37 CFR § 1.438 — The abstract. (MPEP Coverage Index) – BlueIron IP
37 CFR § 1.438 The abstract.
Source: Patent Rule (37 CFR)BlueIron Update:
This page consolidates MPEP guidance interpreting 37 CFR § 1.438, including 20 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
The abstract must summarize the disclosure, claims, and drawings, and include the most characteristic chemical formula if applicable.
What this section covers
- Summarize the disclosure, claims, and drawings in the abstract.
- Include the most characteristic chemical formula if applicable.
Key obligations
- Ensure the abstract consists of a summary of the disclosure as contained in the description, claims, and drawings.
- Include the most characteristic chemical formula if applicable.
Practice notes
- Ensure the abstract is concise and covers all essential elements of the disclosure.
- Avoid including detailed technical information that should be in the description or claims, as it may lead to confusion.
Official MPEP § 1.438 — The abstract.
Source: USPTOLast Modified: 10/30/2024 08:50:22
1.438 The abstract.
- (a) Requirements as to the content and form of the abstract are set forth in PCT Rule 8 , and shall be adhered to.
- (b) Lack of an abstract upon filing of an international application will not affect the granting of a filing date. However, failure to furnish an abstract within one month from the date of the notification by the Receiving Office will result in the international application being declared withdrawn.
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- Pct Amendments Article 19
- Pct Description Claims
- Pct Filing
- Pct International Search
- Pct Publication
- Pct Request
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