Trademark Class G Meaning

The symbol means registered trademark. Using it on an unregistered mark is not just misleading; it is a criminal offence under the Trade Marks Act 1994. This guide explains what you can and cannot do, and the penalties for getting it wrong.

The TTABs decision turned on the meaning of the term namely used in the class description. Starting at a high level, a trademarks class description must state common names for goods or services, be as complete and specific as possible, and avoid indefinite words and phrases.