(under the class definition) Devices for receiving bulk material for the purpose of measurement of volume (e.g., measuring cups, measuring spoons, and similar devices). The indication of the quantity of material may consist only in the measure being full or only a single mark or level indication may be provided.
SEE OR SEARCH CLASS
30, Cutlery,
128, 141, 147, 149, 150, and 324 for spoons.
222, Dispensing, and see the notes thereto for means for discharging measured quantities from a supply and for measuring vessels provided with claimed features which have the disclosed function of performing a dispensing operation.
294, Handling: Hand and Hoist-Line Implements, 55, for scoops.
422, Chemical Apparatus and Process Disinfecting, Deodorizing, Preserving, or Sterilizing,
99+, for laboratory apparatus.
An alternative electronic search of U.S. patents based upon a modification of the European Patent Office Classification (ECLA) System for certain subject matter in this subclass may also be found in Class 422 Cross-Reference Art Collections 908 - 948. (There are no definitions associated with these Cross-Reference Art Collections. The most available disclosure as to the types of documents contained herein is given in any notes associated with the titles.)
425, Plastic Article or Earthenware Shaping or Treating: Apparatus,
238+, for shaping apparatus comprising a dough divider including a shaping chamber and subclasses 276+ for an ice cream scoop type of measuring and shaping means.
