What is the difference between a product-by-process claim and a claim with both product and process elements?
According to MPEP 2173.05(p), there is a key difference between these two types of claims: Product-by-process claim: This is a product claim that defines the product in terms of the process used to make it. It is considered proper and is not inherently indefinite. The MPEP states, “A product-by-process claim, which is a product claim…
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What are the key differences between product-by-process claims and method claims? Product-by-process claims and method claims are distinct types of patent claims with important differences: Focus of Protection: Product-by-process claims protect the product itself, regardless of how it’s made. Method claims protect the process or method of making or using something. Patentability Assessment: For product-by-process…
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