How do I submit a Sequence Listing XML file for a national stage application?
How do I submit a Sequence Listing XML file for a national stage application?
For national stage applications, you can submit the Sequence Listing XML file in one of two ways:
- With the initial submission: Include the Sequence Listing XML file with your initial submission documents.
- After the initial submission: Submit the Sequence Listing XML file via EFS-Web or Patent Center as a ‘Sequence Listing XML’ document code.
The MPEP states: “For national stage applications, the “Sequence Listing XML” may be submitted with the initial submission or submitted thereafter via EFS-Web or Patent Center using document code “Sequence Listing XML”.” (MPEP 2413.03)
It’s important to note that the Sequence Listing XML must be a separate file and not embedded within the application specification.
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Topics:
MPEP 2400 - Biotechnology,
MPEP 2413.03 - How To Submit The "Sequence Listing Xml",
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure