Iraq-Baghdad Adopts the 11th Edition of the Nice Classification
We are pleased to inform you that the Trademark Office in Iraq-Baghdad has announced its adoption of the 11th edition of the Nice Classification. This transition aligns Iraq’s trademark classification system with international standards, replacing the previously used 7th edition.
Key Takeaways:
- The 11th edition will replace the 7th edition’s sub-classes, simplifying the classification of goods and services.
- While the exact implementation date is yet to be confirmed, it is expected that the 11th edition will come into effect by January 2025.
- A key change includes the reclassification of services under Class 42—existing registrations may be impacted, and it remains unclear if reclassification will occur automatically or require further actions from trademark holders.
- The practice of alphabetically listing classification headings may be discontinued under the new system.
At this stage, we advise trademark holders to stay updated on official announcements from the Trademark Office in Iraq-Baghdad and assess any potential impact on their registered trademarks.
For any queries or assistance related to trademark registration and updates in Iraq, please feel free to reach out to us at: iraq@alyafi-ip.com.
