On January 1, 2012, the 10th edition of the Nice Classification will enter into force.

The ninth and current edition entered into force on January 1, 2007. The Nice classification is continuously revised by WIPO and a new edition is published every five years. Accordingly, the 10th edition of the classification will be due on January 1, 2012.

There are significant changes to the classification on items across several classes, as well as class headings, explanatory notes and general remarks.

The OHIM and several national Offices have already announced the application of the new edition of the Nice Classification, for trademark applications filed on or after January 1, 2012.

The complete harmonization of databases of goods and services is the goal WIPO deserves to achieve with every new edition of the Nice Classification, in cooperation with regional and national offices.