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Since January 1, 2026, trademark registration in Colombia has entered a new stage. This is not just a technical update: it changes how you must search, classify, and protect your trademark.<\/span><\/p>

The Nice Classification 13-2026 entered into force, adopted in accordance with Notice No. 37\/2025 of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), and at the same time, the official registration fees before the Superintendence of Industry and Commerce (SIC) were updated.<\/span><\/p>

If you are thinking about registering a trademark \u2014 or you already have one \u2014 this article explains what changed, why it matters, and how to avoid costly mistakes.<\/span><\/p>

What Does the Entry into Force of Nice Classification 13-2026 Mean?<\/b><\/h2>

Since 2026, all new trademark applications must be examined under Nice classification 13-2026.<\/span><\/p>

Key point:<\/span><\/p>

Trademarks registered before 2026 are NOT automatically reclassified.<\/span><\/p>

They retain the original class under which they were granted.<\/span><\/p>

New trademarks must comply with the new structure.<\/span><\/p>

This creates a new scenario: identical or very similar products may coexist in different classes, depending on the year the trademark was filed.<\/span><\/p>

\ud83d\udc49 Practical result: trademark searches can no longer be conducted in a single class.<\/span><\/p>

Most Relevant Structural Changes in Nice classification 13-2026<\/b><\/h2>

The new edition seeks to better reflect:<\/span><\/p>

The actual use of the product<\/span><\/p>

Its primary purpose<\/span><\/p>

Consumer perception<\/span><\/p>

Especially in technological, medical, textile, and consumer sectors.<\/span><\/p>

Optical Products: From Class 9 to Class 10<\/b><\/h2>

Many products traditionally considered \u201ctechnological\u201d are now understood as visual correction or medical devices.<\/span><\/p>

Among those moved to Class 10 are:<\/span><\/p>

  • Optical glasses and spectacles<\/span><\/li>
  • Corrective lenses and contact lenses<\/span><\/li>
  • Frames, cases, chains, and cords<\/span><\/li>
  • Color vision correction glasses<\/span><\/li>
  • Anti-reflective glasses and pince-nez<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

    \ud83d\udc49 If your trademark is in the optical sector, pay attention: the risk of conflict now exists in two classes.<\/span><\/p>

    Rescue and Safety Equipment: From Class 9 to Class 12<\/b><\/h2>

    These products are now reclassified as means of transport or specialized equipment.<\/span><\/p>

    Moved to Class 12:<\/span><\/p>

    • Firefighting trucks<\/span><\/li>
    • Fireboats<\/span><\/li>
    • Life rafts and rescue boats<\/span><\/li>
    • Evacuation chairs<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

      This impacts brands in industrial safety, emergency services, and logistics.<\/span><\/p>

      Electrically Heated Garments: From Class 11 to Class 25<\/b><\/h2>

      Nice classification 13-2026 changes the focus:<\/span><\/p>

      Technology is no longer the determining factor \u2014 they are considered clothing items.<\/span><\/p>

      Moved to Class 25:<\/span><\/p>

      • Electrically heated garments<\/span><\/li>
      • Electrically heated socks<\/span><\/li>
      • Textile accessories with heating function<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

        Key for brands in wearables, technical apparel, and outdoor clothing.<\/span><\/p>

        Food Adjustments: From Class 30 to Class 29<\/b><\/h2>

        Some products change classification based on their composition and function.<\/span><\/p>

        Moved to Class 29:<\/span><\/p>

        • Butter creams<\/span><\/li>
        • Icings<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

          \ud83d\udc49 A detail that may seem minor, but it can determine the outcome of an opposition.<\/span><\/p>

          The Biggest Risk in 2026: Incomplete Searches<\/b><\/h2>

          Since 2026:<\/span><\/p>

          There are older trademarks in the \u201cold\u201d class<\/span><\/p>

          And newer trademarks in the \u201cnew\u201d class<\/span><\/p>

          If you search in only one class:<\/span><\/p>

          You may fail to detect real conflicts<\/span><\/p>

          The risk increases for:<\/span><\/p>

          Oppositions<\/span><\/p>

          Refusals<\/span><\/p>

          Future litigation<\/span><\/p>

          \ud83d\udccc The new rule is double searching (previous class + current class).<\/span><\/p>

          New Official Trademark Registration Fees in Colombia (2026)<\/b><\/p>

          The updated fee structure reinforces the importance of having a clear strategy from the beginning.<\/span><\/p>

          Fees in force before the SIC in 2026:<\/span><\/p>

          Registration in one class: $1,348,500 COP<\/span><\/em><\/p>

          Each additional class: $674,000 COP<\/span><\/em><\/p>

          Registering \u201cjust to try\u201d or correcting later becomes expensive.<\/span><\/p>

          What Should Companies and Entrepreneurs Do in 2026?<\/b><\/h2>

          With Nice classification 13-2026 already in force, it is essential to:<\/span><\/p>

          Review classification strategy<\/span><\/p>

          Expand search criteria<\/span><\/p>

          Evaluate whether protection in more than one class is advisable<\/span><\/p>

          Adjust feasibility analysis before filing the application<\/span><\/p>

          This is especially important in sectors such as:<\/span><\/p>

          • Technology<\/span><\/li>
          • Medical<\/span><\/li>
          • Fashion and wearables<\/span><\/li>
          • Food and consumer goods<\/span><\/li><\/ul>

            A good decision today can prevent unnecessary costs and future conflicts.<\/span><\/p>

            Conclusion: Registering Trademarks in 2026 Requires More Strategy (Not Just Paperwork)<\/b><\/h2>

            Trademark registration in Colombia is no longer a simple form submission.<\/span><\/p>

            With Nice Classification 13-2026 and the new fees:<\/span><\/p>

            Incorrect classification = paying more<\/span><\/p>

            Poor search strategy = losing your trademark<\/span><\/p>

            Late legal advice = costly corrections<\/span><\/p>

            In this new stage, prevention is the best investment to protect your business\u2019s intangible assets.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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