How does 37 CFR 1.57(b) affect international applications?

For international applications, 37 CFR 1.57(b)(1) specifies:n

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  • Any amendment will only be effective as to the United States and shall have no effect on the international filing date
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  • It cannot be relied upon to accord an international filing date or alter the filing date under PCT Article 11
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  • No request to add omitted material will be acted on prior to national stage entry under 37 CFR 1.491 or filing of a US application claiming benefit of the international application
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Topics: MPEP 200 - Types and Status of Application; Benefit and Priority Claims, MPEP 217-Incorporation by Reference Under 37 CFR 1.57(b), Patent Law, Patent Procedure
Tags: 37 cfr 1.57, international applications, international filing date, national stage entry, PCT applications