What trademark class is a catering company in?

Most catering companies register in classes 43 and 35. Class 43 covers restaurants & hospitality; Class 35 covers advertising & retail. You only ever register the classes that match what you actually sell.

Do catering companies need to register in more than one class?

Often, yes. A trademark is only protected in the classes you register, and you pay a fee for each one. Many catering companies file in classes 43 and 35 together, then add others as the business grows.

How much does it cost a catering company to register a trademark?

Filing direct with the UK IPO costs £205 for the first class and £60 for each additional class, so a catering company covering classes 43 and 35 pays about £265. The fee isn't refunded if your mark is refused — which is why checking the name is free first matters.

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Which trademark classes does a catering company need?

Most catering companies register in class 43 (Restaurants & hospitality) and class 35 (Advertising & retail).

Catering is a hospitality service, so the food-and-drink-services class is the core registration. Caterers that also run events or sell packaged food add the entertainment and food classes.

Last reviewed June 2026

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The classes catering companies usually register in

Also worth considering

Depending on how far your range extends, you may also want:

Class 41 Education & entertainment Event services — if you organise the events themselves, not just the catering.

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Frequently asked questions

What trademark class is a catering company in?: Most catering companies register in classes 43 and 35. Class 43 covers restaurants & hospitality; Class 35 covers advertising & retail. You only ever register the classes that match what you actually sell.
Do catering companies need to register in more than one class?: Often, yes. A trademark is only protected in the classes you register, and you pay a fee for each one. Many catering companies file in classes 43 and 35 together, then add others as the business grows.
How much does it cost a catering company to register a trademark?: Filing direct with the UK IPO costs £205 for the first class and £60 for each additional class, so a catering company covering classes 43 and 35 pays about £265. The fee isn't refunded if your mark is refused — which is why checking the name is free first matters. See the full cost breakdown .

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These are the classes catering companies most commonly register, not a full legal specification — when you file, you list the exact goods or services you need. This is general information, not legal advice. See also our guide to registering a UK trademark, or browse other business types.