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The EuroClass project, which allows the comparison of
classifications for goods and services from participating European offices, has
taken another step forward with the integration of the Danish, Maltese and Swiss
offices.
EuroClass, which now allows easy comparison of the differences in classification
between 16 European offices and gives access to the accepted terms in each
office, is seen as an important first step towards the ultimate goal of
harmonising goods and services terms completely.
Progress is also being made in parallel towards the creation of such a common
database, with some offices currently validating translations and a large number
of others expressing interest. OHIM is developing an electronic tool to
coordinate the work of introducing new terms, and the modification or deletion
of existing ones. In case of disagreement on such changes among participating
offices, WIPO will act as arbiter.
Progress on common classification database
EuroClass
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