedClasses for Trademark Class 42 are as follows:

1. Legal & Security Services (Trademark Class 45);
2. Medical & Veterinary Services (Trademark Class 44);
3. Food concerning Services (Trademark Class 43);
4. Education & Entertainment Services (Trademark Class 41);
5. Chemical Treatment of Material Services (Trademark Class 40);
6. Shipping & Travel Services (Trademark Class 39);
7. Telecommunications Services (Trademark Class 38);
8. Construction & Repair Services (Trademark Class 37);
9. Insurance & Finance Services (Trademark Class 36);
10. Advertising & Business Services (Trademark Class 35);

Complete List of Services Covered under the Trademark Class 42

Conclusion

In a nutshell, we can say that selecting the right class of Trademark is crucial for obtaining Trademark registration in an effortless and hassle-free manner. However, the same involves a lot of requirements and documentation, hence, is a complex and tricky task as well.

Also, the procedure for Trademark Public Search requires a lot of prior knowledge, skills, and understanding concerning the different Trademark Classes.

In case of any other doubt or confusion, visit Swarit Advisors, our skilled experts will guide you with the documentation and process of TM Public Search and Trademark Registration.

Also, Read: What are the Advantages of Trademark Registration?