CPC Definition - Subclass A61Q
This place covers:
- Cosmetic compositions having one or more ingredient(s) classified in A61K 8/00, i.e. ingredients considered to belong to the core of the invention (*).
- Only principal use(s) linked to the inventive effect (**). A patent document, i.e. claims, description and examples are pertinent to classify principal and eventually additional use(s) (**).) (**).
- Cosmetics or similar toiletry preparations should be further classified in subclass A61K 8/00, i.e. definition of chemical ingredients and physical form of the preparations which is defined as the core of the invention (*).
- Uses concerning further soap bars or cleaning methods (washing or hard cleaning compositions) are classified in C11D.
- Compositions which can be used in a therapeutic treatment should be further classified in A61P and also in A61K 31/00 - A61K 51/00 if they are defined by their ingredients or in A61K 9/00 if they are defined by their physical form.
- Use of a composition as food or dietary supplement is further classified in A23L.
Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Artificial eyelash or hair | |
Artificial nails | |
Artificial skin | |
Preparations for dentistry | |
Medicinal preparation characterised by physical form | |
Deodorisation of air | |
Therapeutic activity | |
Compounds per se | |
Essential oils or perfumes per-se | |
Bar soap | |
Dyeing of wool |
The last place rule is not applicable in this subclass.
This subclass is always combined with the subclass A61K 8/00 and can be further classified in A61K 2800/00 and/or A61Q.
Properties of cosmetic compositions or active ingredients thereof or formulation aids used therein and process related aspects | A61K 2800/00 and subgroups |
The Indexing symbols of this scheme are to be used mainly with classification A61K 8/00 and A61Q and is considered to be obligatory supplementary classification of subject matter already classified in A61K 8/00 and A61Q if applicable.
Compositions or compounds characterised by specific properties |
This subclass is considered as additional information (**), i.e. obligatory supplementary classification of subject matter already classified in A61K 8/00 and A61Q if applicable. This subclass concerns cosmetic uses which are indicated as eventual application(s) for the composition, see Example II.
Example I: general cosmetic use.
Some patent documents are concerned with general formulation problems like viscosity or specific preparations (i.e. suspensions or gels), i.e. no specific cosmetic use is thus foreseen. In those cases, classification is made in A61Q 19/00.
Example II: principal or additional use(s).
A skin moisturising composition which is further used in a anti-ageing preparation or as lip cream, would be classified in A61Q 19/00 and as additional information in A61Q 19/08 or A61Q 19/001.
A skin moisturising composition which is further used in an anti-ageing preparation or as lip cream, would be classified in A61Q 19/00 and as additional information in A61Q 19/08 or A61Q 19/001.
If the active is a new sunscreen and an anti-ageing preparation which contains this new compound is exemplified, it should be classified in A61Q 17/04 and as additional information in A61Q 19/08.
If the active is a compound to condition the hair and a shampoo or a colouring composition (non-permanent hair dyeing containing direct dyes) is exemplified, it should be classified in A61Q 5/12 and as additional information A61Q 5/02 and A61Q 5/065.
In this place, the following terms or expressions are used with the meaning indicated:
(*) Core of the invention | Compounds in the composition or specific form (example: emulsion, foam) linked to the effect aimed. This means that not all compounds present in a composition are classified. To classify a document, the claims, the description and the examples have to be checked. Only specific components, i.e. those present in the exemplified compositions, are classified not a general concept or a general formula. |
(**) Principal use vs. additional use | The principal use is linked to the effect intended in the document and is classified in A61Q. In the claims or examples further uses or types of compositions are often described which should be classified in A61Q. For example: a mixture of compounds is directed to an anti-aging purpose (A61Q 19/08) which is further introduced in sunscreen composition (A61Q 17/04). |
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Preparations which are intended to be topically applied to adorn, groom, absorb or to remove unwanted skin preparations.
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Foundation ("fond de teint") .
Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Foundations (i.e."fond de teint") |
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Lips gloss.
Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Preparations for the lips, e.g. lip gloss |
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Preparations for the cheeks, e.g. blush.
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Preparations for eye lashes, eye brows or eye shadows.
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Foundations powders; Compact powders.
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Preparations which are topically applied to artificial or natural nails of the hands or feet for adorning, treating, fortifying, removing nail cuticles, or removing unwanted nail preparations.
Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Artificial nails are classified in per se |
Compositions for the in situ formation of artificial nails should be classified in A61K 8/02 together with the appropriate Indexing Code under A61K 2800/00.
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Nail coatings, nail enamels, nail gloss.
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Preparations applied to the hair or scalp for for grooming, adorning, protecting, or otherwise treating.
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Preparations for relaxing or curling the hair
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Preparations containing only direct dyes without the addition of any oxidation dye.
Hair dye compositions containing a direct dye and an oxidising agent, "lightening compositions" ("compositions éclaircissante") should be classified in A61Q 5/065 together with the Indexing Code A61K 2800/434.
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Preparations for removing dyes from the hair.
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Repigmentation of hair; Decorative depot; White hair dying ("Canitie").
Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Dyeing of wool |
Hair dye compositions containing an oxidation dye and further a direct dye should be classified in A61Q 5/10 .
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Preparations against hirsutism.
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Preparations which are applied topically to induce hair removal or to assist in the easier removal of hair.
Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
After shaves |
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Preparations for maintaining hygiene of the mouth and teeth and for enhancing the appearance of the teeth, e.g. compositions for whitening or bleaching teeth.
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Preparations containing perfume and additives to improve the longevity or intensity or to stabilize a perfuming compound, e.g. aromatherapy.
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Preparations which are topically applied to the body to inhibit or decrease perspiration or to neutralize, by other than a masking effect,, the odor caused by perspiration or to neutralize perspiration odor by action on a microorganism.
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Preparations which are topically applied to the skin to prevent or decrease the harmful effects of the environment, e.g. chemical irritants.
Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
For treating wounds, ulcers, burns, scars, keloids, or the like | |
Chemical means for combating harmful chemical agents |
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Preparations which are topically applied to the skin to eliminate or decrease the presence of microorganisms on the body, e.g. hand disinfection products.
Antimicrobial washing compositions should be classified in A61Q 17/005 together with A61Q 19/10.
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Preparations which are topically applied to the skin to eliminate or repel the presence of insects on or around the body, e.g. anti-lice compositions.
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Compositions comprising ultraviolet filters for protection of skin and hair;
Protection against IR, X-Rays or other radiation.
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Cosmetic post-treatment of sun damage | |
Preparations for treating ageing of skin and hair due to free radical action |
Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Compositions for chemically tanning the skin e.g. containing dihydroxyacetone |
Preparations for treating skin and hair damage due to free radical action from external sources, e.g. sun damage, should be classified in A61Q 17/04 together with the Indexing Code A61K 2800/522
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Preparations for improving the barrier function; Preparations to treat wrinkles which have not been originated by aging, e.g. due to lack of sebum, e.g. moisturising.
Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Preparations to treat wrinkles which have been originated by ageing | |
Artificial skin | |
Anti-acne compositions |
Peeling and exfoliating compositions should be classified in A61Q 19/00 together with the Indexing Code A61K 2800/28.
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Compositions for care of the lips which comprise no skin colorant.
Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Lip care compositions comprising colorants |
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Cosmetic post-treatment of sun damages.
Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Barrier preparations, e.g. for preventing or avoiding sun damages |
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Baby care products; Products for application around the eyes or in the genital area, e.g. compositions for treating "regions périnéofessières" e.g. compositions for treating perino anal regions and buttocks.
Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Medical preparations for treatment of the urogenital system |
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Compositions against blotchiness or mottling; Preparations for treating age spots.
Tattoo removing compositions should be classified in
A61Q 19/02 together with the appropriate Indexing Code under A61K 2800/00.
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Preparations for changing the skin colour.
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Preparations for reducing the appearance of cellulite, i.e., dimpled fat deposits under the skin, e.g. slimming compositions.
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Preparation to treat wrinkles (all types of wrinkles); Preparations for treating skin and hair ageing due to free radical action.
Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Preparations for treating age spots |
Preparations for treating ageing of skin and hair due to free radical action should be classified in A61Q 19/08 together with the Indexing Code A61K 2800/522.
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Cleansing compositions; Scrubbing compositions e.g. exfoliation products.
Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Soap bars |
Scrubbing compositions should be classified in A61Q 19/00 .
No document should be classified in this subgroup.