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SECTION I - CLASS DEFINITION

This class provides for design patents claiming ornamental designs for:

1. Hand-held fans and elements

2. Umbrella, parasols, canes, and crutches

3. Storage containers for hand-sewing-type equipment

4. Storage containers for shoe shine equipment, including kits

5. Carrier or storage containers for personal belongings

6. Elements and attachments specific to articles in this class

SECTION II - REFERENCES TO OTHER CLASSES

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D2Apparel and Haberdashery,   subclass 614 for glove or hand covering combined with purse or pouch, subclass 839 for vest- or jacket-type multiple holder (e.g., fisherman’s -or photographer’s-type vest), subclass 864 for apron-type tool, subclass 866 for headwear (e.g., hat) combined with glasses, and subclass 905 for athletic shoe combined with pocket.
D4Brushware,   subclass 104 for finger cot, subclass 108 for combined toothbrush and storage container, and subclass 199 for toothbrush storage container.
D6Furnishings,   subclasses 407 through 635for storage cabinet for reproduction tape, film, or disk; and subclass 552 for wall-mounted or fixed-type rack or holder for sports articles.
D7Equipment for Preparing or Serving Food or Drink Not Elsewhere Specified,   subclasses 605 through 608for insulated food or beverage container, subclass 619 for beverage container holder or serving caddy, and subclass 635 for open-type toothpick holder.
D8Tools and Hardware,   subclasses 1 through 106for tool, subclasses 300-320 for handle, subclass 382 for generic snap-type closure, and digests 1-10 for handle configurations.
D9Packages and Containers for Goods,   subclasses 600 through 762, 500-575 and subclasses 414-433 for disposable-type packaging, including record jacket; subclass 700 for sewing kit or needle and thread package; subclasses 600-681 for simulative bottles and disposable containers; and subclasses 516-575 or generic bottle.
D11Jewelry, Symbolic Insignia, and Ornaments,   subclass 78.1 for moneyclip, subclass 220 for apparel-type snap closure or fastener, and subclass 221 for apparel-type zipper.
D12Transportation,   subclass 130 for industrial designs for walkers, subclass 133 for elements or attachments for walkers, subclass 402 for bicycle cover, and subclass 417 vehicle visor-attached-type eyeglass holder.
D13Equipment for Production, Distribution, or Transformation of Energy,   subclass 168 for remote control.
D15Machines Not Elsewhere Specified,   subclasses 69 through 76for sewing machine and subclass 72 for sewing machine cabinet.
D16Photography and Optical Equipment,   subclass 236 for cartridge for holding photographic slides and subclass 339 for mask strap or cord retainer for attaching to eyeglasses.
D18Printing and Office Machinery,   subclass 11 for slide rule case.
D19Office Supplies; Artists’ and Teachers’ Materials,   subclasses 26 through 31for checkbook and subclasses 41-51 for marking instrument.
D21Games, Toys, and Sports Goods,   subclasses 793 through 795for golf tool and subclass 796 for golf club holder or stand.
D22Arms, Pyrotechnics, Hunting and Fishing Equipment,   subclass 104 for pistol, subclass 107 for quiver, and subclass 118 for sword or hunting knife.
D23Environmental Heating and Cooling; Fluid Handling and Sanitary Equipment,   subclass 410 for coal basket.
D24Medical and Laboratory Equipment,   subclass 145 for medical suturing device; and subclass 224 for medication vessel, such as vile or bottle.
D26Lighting,   subclasses 37 through 50for hand-held or body-attached light.
D27Tobacco and Smokers’ Supplies,   subclasses 180 through 182for pipe holder or rack; and subclasses 183-192 for tobacco jar, pouch, or cigarette case.
D28Cosmetic Products and Toilet Articles,   subclasses 56 through 60for manicure tools; subclass 61 for manicure rack, stand, tray, or kit; and subclass 76 for soap bar container; and subclasses 78-84 for compact for cosmetic product.
D29Equipment for Safety, Protection, and Rescue,   subclasses 101.1 through 101.4for harness-type carrier.
D32Washing, Cleaning, or Drying Machine,   subclass 14.1 for shoeshine machine and subclass 37 for laundry basket.
D34Material or Article Handling Equipment,   subclass 39 for barrel, cask, or drum.
D99Miscellaneous,   subclasses 34 through 42for coin holder or bank.

