CPC Definition - Subclass A45C
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| PURSES; LUGGAGE; HAND CARRIED BAGS Definition statement This place covers:
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Glossary of terms In this place, the following terms or expressions are used with the meaning indicated:
Purses; Money-bags; Wallets {(collapsible or extensible A45C 7/00; convertible into other articles A45C 9/00)} Definition statement This place covers: Portable money receptables  Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 1/00 References Informative references Purses Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{fitted in handbags or the like} Definition statement Purses to be worn at the belt or bracelet; Money-belts Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Wallets ({devices for the prevention of theft or loss of wallets A45C 13/185}; for holding keys A45C 11/32); Notecases Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Combinations of purses and wallets Definition statement Money-bags for conductors or like people; Money-bags with rigid coin-holders Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Savings boxes Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Flexible luggage; Handbags (collapsible or extensible luggage, bags or the like A45C 7/00) Definition statement This place covers: Flexible bags, e.g. sports bags   References Limiting references This place does not cover:
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{Flexible materials therefor} Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{Foldable garment carrier bags} Definition statement This place covers: Flexible foldable travelling bags, e.g. with suit hangers, for carrying and protecting a small amount of clothes.  Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 3/004 Briefcases or the like Definition statement This place covers: Briefcases or the like, also flexible briefcases for laptops or notebooks  References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Shopping bags; Shopping nets Definition statement This place covers: Shopping bags, shopping nets, also bags to be fixed on a shopping cart or trolley, shopping baskets  References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{Shopping nets} References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Special rules of classification Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 3/045  Ladies' handbags Definition statement This place covers: Illustrative example of subject matter classified in this group.  Handbags provided with removable or washable covers Definition statement Beach-bags; Watertight beach-bags Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Bags for shoes Definition statement Bags combined with hand-muffs Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Rigid or semi-rigid luggage (collapsible or extensible luggage, bags or the like A45C 7/00) Definition statement This place covers: Hard shell luggage Luggage comprising a rigid or resilient frame     References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{Toilet cases} Definition statement This place covers: Cases of relatively large dimension, e.g. with handle, for carrying toilet articles  Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 5/005 References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Materials therefor Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Suitcases Definition statement This place covers: Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 5/03 Suitcases with or without rolling means, also rigid suitcases for laptops  References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Trunks; Travelling baskets Definition statement {Travelling baskets} Definition statement with outside compartments Definition statement {with drawers} Definition statement of round or oval shape Definition statement with built-in rolling means Definition statement This place covers: Suitcases, trunks or shopping bags where the invention is about the rolling means  References Informative references {detachable} Definition statement {with immobilising means, e.g. means for blocking the wheels} Definition statement {retractable} Definition statement Collapsible or extensible {purses,} luggage, bags or the like Definition statement This place covers: Luggage having more than one configuration with respect to size Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 7/00      {Rigid or semi-rigid luggage} Definition statement {comprising an integrated expansion device} Definition statement {with slide fastener strips} Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{telescopic} Definition statement {collapsible to a minimal configuration, e.g. for storage purposes} Definition statement {inflatable and deflatable} Definition statement {comprising a plurality of separable elements which can be used independently of one another} Definition statement {with interchangeable elements forming the storage space, e.g. modular} Definition statement {comprising a plurality of hinged panels to be unfolded in one plane for access purposes} Definition statement {Flexible luggage; Hand bags} Definition statement {comprising an integrated expansion device} Definition statement {with slide fastener strips} Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{telescopic} Special rules of classification Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 7/0031  {collapsible to a minimal configuration, e.g. for storage purposes} Definition statement {inflatable and deflatable} Definition statement {comprising a plurality of separable elements which can be used independently of one another} Definition statement {with interchangeable elements forming the storage space, e.g. modular} Definition statement {comprising a plurality of hinged panels to be unfolded in one plane for access purposes} Definition statement This place covers: Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 7/0095  with lazy-tongs framework Definition statement {Purses,} Luggage or bags convertible into objects for other use (sacks or packs carried on the body and convertible into other articles A45F 4/02; trunk-wardrobes A47B 61/06; trunk-beds A47C 17/82) Definition statement This place covers: Luggage or bags having a second function wherein an operation, e.g. deployment, is required in order to activate said second function. Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 9/00  References Limiting references This place does not cover:
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Receptacles for purposes not provided for in groups A45C 1/00 - A45C 9/00 (specially adapted for toilet or cosmetic equipment A45D 29/20, A45D 44/18; travelling sewing kits A45F 3/48) Definition statement This place covers: Receptacles of relatively small dimension characterised by their purpose of use. Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 11/00  References Limiting references This place does not cover:
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{Contact lens cases (A45C 11/046 takes precedence)} Definition statement References Limiting references This place does not cover:
