37 CFR § 1.167 — Examination. (MPEP Coverage Index) – BlueIron IP
37 CFR § 1.167 Examination.
This page consolidates MPEP guidance interpreting 37 CFR § 1.167, including 5 rules from the Manual of Patent Examining Procedure. It is provided as guidance, with links to the ground truth sources. This is information only, it is not legal advice.
Summary
This section details the process of submitting Patent and Trademark Office applications to the Department of Agriculture for study by agricultural research services, emphasizing compliance with specific regulations.
What this section covers
- The Examination. covers the submission of Patent and Trademark Office applications to the Department of Agriculture for study by agricultural research services.
Key obligations
- Patent and Trademark Office applications must be submitted to the Department of Agriculture for study by agricultural research services.
- All necessary information and documentation must be included in the application to facilitate a thorough review.
- Compliance with specific regulations outlined in 37 CFR 1.167 is required.
Practice notes
- Ensure the application is clear and comprehensive to facilitate a thorough review by agricultural experts.
- Avoid delays by promptly submitting all required materials and ensuring compliance with submission deadlines.
Official MPEP § 1.167 — Examination.
Source: USPTOLast Modified: 10/30/2024 08:50:22
1.167 Examination.
Applications may be submitted by the Patent and Trademark Office to the Department of Agriculture for study and report.
[24 FR 10332, Dec. 22, 1959; 34 FR 18857, Nov. 26, 1969; revised, 62 FR 53132, Oct. 10, 1997, effective Dec. 1, 1997]
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