When do the Sequence Rules apply to patent applications?

The Sequence Rules apply to patent applications containing nucleotide sequence and/or amino acid sequence disclosures filed under WIPO ST.25. However, it’s important to note that there’s a cutoff date for the applicability of these rules. According to MPEP 2420:

“[Editor Note: This section is not applicable to applications filed on or after July 1, 2022, having disclosures of nucleotide and/or amino acid sequences as defined in 37 CFR 1.831(b). See MPEP §§ 2412 – 2419 for applications filed on or after July 1, 2022.]”

This means that for applications filed before July 1, 2022, the Sequence Rules under WIPO ST.25 apply. For applications filed on or after this date, different rules apply, which are covered in MPEP §§ 2412 – 2419.

To learn more:

• Sequence Rules
• WIPO ST.25
• patent application dates
• biotechnology patents
• nucleotide sequences
• amino acid sequences