The USPTO, the European Office of Harmonization, and the JPO have agreed on a list of identifications and classifications for goods and services for trademark applications filed in the three offices. The initial list includes over 7,000 entries. More are expected to be added as they are agreed to by the offices.
According to the USPTO Press Release:
“This is a wonderful step for all three offices, but its greatest significance is that it benefits users of our trademark registration systems,” noted Acting Under Secretary for Intellectual Property Jon Dudas. “Knowing that a given trademark identification will be accepted by the European Union, Japan and the United States provides the type of certainty that facilitates business and encourages American entrepreneurs to obtain intellectual property protection in global markets.”
Contact:
Ruth Nyblod
703-305-8341
ruth.nyblod@uspto.gov