T.M.E.P. § 1401.01
Statutory Authority

Executive summary:

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1401.01 Statutory Authority

Section 30 of the Trademark Act, 15 U.S.C. 1112, provides authority for establishing a classification system. That section states, in part, as follows:

The Director may establish a classification of goods and services, for convenience of Patent and Trademark Office administration, but not to limit or extend the applicant's or registrant's rights.