TRAVELLING OR CAMP EQUIPMENT; SACKS OR PACKS CARRIED ON THE BODY

Introduced: September 1968

Last revised: January 2006

Classification Context

Section:: HUMAN NECESSITIES
Class:: HAND OR TRAVELLING ARTICLES
Subclass:: TRAVELLING OR CAMP EQUIPMENT; SACKS OR PACKS CARRIED ON THE BODY

Description

A45F encompasses portable containers and equipment designed to be carried on the body or transported during travel and camping activities. This includes backpacks, rucksacks, suitcases, sleeping bags, and frame-based carrying systems, as well as associated components such as straps, fasteners, and organizational features. The classification also covers portable shelters, camp furniture, and accessories intended for outdoor expeditions or temporary habitation. Adjacent classes handle specific subcategories: garment pockets (A41D), umbrellas (A45B), and walking sticks (A45C).

Additional Content

Glossary

Knapsack A bag with shoulder straps, carried on the back

Limiting references

Lunch or picnic boxes Travelling rugs

Related Keywords

CAMPING equipmentCARRIER(S) for travelling or camping useDINNER cansvalisesinsect NET(S) for travellingRUCKSACKScamping or travelling SACK(S)[= body harness]

3 direct subcodes

Child Classifications

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A45F 3/00 Travelling or camp articles; Sacks or packs carried on the body
A45F 4/00 Travelling or camp articles which may be converted into articles for other use; Sacks or packs carried on the body and convertible into other articles
A45F 5/00 Holders or carriers for hand articles; Holders or carriers for use while travelling or camping

Top Applicants

Top 10 applicants by patent filingsfor class A45, 2013–2023, worldwide · Source: EPO PATSTAT

L'OREAL FR 3,344
DYSON GB 1,184
AMOREPACIFIC CORPORATION KR 858
SEB FR 807
PHILIPS ELECTRONICS NL 518
P&G (PROCTER & GAMBLE COMPANY) US 502
YONWOO COMPANY KR 500
LG HOUSEHOLD & HEALTH CARE KR 499
ELC MANAGEMENT US 488
ALBEA SERVICES FR 482