What trade mark class is candles and home fragrance?
In the UK, candles and home fragrance usually goes in class 4 and class 3. Below: the class, example terms from the 2026 Nice list, the mistakes that cause objections, and when a second class is worth it.
Class 4
Candles are class 4. Class heading: Industrial oils and greases, wax; lubricants; dust absorbing, wetting and binding compositions.
Example terms (Nice list, 2026):
- candles
- perfumed candles
- soy candles
- wicks for candles
Class 3
Fragrance oils and room scents sit in class 3. Class heading: Non-medicated cosmetics and toiletry preparations; non-medicated dentifrices; perfumes.
Example terms (Nice list, 2026):
- essential oils for fragrancing
When we file, every term is picked from UKIPO's pre-approved list, so the wording itself does not draw an objection. Your mark is protected only for the terms you list.
Common mistakes
- Filing only class 3 for candles. Candles themselves are class 4.
- Adding classes for products you do not plan to sell. Each term increases the chance of a clash.
When a second class makes sense
Class 3 is worth adding if you sell reed diffusers, wax melts or fragrance oils under the same name.
UKIPO charges £205 online for the first class and £60 for each extra class.
Price with us: £374 all-in for one class (our fee £169 + the £205 UKIPO fee). Extra classes: £135 each (our £75 + UKIPO's £60), up to 3 classes; for 4 or more we quote. You pay first; if our check says High risk and you decide to stop, we refund everything except £39.
Can you register your name?
Send us the name and what you sell. We look at the UK register for identical and similar marks and email you the result, usually within 1 working day. Free, no obligation.
Which class is candles and home fragrance in?
Usually class 4 and class 3. The exact class depends on the goods or services you list.
Can I add a class later?
No. Once an application is submitted you cannot add goods, services or classes. A new class means a new application and a new fee.
How much does it cost?
UKIPO charges £205 online for one class and £60 for each extra class. With Markherald it is £374 all-in for one class.
- gov.uk, Before you apply (classes and terms)
- Nice Classification, 13th edition (version 2026, in force 1 January 2026), WIPO: class headings and the alphabetical list of goods and services.
- gov.uk, Apply to register a trade mark (£205 online for one class, £60 per extra class).
- UKIPO online application, review page (seen 11 Nov 2026): no changes to the mark and no added goods or services after you submit.
Checked 11 November 2026. We are a private filing service, not UKIPO, and this is general information, not legal advice.