Trademark class 3: cosmetics & cleaning
Updated October 5, 2026
Class 3 covers non-medicated cosmetics, skincare and perfumery, plus non-medicated cleaning and laundry preparations. Medicated versions of the same products belong in class 5.
- Class
- 3
- Type
- Goods
- Commonly confused with
- Classes 5, 21, 44, 1
What class 3 covers
Non-medicated cosmetics and toiletry preparations; non-medicated dentifrices; perfumery, essential oils; bleaching preparations and other substances for laundry use; cleaning, polishing and abrasive preparations.
Cosmetics, skincare, haircare and fragrance brands, and makers of non-medicated cleaning and laundry products.
Classes confused with class 3
- Class 5, pharmaceuticals: Medicated preparations. A non-medicated moisturiser or shampoo sits in class 3; the same product sold with a therapeutic or medicinal claim, such as a medicated shampoo or acne treatment, belongs in class 5.
- Class 21, houseware & glass: Cosmetic instruments. Make-up brushes, applicators and cleaning cloths are class 21 goods, even though the products they apply are class 3.
- Class 44, medical & beauty care: Beauty services. A salon, spa or beautician service is class 44; only the products themselves are class 3.
- Class 1, chemicals: Raw ingredients. Vitamins, preservatives and antioxidants used to manufacture cosmetics are industrial chemicals in class 1.
Classes filed alongside class 3
- Class 5, pharmaceuticals: Medicated or therapeutic lines, such as anti-dandruff or acne products.
- Class 21, houseware & glass: Branded brushes, applicators and cosmetic tools.
- Class 35, advertising & business: A shop or online store that also stocks other brands.
- Class 44, medical & beauty care: Salon, spa or beauty-treatment services under the same brand.
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Frequently asked questions
Non-medicated skincare is class 3. If the product is marketed with a medical or therapeutic claim, such as treating a skin condition, it moves to class 5. Brands selling both kinds usually file in both classes.
Class 3 covers non-medicated cosmetics and toiletries; class 5 covers pharmaceuticals and medicated preparations. The deciding factor is the claim: a product that treats a condition is class 5, a product that cleans or beautifies is class 3.
No. Class 3 covers the products, not the service. A salon or spa files in class 44, which covers hygienic and beauty care services. A brand that sells products and runs salons can file both.
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