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CPC Definition - Subclass A41F

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A41F
GARMENT FASTENINGS; SUSPENDERS
Special rules of classification

Machines, appliances or methods for making a particular article of apparel should be classified in the relevant group for the machine, appliance or method concerned in A41H and also as additional information with the relevant symbol of the particular article of apparel concerned in A41B - A41F.

Fastening devices specially adapted for garments {(for pairing socks A41B 11/002; for fur garments A41D 5/006)}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Illustrative example 2: Flexible hinge connector

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References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

For pairing socks

A41B 11/002

For fur garments

A41D 5/006

Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Fastening cuffs to shirts

A41B 7/04

Fastening shirt cuffs to sleeves of jackets

A41B 7/06

Fastening devices in general

A44B

Straps, bands

A45C 13/30

Carrying straps around neck

A45F 2003/002

Carrying straps around waist

A45F 3/005

Carrying straps

A45F 3/14

Carriers for hand articles

A45F 5/00

Fastening articles to the garment

A45F 5/02

Carriers for holding garments

A45F 5/06

Garment bags

A47G 25/54

Orthopaedic slings, straps for holding arms

A61F 5/3746

For babies' napkins

A61F 13/56

Packaging for clothing

B65D 85/18

Training garments for manipulating fasteners

G09B 25/00

Supports for musical instruments, straps

G10G 5/005

{Magnetic fastening devices}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Magnetic fastening for accessories

A45C 13/1069

{Strips of buttons}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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{Brassiére fasteners}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Special rules of classification

Comprises only back fasteners of brassieres.

For front fastening of brassieres class only in A41C 3/02.

{Adjustable fasteners comprising a track and a slide member (expansible or adjustable belts or girdles A41F 9/02)}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Expansible or adjustable belts or girdles

A41F 9/02

Buttonholes; Eyelets for buttonholes
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Corset fasteners
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Glove fasteners
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Special rules of classification

For fastening glove in cuff area (but not to another garment), class only in A41F 1/06 and A41D 19/0048.

For fastening glove in other area, class only in A41F 1/06.

For fastening glove to another garment class in A41D 19/0041.

Garter fasteners
Special rules of classification

Not used, class in A41F 11/00.

Braces
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Strips, tongues, or the like, for attaching to the trousers
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Means for joining the strips, tongues, or the like, to the body of the braces
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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{using springs}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Means for rendering braces pliable; Elastic elements for braces; Braces completely made of rubber
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Trouser supports attached to the shirt, waistcoat, or the like
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Shirts exchangeably attached to underbodices, drawers

A41B 1/06

Devices for connecting underpants to trousers
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Belts, girdles, or waistbands for trousers or skirts
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

Illustrative example 1: Trouser support system

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Illustrative example 2: Waist decorative cloth element

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References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Garter belts for stockings

A41F 11/00

Waistbands forming part of undergarments

A41B 9/14

Special rules of classification

When girdle is used to support trouser or skirt, classify in A41F 9/00 and lower groups.

When girdle is used to shape body, classify in A41C 1/00 and lower groups.

If girdle is further used to support stocking or socks, classify also in A41F 11/00.

{Free belts}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Dog's collars

A01K 27/00

Workbelts to carry tools

B25H 3/00

Belts to carry guns (police)

F41C 33/046

{Belt loops}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Expansible or adjustable belts or girdles {; Adjustable fasteners comprising a track and a slide member (A41F 1/008, A41F 9/002 take precedence)}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Adjustable fasteners comprising a track and a slide member

A41F 1/008

Free belts

A41F 9/002

Special rules of classification

When girdle is used to support trouser or skirt, class in A41F 9/00 and lower groups.

When girdle is used to shape body, class in A41C 1/00 and lower groups.

If girdle is further used to support stocking or socks, class also in A41F 11/00.

{Adjustable belts or girdles}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Special rules of classification

Comprises drawstrings inside pants.

When girdle is used to support trouser or skirt, class in A41F 9/00 and lower groups.

When girdle is used to shape body, class in A41C 1/00 and lower groups.

If girdle is further used to support stocking or socks, class also in A41F 11/00.

For closures of garments using straps or ties (no drawstrings inside waist of pants), class in A41D 2300/33 .

Stocking or sock suspenders
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Special rules of classification

When suspension done by a different device from the stocking, classify in A41F 11/00 and lower groups.

When suspension is integral with stocking classify in A41B 11/12 and lower groups.

When stocking is adapted to allow separate garter to fasten, class in A41B 11/12 and A41F 11/00 and lower groups and also as additional information in A41B 11/12.

Comprises garter belts.

For stocking or socks supports other than suspenders, classify in A41F 13/00.

If girdle is further used to support stocking or socks, classify also as additional information in A41F 11/00.

When girdle is used to support trouser or skirt, classify in A41F 9/00 and lower groups.

When girdle is used to shape body, classify in A41C 1/00 and lower groups.

Glossary of terms

In this place, the following terms or expressions are used with the meaning indicated:

Garter

A band worn round the leg, either above or below the knee, to keep the stocking from falling down.

Garter belt

A suspender-belt

Devices for attaching the stocking or sock to the suspender
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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of the stud-and-loop type
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Pivoted-jaw clips
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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consisting of one part
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Shields or like intermediate members
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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with devices for adjusting the length
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Means for fastening the suspender to the garment, e.g. trousers, underpants
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Garters
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Special rules of classification

For garter belts class in A41F 11/00.

Glossary of terms

In this place, the following terms or expressions are used with the meaning indicated:

Garter

A band worn round the leg, either above or below the knee, to keep the stocking from falling down.

Garter belt

A suspender-belt

Means for fastening the stocking directly to the undergarment
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Special rules of classification

Applies to overgarments also.

Other devices for supporting or holding stockings or socks during wear
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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Special rules of classification

Comprises stocking or sock supports other than suspenders.

For stocking or sock suspenders class in A41F 11/00 and lower groups.

Shoulder or like straps
Definition statement

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Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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{separable or adjustable}
Definition statement

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{Tapes for shoulder straps}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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{Shoulder cushioning attachments}
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References
Limiting references

This place does not cover:

Shaping shoulder-pads

A41D 27/26

Means for retaining the straps in position
Definition statement

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Means for holding-down garments
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Special rules of classification

Comprises devices to hold down bottom edges or sleeve ends of shirts or blouses.

For fastening the trouser cuff to the shoe class in A41F 17/00 and A41D 1/06.

Clips or the like for trousers or skirts, e.g. for cyclists
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative examples of subject matter classified in this group:

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Illustrative example 2: Pants cuff clip

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References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Paper clips of flat sections

B42F 1/06

Straps on the lower end of legs of trousers
Definition statement

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References
Limiting references

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Fastening means for gaiters

A41D 17/005

Garment suspenders not otherwise provided for
Definition statement

This place covers:

E.g., sleeves of long gloves fastening to biceps area.

References
Informative references

Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:

Shirts exchangeably attached to underbodices, drawers

A41B 1/06

Fastening cuffs to shirts

A41B 7/04

Fastening shirt cuffs to sleeves of jackets

A41B 7/06

{Means for adjusting the length of sleeves}
Definition statement

This place covers:

Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.

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