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About Locarno Classification
Patents are classified using the International Patent Classification (IPC) system. The IPC divides technology into eight main sections:
Class 01: Foodstuffs
Class 02: Articles of clothing and haberdashery
Class 03: Travel goods, cases, parasols, etc.
Class 04: Brushware
Class 05: Textile piece goods, sheets
Class 06: Furnishing
Class 07: Household goods
Class 08: Tools and hardware
Class 09: Packages and containers
Class 10: Clocks and watches, jewelry
Class 11: Articles of adornment
Class 12: Means of transport
Class 14: Recording, communication, information
Class 19: Stationery and office equipment
Class 25: Building units and construction
What Does a Design Protect?
A registered design protects the visual appearance of a product, including its:
- Shape: The three-dimensional form
- Configuration: The arrangement of elements
- Pattern: Decorative elements on the surface
- Ornamentation: Aesthetic features
Design protection lasts for 5 years initially and can be renewed for up to 10 years total in Australia.
Note: Designs protect appearance, not function. For functional aspects, consider patent protection.