Compositions, physical forms thereof, and the application or method of use of specific materials, compositions, or single compounds for the following purposes:

Compositions used to protect the wound and scions of newly grafted plants or to cover the wounds on pruned plants (i.e. grafting wax).

Chemical agents used for the sexual sterilization of invertebrates (e.g. insects).

Subclass A01N may overlap with many other subclasses relating to the use of biocides. In general, classification in A01N is given to documents which are relevant for biocidal compositions or methods which are used on non-living subjects, plants, humans or animals when the desired effect is not mainly pharmaceutical or cosmetic. For example, compositions for protecting pets against insect pests are classified in A01N, whereas anthelmintic compositions are classified in A61K.

Insect repellant compositions or anti-lice shampoos are classified in A01N, whereas compositions where such an effect is only optional are classified in A61K.

Further, documents in which the disinfectant or biocidal effect depends on the application of a particular method or apparatus are classified in the relevant classes such as A61L (disinfectant methods) or B27K (wood impregnation). Only when a document relates to technical features that are essentially chemical (and biocidal) in nature should it be classified in A01N.

Documents disclosing chemical substances and/or the preparation thereof only are classified in A01N in cases where the biocidal or pesticidal effect is an essential part of the disclosure, for example when it is demonstrated in an example.

While substances that chemically modify a plant's metabolism are classified in A01N, compositions that affect the growth of a plant solely by supplying nutrients ordinarily required for growth, e.g. fertiliser, plant food, are classified in C05. Materials used to prevent or cure mineral deficiencies in plants, such as iron chelates used to cure iron chlorosis, are also classified in C05.

The activities (e.g. rodenticidal, herbicidal) of biocidal, pest repellant, pest attractant or plant growth regulatory preparations must also be classified in A01P when such activities are determined to be invention information.

When biocides, pest repellants, pest attractants or plant growth regulators are compounds or contain compounds which are determined to be invention information, the compounds must also be classified in C01, C07, C08 or C12N. When these compounds are considered to be of interest for search purposes, they may also be classified in C01, C07, C08 or C12N.

In A01N 27/00 - A01N 65/00, the last place priority rule is applied, i.e. at each hierarchical level, in the absence of an indication to the contrary, classification for an active ingredient is made in the last appropriate place.

Where a compound is described as existing in tautomeric forms, it is classified as if existing in the form that is classified last in the system.

Compounds covered by different main groups according to alternatively specified parts of their formulae are classified in all of the relevant main groups. (However, for practical reasons, for example to avoid too many classification symbols, only preferred or exemplified embodiments may be classified instead of every possible entity within the scope of a formula).

Generally, compounds are classified according to their chemical structure. However, in case the active ingredient is known to be a particular metabolite or derivative of the parent compound, the class for the actually active species should be given or at least also be given (see also the remarks under groups A01N 27/00, A01N 35/02 or A01N 59/00).

Salts formed between two or more organic compounds are classified as the compound providing the essential ion and it is also classified as the compound providing the other ion.

Salts or metal chelates of an organic compound are classified as that compound.

(However, in case the metal ion is the active species, this should be classified as well, for example as combination-sets (see below)).

In this subclass, a foodstuff is not considered as an active ingredient.

Different materials applied in sequence, at different times, are considered as a mixture of all materials employed. Synergistic or potentiated compositions are classified as if the synergist or potentiator is an active ingredient.

With respect to the classification of mixtures of active or formulation ingredients: see combination-sets below.

For this subclass the definitions of groups of chemical elements as given under the title of section C is used.

In groups A01N 25/00 - A01N 65/00 the symbol X means nitrogen, oxygen, sulfur or a halogen; Y means nitrogen, oxygen or sulfur. A dotted line between atoms by itself indicates an optional bond, an underscored dotted line

(

) indicates a single or double bond.

Orthogonal indexing code A01N 2300/00 shall not be used as a single symbol, and is only used as a subsequent symbol in a C-Set. The information about how to use orthogonal indexing code A01N 2300/00 in a C-Set can be found in C-Sets classification in A01N 27/00.

In this subclass, C-Sets classification is applied to the following groups listed in the table below if the document discloses a pertinent combination of technical features that cannot be covered by the allocation of a single symbol. The fourth column of the table indicates the place where the detailed information about the C-Sets construction and the associated syntax rules can be found, in the definition section "Special rules of classification".

The specific C-Sets rule is located at only one place of the base symbol in the section "Special rules of classification" in the definition. If the C-Sets rule is applicable to all groups of a subclass, it is located at the subclass level only. If the same C-Sets rule is applicable to multiple groups or subgroups within the same subclass, the C-Sets rule is placed at the highest group or subgroup of the multiple groups.

Compositions and methods intended for use in the preservation of dead bodies of humans or animals, for example to prevent them from further decay, or for use in taxidermy.