SUBCLASSES

[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 1]    1HAND FAN:
 This subclass is indented under the class definition.  Design for device waved manually to create a flow or current of air.
(1) Note. Element included in this and in indented subclasses.

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D23Environmental Heating and Cooling; Fluid Handling and Sanitary Equipment,   subclasses 370 through 384for power-type fan.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 2]    2Folding:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 1.  Design that includes a provision for bending or sliding into a compact configuration.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 3]    3Simulative:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 2.  Design that includes an ornamental feature or features that simulate the ornamental appearance of another object either as applied ornamentation or form.
(1) Note. The search for a hand fan that simulates the appearance of another object should also include the appropriate Design Class and subclass(es) for the actual object.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 4]    4Simulative:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 1.  Design that includes an ornamental feature or features that simulate the ornamental appearance for another object either as applied ornamentation or form.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 5]    5UMBRELLA OR PARASOL, WALKING SUPPORT:
 This subclass is indented under the class definition.  Design for a collapsible ribbed canopy mounted on a central pole or stick manually used to protect against rain or sun and stick-type aid used to stand or walk.

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D12Transportation,   subclass 130 for industrial designs for walkers and subclass 133 for elements or attachments for walkers.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 6]    6Simulative:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 5.  Design that includes an ornamental feature or features that simulate the ornamental appearance of another object either as applied ornamentation or form.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 7]    7Cane or walking support:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 5.  Design for hand-held stick-type support used to aid standing or walking.
(1) Note. Includes swagger stick.

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D12Transportation,   subclass 130 for industrial designs for walkers and subclass 133 for elements or attachments for walkers.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 8]    8Underarm support:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 7.  Design for support that extends to the ground from beneath the shoulder at the arm.
(1) Note. Includes crutch.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 9]    9Plural tips:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 7.  Design that includes more than one end member or cap attachment.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 10]    10Element or attachment:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 5.  Design for parts or accessory-type attachments for umbrella, parasol, or walking support.
(1) Note. The subject matter in this subclass and its indented subclasses must show an element or an attachment specific to umbrellas, parasols, etc. Generic-type elements, which could also be used as elements or attachments for articles in other Design Classes, are excluded.
(2) Note. Element or attachments for this subject matter subject matter could be included as part of a disclosure that is directed to a complete article. Accordingly, a proper search for an element or attachment should include a search for the complete article.

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5through 9, for designs of complete articles which include disclosure of elements.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 11]    11Carrying case or sleeve:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 10.  Design for protective cover or container specific for umbrella, parasol, cane, or walking support.

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300,for generic sleeve-type carrier or storage container.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 12]    12Handle:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 10.  Design for hand-type support specific to an umbrella, parasol, cane, or walking support.

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D8Tools and Hardware,   subclasses 300 through 320for handle and digests 1-10 for handle configurations.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 13]    13Combined with diverse article:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 12.  Design combined with an article that, if disclosed separately, would be proper subject matter for a subsequent subclass or design patent class.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 14]    14Simulative:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 12.  Design that includes an ornamental feature or features that simulate the ornamental appearance of another object either as applied ornamentation or in form.
(1) Note. The search for a hand fan that simulates the appearance of another object should also include the appropriate Design Class and subclass(es) for the actual object.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 15]    15Animate:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 14.  Design that includes an ornamental feature or features that simulate the ornamental appearance for an animal or part of an animal (including human animal) either as applied ornamentation or general form.

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D21Games, Toys and Sports Goods,   subclasses 576 through 657for toy animal figure.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 16]    16Offset or asymmetrical:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 12.  Design that lacks symmetry in general form.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 17]    17Tip or ferrule:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 10.  Design for cap or ring used to ornament the end of an umbrella, parasol, or cane.

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D8Tools and Hardware,   subclass 374 for furniture-type tip or cap.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 18]    18HAND SEWING, KNITTING, AND EMBROIDERY EQUIPMENT:
 This subclass is indented under the class definition.  Design for article or accessory for manually joining or decorating textile-type material with thread, yarn, or filament.

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280,for sewing machine case.

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D9Packages and Containers for Goods,   subclass 700 for sewing kit or needle and thread packages.
D10Measuring, Testing, or Signalling Instruments,   subclass 97 for counter used in knitting.
D15Machines Not Elsewhere Specified,   subclasses 66 through 76for sewing machine and subclass 72 for sewing machine cabinet.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 20]    20Article storage or holder:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 18.  Design for storage container specific to hand sewing, knitting or embroidery equipment.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 21]    21Simulative:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 20.  Design that includes an ornamental feature or features that simulate the ornamental appearance of another object either as applied ornamentation or in form.
(1) Note. The search for a hand fan that simulates the appearance of another object should also include the appropriate Design Class and subclass(es) for the actual object.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 22]    22Pincushion:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 21.  Design for pad to hold pins.

