What happens if a depository cannot furnish samples due to jurisdictional restrictions?

When a depository is unable to furnish samples of biological materials to requesters outside its jurisdiction due to certain restrictions, it may be exempt from the requirement to provide a replacement deposit. According to MPEP 2407.05: “The provisions of 37 CFR 1.805(h) indicate that a replacement deposit is not required even though the depository cannot…

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