This group only applies to compositions/methods for the preservation (including cryopreservation) of living body parts (organs, tissues, cells) that are applied on explanted body parts on explanted body parts. in order to maintain their viability.

Compositions/methods in which disinfection agents are used for preservation purposes, for example to increase the storage stability of (e.g.) organs, blood samples or tissues by inhibiting bacterial growth

This group includes formulations like gels, solid fibrous matrices but also ice-seeding particles.

Group designed for any mechanical inventions which are not covered by one of the groups defining containers, perfusion apparatus or refrigeration apparatus, e.g. access control for preserved samples.

Non-refrigerated in this case means no mechanical apparatus that alters temperature. Using ice, liquid or nitrogen to passively keep the tissue cool does not count as "active" refrigeration in this case.

Containers for storing blood A61J 1/05.

Only documents specifically stating that the container is used for transport are classified in this section. Containers which remain stationary most of the time but can be moved (picked up and moved to another fridge for instance) should be classified in A01N 1/0263 or A01N 1/0268.

This group includes the use of any electro-magnetic phenomenon, in the broadest possible sense. This includes electro-magnetic fields but also all forms of radiation, be it UV, IR, microwaves, radiowaves or alpha, beta or gamma waves.

Apparatus for treating/dressing seeds or methods of use thereof A01C 1/06.

C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1 and #A1Na2] are used in A01N 25/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

That said, it is important for a C-Set under #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 to represent the linked information by the base symbol and the subsequent symbol(s), while the choice of base symbol is discretionary; See discussion in C-Sets syntax rules below.

Should a specific surfactant in the formulation be considered to also contribute to the invention, then a further C-set is required to indicate this information, linking the surfactant with the exemplified active agents. The information is classified as (A01N 25/30, A01N 39/04, A01N 57/20).

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

Compositions in which the solvent system is the distinguishing feature. Decisive is the actually disclosed form: solutions which are intended to be emulsified or dispersed such as emulsifiable or dispersible concentrates usually obtain the classification A01N 25/02 whereas the final diluted products obtain classification A01N 25/04.

This group also covers nanoemulsions or nanodispersions.

In accordance with the Specification Guidelines for Liquid Formulated Pesticides of the FAO (cf. http://www.fao.org/docrep/007/y4353e/y4353e0b.htm), emulsifiable or dispersible concentrates are considered solutions whereas suspension concentrates, flowable concentrates, capsule suspensions and oil-based suspension concentrates are suspensions.

Also co-crystals or polymorphs.

Wettable powders, i.e. exclusively suspendable or dispersible powders or granulates. (Water) soluble powders: A01N 25/12.

Compositions/methods relating to sustained/delayed release of compounds in the vapor phase and not to a release in the liquid phase. In case of doubt this classification may be given.

Ingredients which chemically stabilise the active ingredient(s). Physical stabilisation such as crystallisation inhibition does not obtain this classification.

Only given as main (first) classification in cases where a compound is used for the first time as safener. When a known safener is used for the first time with a particular active ingredient, A01N 25/32 is given as combination-set.

Tablet formulations and to formulations directed at nanosized particulate matter having a particular form such as nanofibers.

Ethylene generators (e.g. ethephon) are also classified in this group.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb, and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb (2300) are described below.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredients, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

If a document discloses an invention including a mixture of two or more defined active ingredients as a specific formulation, C-Sets rules #A1Na1, #A1Na2 and #A1Nb are used to classify the invention.

For example, a binary mixture of a biocide represented by symbol A01N 43/90 and a biocidal yeast is classified as either (A01N 43/90, A01N 63/32) or (A01N 63/32; A01N 43/90) with equal validity, but not both.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredients, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

Active ingredients containing oxygen or sulfur atoms attached to a carbon atom by a single bond only, for example aliphatic or aromatic alcohols or ethers.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

Active ingredients containing nitrogen atoms attached to a carbon atom by a single bond, for example amines or quaternary ammonium compounds.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

This group also covers biocides whose antimicrobial action derives from aldehydes generated by these compounds (e.g. formaldehyde releasers like imidazolinylurea or hydantoins). Such compounds are also classified in the corresponding subgroup for the aldehyde generating precursor itself (e.g. hydantoin is classified in both A01N 35/02 and A01N 43/50).

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

Peroxycarboxylic acids.

In this group as well as in A01N 37/38 - A01N 37/50, CN-groups are considered as derivatives of carboxylic acid.

Compounds like Bromoxynil hence are not classified in A01N 37/34, but in the relevant lower subgroup (Bromoxynil A01N 37/44).

Phenoxycarboxylic acids such as Mecoprop (A01N 39/02) or 2,4-D (A01N 39/04).