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{Pocket toilet etuis} Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Hat boxes Definition statement Spectacle cases; Pince-nez cases Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{with cleaning means} Definition statement {with contact lens holders} Definition statement Making of spectacle or pince-nez cases Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Cases for telescopes or binoculars Definition statement Watch cases or guards, with or without windows Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Transparent watch-protectors Definition statement Pocket holders for postage stamps Definition statement Jewel boxes Definition statement References Informative references Ticket-holders or the like Special rules of classification Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 11/18  {Credit card holders} Definition statement {with a reminding device, e.g. when the card is not returned into its holder (reminder alarms in general G08B 21/00)} Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Lunch or picnic boxes or the like Definition statement This place covers: Boxes or bags with or without means to keep cold/warm food  References Informative references Watertight containers for use while swimming Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Etuis for purposes not covered by a single one of groups A45C 11/02 - A45C 11/22, A45C 11/26, A45C 11/32 - A45C 11/38 Definition statement Roll-up holders with pockets for separate articles Definition statement Bags or wallets for holding keys {(key-holding inserts A45C 13/023)} Definition statement References Limiting references This place does not cover:
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{combined with other articles} Definition statement {with key hangers} Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{with pivoting keys (A45C 11/325 takes precedence)} Definition statement References Limiting references This place does not cover:
{Spare-key holders} Definition statement {Card-like holders} Definition statement {with sliding keys (A45C 11/325 takes precedence)} Definition statement This place covers: Bags or etuis with keys slidable or lineary movable within a housing between an operating position and a storage position.  US3101762 References Limiting references This place does not cover:
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{comprising a sliding mechanism} Definition statement {comprising flexible ties, e.g. strips, bands or chains} Definition statement Pencil boxes; Pencil etuis or the like Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Cases for drawing or like instruments Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Camera cases, e.g. of ever-ready type Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Details; Accessories Definition statement This place covers: Details or accessories of purses, luggage or bags not provided for in groups A45C 1/00 - A45C 11/00 Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 13/00  References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{Protective covers} Definition statement {Expanding devices for display purposes, e.g. filler for soft luggage} Definition statement {Hinges} Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{with spring means} Definition statement {for making water- or air-tight} Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Interior fittings; Means, {e.g. inserts,} for holding and packing articles Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{inflatable} Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{Means for holding keys} Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Means for holding garments Definition statement Frames Definition statement Frame closures Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Decorative devices for handbags or purses Definition statement {of articulated coverings, e.g. meshwork} Definition statement {metallic} Definition statement Arrangement of fasteners Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{with elongated profiles fastened by sliders} Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{Arrangement of zip-fasteners} Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{of flexible ties} Definition statement {of strings or cords} Definition statement {of tabs} Definition statement {magnetic} Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{with a snap action (A45C 13/12 takes precedence)} Definition statement References Limiting references This place does not cover:
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{of the latch-and-catch type} Definition statement {of the socket-and-pin type} Definition statement {of press-buttons} References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
{of turn-buttons} Definition statement References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
of bar fastenings Definition statement Closures of the roller-blind type Definition statement Devices to prevent theft or loss of {purses,} luggage or {hand carried} bags Definition statement {of purses, money-bags or wallets} Definition statement Chains or bands {(A45C 13/185 takes precedence)} Definition statement References Limiting references This place does not cover:
Detachable handles; Handles foldable into the luggage (separate handles for carrying means A45F 5/10) Definition statement References Limiting references This place does not cover:
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Devices for sound-producing, piercing, gas-discharging, or the like Definition statement Special adaptations of handles (A45C 13/22 takes precedence) Definition statement References Limiting references This place does not cover:
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{for wheeled luggage} Definition statement Combinations of handles with other devices Definition statement Straps; Bands Definition statement This place covers: Straps to be put around a suitcase for preventing the suitcase to be opened accidentally Hand-carried straps for holding objects Straps for attaching auxiliary articles to luggage, e.g. piggyback Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 13/30  References Informative references Attention is drawn to the following places, which may be of interest for search:
Stays or supports for holding lids or covers open Definition statement {with automatic opening or closing means} Definition statement Reinforcements for edges, corners, or other parts Definition statement Luggage carriers Definition statement References Informative references {with rolling means (trunks with built-in rolling means A45C 5/14)} Definition statement References Informative references Umbrella, stick, or glove holders attached to a bag Definition statement This place covers: Bags having means for holding umbrellas, sticks or gloves Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 13/40  References Informative references Devices for identifying luggage; Means for attaching same Definition statement References Informative references Purses, bags, luggage or other receptacles covered by groups A45C 1/00 - A45C 11/00, combined with other {objects or} articles (A45C 1/08, A45C 3/14, {A45C 11/321, A45C 13/28} take precedence) Definition statement This place covers: Receptacles combined with other objects wherein, typically, both objects can function at the same time Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 15/00  References Limiting references This place does not cover:
Informative references with memorandum tablets Definition statement with mirrors Definition statement with illuminating devices Definition statement This place covers: Any kind of illuminating device situated inside or outside the receptacle Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 15/06  with watches Special rules of classification Illustrative example of subject matter classified in A45C 15/08  |
