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Trademark Class 29: Meats and Processed Foods

Meat, fish, poultry and game; meat extracts; preserved, frozen, dried and cooked fruits and vegetables; jellies, jams, compotes; eggs; milk, cheese, butter, yoghurt and other milk products; oils and fats for food.

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Class 29 covers meat, fish, poultry, game, and a wide range of processed foods including preserved, frozen, dried, and cooked fruits and vegetables, dairy products, eggs, and edible oils and fats. It is one of two major food classes (alongside Class 30) and represents the protein-centric and processed food segments of the food industry.

Leading filers such as Nestlé, Tyson Foods, and Kraft Heinz demonstrate the class's importance to major food conglomerates. The class covers an expansive range: meat extracts, jellies, jams, compotes, milk, cheese, butter, yogurt, and other milk products all belong here. The common thread is that Class 29 goods are either animal-derived proteins or plant-based foods that have undergone processing — preserved, frozen, dried, or cooked.

The boundary between Class 29 and Class 30 is the most frequently navigated food classification question. The general principle is that Class 29 covers protein-based and processed foods, while Class 30 covers plant-based staple foods, seasonings, and confectionery. Specific pitfalls include: live animals belong in Class 31, not here. Seasonings and spices fall under Class 30. Animal feed is classified in Class 31. The distinction between "processed" fruits and vegetables (Class 29) and "raw/unprocessed" produce (Class 31) is another critical dividing line.

Food brands frequently file across Classes 29, 30, and 32 to cover their full product range. A snack company selling both cheese crackers and regular crackers would need both Classes 29 and 30. Beverage brands extending into dairy drinks file here alongside Class 32. The relationship to Class 43 for restaurant services is also important for food brands that operate both retail product lines and food service establishments.

What's Included in Class 29

Class 29 includes mainly foodstuffs of animal origin, as well as vegetables and other horticultural comestible products which are prepared or preserved for consumption.

  • meat-, fish-, fruit- or vegetable-based food;
  • edible insects;
  • milk beverages with milk predominating;
  • milk substitutes, for example, almond milk, coconut milk, peanut milk, rice milk, soya milk;
  • preserved mushrooms;
  • oils and fats, other than for food, for example, essential oils (Cl. 3), industrial oil (Cl. 4), castor oil for medical purposes (Cl. 5);
  • baby food (Cl. 5);
  • dietetic food and substances adapted for medical use (Cl. 5);
  • dietary supplements (Cl. 5);
  • salad dressings (Cl. 30);
🥦 Frozen vegetables and fruit
🥩 Beef jerky and dried meats
🧀 Yogurt, cheese, and butter
🥫 Canned soups and stews
🥛 Nut milks and dairy alternatives
🫒 Olive oil and cooking fats
🥚 Eggs and egg products
🥒 Pickles and preserved vegetables

Top Filers in Class 29

#OwnerFilings
1PERDUE FOODS LLC226
2FRITO-LAY NORTH AMERICA, INC.202
3HORMEL FOODS. LLC198
4PERFORMANCE FOOD GROUP, INC.177
5FRANK BRUNCKHORST CO., LLC166
6ALDI, INC.158
7B&G FOODS NORTH AMERICA, INC.125
8CJ CHEILJEDANG CORPORATION117
9SOCIÉTÉ DES PRODUITS NESTLÉ S.A.,108
10JONMOR INVESTMENTS, INC.102

Top Law Firms in Class 29

#FirmTotal
1PEPSICO, INC.1,052
2Holland & Hart LLP1,041
3Womble Bond Dickinson (US) LLP996
4VENABLE LLP924
5Fross Zelnick Lehrman & Zissu, P.C.894
6Merchant & Gould P.C.863
7Greenberg Traurig, LLP812
8LegalForce RAPC Worldwide, P.C.803
9Kilpatrick Townsend & Stockton LLP784
10Muncy, Geissler, Olds & Lowe, P.C.722

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Class 29 and Class 30?

Class 29 covers animal-derived products and processed plant foods (meat, fish, dairy, preserved/frozen fruits and vegetables, oils). Class 30 covers plant-based staples and prepared foods (coffee, tea, bread, pasta, chocolate, sauces, spices). Cheese is Class 29; pizza (as a prepared food) is Class 30.

Are protein bars in Class 29 or Class 30?

It depends on the primary ingredient. Protein bars primarily made from nuts, dairy, or meat products lean toward Class 29. Granola bars, cereal bars, and confectionery bars are in Class 30. Many snack brands file in both.

Does Class 29 cover fresh meat?

Yes. Both fresh and processed meat, fish, poultry, and game belong in Class 29. Fresh, unprocessed fruits and vegetables belong in Class 31.

Where do plant-based meat alternatives belong?

Plant-based meat substitutes (veggie burgers, tofu, tempeh, plant-based chicken) are classified in Class 29 as processed vegetable products. Even though they contain no animal products, their classification follows the food category they substitute. Brands like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods file in Class 29.

Are smoothie mixes and frozen acai packs in Class 29?

Yes. Frozen, preserved, or processed fruit and vegetable products — including frozen smoothie packs, acai puree, and dried fruit mixes — belong in Class 29. Ready-to-drink smoothie beverages, however, fall under Class 32 (non-alcoholic beverages).

Does Class 29 cover bone broth and stock?

Yes. Bone broth, meat stock, bouillon, and meat extracts are all classified in Class 29. These are animal-derived processed food products. Vegetable broth also falls in Class 29 as a processed vegetable product.

Where do nut butters and seed butters belong?

Peanut butter, almond butter, and other nut or seed butters are classified in Class 29 as processed food products. This also includes tahini and similar spreads. Fruit jams and preserves are also in Class 29. Chocolate spreads, however, belong in Class 30.

Are cheese alternatives and oat milk in Class 29?

Yes. Dairy alternatives — including oat milk, almond milk, coconut yogurt, and vegan cheese — are classified in Class 29 alongside their dairy counterparts. The classification follows the product type (milk products, cheese, butter) regardless of whether the source is animal or plant.

What is the most common mistake when filing food trademarks?

The most common mistake is filing only in Class 29 or Class 30 when your product line spans both. A snack company selling both beef jerky (Class 29) and pretzels (Class 30) needs both classes. Multi-ingredient products like trail mix may require filing in both classes depending on the dominant ingredients.

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