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A41H

APPLIANCES OR METHODS FOR MAKING CLOTHES, e.g. FOR DRESS-MAKING OR FOR TAILORING, NOT OTHERWISE PROVIDED FOR

Description

A41H encompasses appliances, devices, and methods for manufacturing, altering, or constructing clothing and garments that do not fall within other specialized tailoring or apparel-making classifications. This includes tools, machines, and techniques used in dress-making, tailoring, and general garment assembly, such as pattern-making equipment, fitting devices, and garment construction aids. The classification serves as a residual category for dress-making and tailoring technologies not specifically covered by other A41 subclasses dedicated to particular garment types or specialized manufacturing processes.

18 direct subcodes

Child Classifications

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  • A41H 11/00 Tracing-wheels
  • A41H 15/00 Cloth-holders
  • A41H 17/00 Cushions for needles or pins (A41H19/00 takes precedence)
  • A41H 19/00 Boxes for needles or pins
  • A41H 21/00 Supports for the body whilst trying-on or fitting
  • A41H 23/00 Devices for applying chalk; Sharpening or holding chalk
  • A41H 27/00 Mending garments by adhesives or adhesive patches
  • A41H 33/00 Machines or appliances for folding the edges of collars, cuffs or the like while manufacturing
  • A41H 42/00 Multi-step production lines for making clothes

Top Applicants

Top 10 applicants by patent filingsfor class A41, 2013–2023, worldwide · Source: EPO PATSTAT

  1. NIKE US 986
  2. NIKE INNOVATE US 935
  3. 3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY (MINNESOTA MINING AND MANUFACTURING INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY) US 660
  4. TORAY INDUSTRIES JP 294
  5. NIKE INNOVATE 268
  6. 耐克创新有限合伙公司 200
  7. ANSELL AU 191
  8. NIKE INNOVATE NL 191
  9. ADIDAS DE 174
  10. KANEKA CORPORATION JP 172