37 CFR § 1.1024 — The description. (MPEP Coverage Index) – BlueIron IP

37 CFR § 1.1024 The description.

Source: Patent Rule (37 CFR)BlueIron Update:

This page consolidates MPEP guidance interpreting 37 CFR § 1.1024, including 2 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

An international design application designating the United States must include a specification that meets 35 U.S.C. 112 requirements and preferably contains a brief description of design reproductions.

What this section covers

  • Mandatory specification requirements for international design applications filed with the USPTO.
  • Scope of descriptive elements required in an international design application.

Key obligations

  • Provide a comprehensive and clear description of the design reproductions.

Practice notes

  • Include a brief description of reproductions in Item (10) 'Legends (optional)' on the official application form (DM/1).
  • Carefully draft the specification to meet all statutory and procedural requirements.

Related Provisions

Based on MPEP Last Modified: 10/30/2024 08:50:22