In this group, the symbol Cn means a carbon skeleton, not containing an aromatic ring system wherein n ≥ 2.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

Active ingredients comprising sulfur compounds such as sulfonic acids, sulfones or polysulfides.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

This subgroup covers organic sulfates (when used as active ingredient), since these are not sulfone or sulfonic acid derivatives.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

Active ingredients such as steroids or gibberellins.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

Active ingredients such as (thio)carbamates, (thio)ureas or guanidines.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

This subgroup does not cover O-CF₃ or S-CF₃ substituents. These are to be treated as if they were -O/S-CH₃-groups. -S(=O)_1,2-CF₃ is classified in A01N 47/02 (or, when S binds to N, A01N 47/04). Other -O/S-CHal₃ (Hal defining identical or different halogens) are classified in A01N 47/02 or A01N 47/04.

Active ingredients containing an acyclic terpenoid (isoprenoid) structure such as methoprene or geraniol.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group.

Active ingredients comprising nitroguanidine compounds such as clothianidin or imidacloprid.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information, such as construction and the associated syntax rules, about the C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2, such as construction and the associated syntax rules, are described can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group.

Organosilicon compounds are classified in A01N 55/00.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

Inorganic halogen compounds (in particular hypochlorite or hypobromite) not covered by subgroups A01N 59/02 - A01N 59/26, hydrogen peroxide, silica and carbonates. Halogen releasing compounds (e.g. hydantoin derivatives or trichloroisocyanurate) are classified under A01N 59/00 in addition to classification under A01N 27/00-A01N 57/00.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

This subgroup also covers bicarbonates.

Active ingredients which have no specified or well-defined chemical structure, are comprised of complex mixtures or are only defined by their method of preparation. For example mineral oils (A01N 61/02), humic acids or tannins are classified in this group.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

Biocides as defined above which cannot be classified more precisely than according to their origin (animal, microbial fungi, bacteria, yeast or viruses).

Specified microorganisms are classified in the relevant C12N group(s).

Breeding of predatory insects is classified in A01K 67/033.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.

Biocides based on animals or on substances derived from animals.

Biocides based on nematodes or on substances derived from nematodes.

Biocides based on insects, e.g. predatory insects, or on substances derived from insects.

Biocides based on arachnids, e.g. predatory spiders, or on substances derived from arachnids.

Biocides based on bacteria or on substances derived from bacteria.

Biocides based on Bacillus or on substances derived from Bacillus.

Biocides based on Bacillus thuringiensis or on substances derived from Bacillus thuringiensis, such as Bt toxins.

Biocides based on Paenibacillus or on substances derived from Paenibacillus.

Biocides based on Pseudomonas or on substances derived from Pseudomonas.

Biocides based on Streptomyces or on substances derived from Streptomyces.

Biocides based on microbial fungi or on substances derived from microbial fungi or obtained therefrom.

Biocides based on yeast or on substances derived from yeast.

Biocides based on Aspergillus or on substances derived from Aspergillus.

Biocides based on Penicillium or on substances derived from Penicillium.

Biocides based on Trichoderma or on substances derived from Trichoderma.

Biocides based on viruses, e.g. bacteriophages, or on substances derived from viruses.

Biocides containing isolated enzymes or isolated proteins.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb, #A1Nb(2300) and #A1Nc] are used. The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

C-Sets rule #A1Nc is described below.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

In groups A01N 63/50 and A01N 63/60, a biocide, pest repellant or attractant, or plant growth regulator containing an isolated enzyme, isolated peptide, or isolated nucleic is classified in the form of C-Sets when the origin of the isolated enzyme, peptide, or nucleic acids is disclosed (e.g., bacteria, fungi, etc.).

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group.

Biocides containing nucleic acids, which are for instance capable of interfering with the transcription machinery.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb, #A1Nb(2300) and #A1Nc] are used.

The detailed information about the construction and associated syntax rules of C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2 are found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

The C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in "Special rules of classification" in A01N 27/00.

The C-Sets rule #A1Nc is described in "Special rules of classification" in A01N 63/50.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to relevant C-Sets classification rules applicable to A01N 63/60.

Active ingredients of undetermined or complex constitution which are derived from plant materials such as extracts (including seed extracts), essential oils or fermentates.

In this group, C-Sets classifications [#A1Na1, #A1Na2, #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300)] are used.

The detailed information, such as construction and the associated syntax rules, about the C-Sets rules #A1Na1 and #A1Na2, such as construction and the associated syntax rules, are described can be found in the "Special rules of classification" in A01N 25/00.

C-Sets rules #A1Nb and #A1Nb(2300) are described in A01N 27/00.

If a document discloses a multitude of mixtures of active ingredients or formulation-relevant ingredient, only the exemplified embodiments should be classified in C-Sets in order to avoid over-classification with C-Sets. However, if a document discloses a limited number of examples or no examples, but the document as a whole focuses on clearly specifically preferred embodiments, such clearly specifically preferred embodiments may be classified.

C-Sets search queries may be made according to C-Sets classification rules applicable to this group and its subgroups.