BIG AL'S

What this class covers:

This class covers chemicals used in industries, laboratories, and agriculture. It includes raw materials for manufacturing products like plastics, adhesives, and detergents. You won't find finished consumer products here—just the ingredients used to make them. Items like fertilizers, fire-extinguishing compositions, and industrial gases belong in this category.

What this class covers:

This class covers devices that provide light, heat, or air conditioning. It includes lamps, ovens, refrigerators, and water heaters. Products must have a functional purpose related to temperature, illumination, or sanitation. Electric cooking appliances belong here, but mechanical ones may fall into Class 7.

What this class covers:

This class includes printed materials, stationery, and office supplies. It covers newspapers, books, calendars, and greeting cards. It also includes adhesive tapes, pencils, and envelopes. However, paper packaging belongs in Class 22.

What this class covers:

This class covers household utensils and cookware like pots, pans, and dishware. It also includes cleaning tools like mops, brooms, and sponges. Disposable kitchenware, however, might be classified elsewhere. Electric kitchen appliances belong in Class 11.

What this class covers:

This class includes fresh fruits, vegetables, grains, and flowers. It also covers raw nuts, plants, and animal feed. These items are typically in their natural or unprocessed form. However, processed foods belong in Class 29.

What this class covers:

This class includes business management, marketing, and retail services. It covers everything from consulting firms and advertising agencies to online shopping platforms. If a company helps other businesses grow or operate, it likely belongs here. However, financial and legal services belong in different classes.