How does the USPTO handle requests for samples of biological materials?
The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has specific procedures for handling requests for samples of biological materials. According to MPEP 2410: “The Office will not serve as a go-between for persons seeking samples from a depository.” Instead, the USPTO’s role is to: Provide certification to depositories that a request for a sample is…
Read MoreWhat are the requirements for furnishing samples under the Budapest Treaty?
Under the Budapest Treaty, depositories are required to furnish samples of deposited biological materials under certain conditions. According to MPEP 2410: “For a depository to be recognized under the Budapest Treaty, it must be able to furnish samples of deposited biological material to authorized parties.” The specific requirements include: Providing samples to industrial property offices…
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