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27,for pincushion that does not simulate another object.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 23]    23Yarn, thread, etc.:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 20.  Design for the storage of indeterminate length of thin, spun textile material.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 24]    24Spool type:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 23.  Design for reel-type holder for winding yarn or thread.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 25]    25Multiple spindle type:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 24.  Design for multiple holder or spool.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 26]    26Work holder:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 20.  Design for supporting sewing, needlework, or embroidery-type materials.

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D5Textile or Paper Yard Goods; Sheet Material,   for embroidered, knitted, or crocheted material.
D6Furnishings,   for cabinet or furniture-type storage.
D15Machines Not Elsewhere Specified,   subclass 72 for sewing machine cabinet.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 27]    27Pincushion:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 20.  Design for pad to hold pins.

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22,for simulative pincushion.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 28]    28Needle- or bodkin-type implement:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 18.  Design for pin device that includes a point at one end and a hole for thread at the other end used for hand sewing.
(1) Note. Includes blunt, thick needle with a large eye, and similar article.

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D15Machines Not Elsewhere Specified,   subclasses 69 through 77for sewing machine needle holders claimed as elements for a sewing machine, and subclass 78 for industrial-type needle holders.
D24Medical and Laboratory Equipment,   subclass 145 for medical suturing device.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 29]    29Thimble:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 18.  Design for finger protector used in hand sewing or embroidery.

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D4Brushware,   subclass 104 for finger cot.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 200]    200SHOESHINE CASE, KIT, OR FOOTREST:
 This subclass is indented under the class definition.  Design for storage container for shoe polishing equipment or foot support used to support foot for shoe polishing.

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D4Brushware,   miscellaneous subclasses for shoeshine brush.
D32Washing, Cleaning, or Drying Machine,   subclass 14.1 for shoeshine machine and subclass 47 for shoe or boot scraper.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 201]    201CARRIER OR STORAGE CONTAINER:
 This subclass is indented under the class definition.  Design for reusable container used to hold personal belongings for travel or storing.
(1) Note. Designs in this and indented subclasses are classified by full-line disclosure only.

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D6Furnishings,   for furniture-type storage cabinets; and subclasses 407 through 635for storage containers and furniture specifically directed to audio-visual and information recording media, such as magnetic tape, CD-ROM, recordings, etc.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 202]    202Beverage vessel:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 201.  Design for holding liquid.
(1) Note. Includes canteen and handled flask.

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229,for body-attached beverage container, pouch, or carrier.
304through 314 and indented subclasses, for bin, tray, or basket designed for the purpose of carrying beverage containers.

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D7Equipment for Preparing or Serving Food or Drink Not Elsewhere Specified,   subclass 619 for beverage container holder or serving caddy.
D9Packages and Containers for Goods,   subclasses 600 through 762for simulative bottles and disposable containers and subclasses 516-575 for generic bottle.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 203.1]    203.1Medical equipment or medication:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 201.  Design for the storage or carrying personal medications or emergency type medications or treatment materials.
(1) Note. Includes emergency or first aid kit.

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264,through 266, for eyeglass or contact lens case.

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D4Brushware,   subclass 108 for toothbrush combined with case, and subclass 199 for toothbrush storage container.
D9Packages and Containers for Goods,   appropriate subclassfor generic disposable packaging for medications.
D24Medical and Laboratory Equipment,   subclass 224 for professionally administered medication, such as chemotherapy or biological specimen container.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 203.2]    203.2Pill or tablet:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 203.1.  Design for the storage of pellet or wafer type medication.

Example of a design for a storage container for a pill or tablet.

Example of a design for a storage container for a pillor tablet.

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D9Packages and Containers for Goods,   subclass 339.2 for dispensing type disposable blister package for medication, subclass 339.3 for dial type disposable packaging for medication.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 203.3]    203.3Compartmented:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 203.2.  Design that shows or has a provision for being divided into plural compartments or areas.

Example of a design for a compartmental storage container for a pill or tablet.

Example of a design for a compartmental storage containerfor a pill or tablet.

