US PATENT SUBCLASS 166 / 246
.~ Using microorganisms
Current as of: June, 1999
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DEFINITION
Classification: 166/246
(under subclass 244.1) A process in which a biological organism of microscopic or ultramicroscopic size (e.g., bacteria, etc.) is used.
(1) Note. A process involving using a bactericide or the like to treat any microorganism which may be present but which is not introduced as a part of the process is not included under this definition. Such a process is classifiable on other features.