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D9Packages and Containers for Goods,   subclasses 751 through 760for compartmented disposable packaging for generic compartmented packaging.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 203.4]    203.4Dial type:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 203.3.  Design that turns, twists or swivels to release individual pill, wafer or tablet of medication.

Example of a design for a dial type storage container for a pill or tablet.

Example of a design for a dial type storage container for apill or tablet.

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D9Packages and Containers for Goods,   subclass 339.3 for dial type disposable packaging for medication.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 203.5]    203.5Tampon or bandage:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 203.1.  Design for container specifically designed for the storage for personal hygiene or absorbent type bandage material.

Example of a design for a storage container for tampon or bandage.

Example of a design for a storage container for tampon orbandage.

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D9Packages and Containers for Goods,   subclasses 415 through 499for box or package.
D24Medical and Laboratory Equipment,   subclass 141 for medical tampon, subclass 189 for bandage.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 203.6]    203.6First aid kit or case:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 203.1.  Design for a storage container for medical articles for the care of victims of minor accidents.

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D6Furnishings,   subclasses 512 through 574for generic article support or dispenser.
D24Medical and Laboratory Equipment,   subclasses 107 through 182for medical tools, per se.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 203.7]    203.7Medical worker specific:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 203.6.  Design for storage container for medical treatment articles designed for use by a medical technician, nurse or doctor.

Example of a design for a first aid kit for a medical worker.

Example of a design for a first aid kit for a medical worker.

  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 203.8]    203.8Diabetic case:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 203.6.  Design for storage container for medical articles for personal care or treatment of diabetes.
(1) Note: Includes syringe case.

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247through 253 , for wallet.
273through 302 , for generic enclosed storage containers.

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D24Medical and Laboratory Equipment,   subclass 12 for syringe.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 204]    204Musical instrument:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 201.  Design for article for music-type device.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 205]    205Personal grooming article:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 201.  Design for shaving, manicure implement, or personal hygiene.

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D4Brushware,   subclass 108 for toothbrush combined with case and subclass 199 for toothbrush storage container.
D7Equipment for Preparing or Serving Food or Drink Not Elsewhere Specified,   subclass 635 for open-type toothpick holder.
D9Packages and Containers for Goods,   subclass 735 and 736 for razor blade packaging that releases contents sequentially and subclass 748 for packaging for razor.
D28Cosmetic Products and Toilet Articles,   subclasses 56 through 60for manicure tools; and subclass 61 for manicure rack, stand, tray, or kit.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 206]    206Writing or marking supplies:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 201.  Design for articles for manually held device for written communication or drawing.
(1) Note. Includes pencil box, crayon carrier, and the like.

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D19Office Supplies; Artists’ and Teachers’ Materials,   subclasses 41 through 51for marking instrument.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 207]    207Key holder, chain, or case:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 201.  Design for storage container for article used to lock or unlock something, or series of connected links or fob for said article.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 208]    208Combined with diverse article:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 207.  Design combined with an article normally not associated with this subject and, if disclosed separately, would be proper subject matter for a subsequent subclass or design patent class.
(1) Note. Excludes key holder, etc. combined with flash drive.

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D14Recording, Communication, or Information Retrieval Equipment,   subclass 480.3 for flash drive combined with key holder, chair or case.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 209]    209Light:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 208.  Design combined with a lamp.

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D26Lighting,   subclasses 37 through 50for hand-held or body-attached light.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 210]    210Tool:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 208.  Design combined with a mechanical-type instrument.

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D8Tools and Hardware,   subclasses 1 through 106for tool.
D13Equipment for Production, Distribution, or Transformation of Energy,   subclass 168 for remote control.
D21Games, Toys, and Sports Goods,   subclasses 793 through 795for golf-type tool.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 211]    211Simulative:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 207.  Design that includes an ornamental feature or features that simulate the ornamental appearance of another article either as applied ornamentation or form.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 212]    212Case:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 207.  Design for an enclosed or substantially enclosed storage-type container.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 213]    213Child carrier:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 201.  Design for transporting infant or toddler by body means.

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D30Animal Husbandry,   subclass 109 for animal carrier.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 214]    214Backpack or sling type:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 213.  Design that attaches or straps to the human or animal back or shoulder.
  
[List of Patents for class D3 subclass 215]    215Attachable to body, apparel, or belt:
 This subclass is indented under subclass 201.  Design that attaches to the human body, clothing, or strip worn around the waist.

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