How can I use the WIPO Digital Access Service (DAS) for priority documents in international design applications?

The WIPO Digital Access Service (DAS) can be used to facilitate the exchange of priority documents in international design applications. According to MPEP 2920.05(d): “Pursuant to Administrative Instruction 408, a priority claim made in accordance with Hague Agreement Rule 7(5)(c) may be accompanied by a WIPO Digital Access Service (DAS) access code, if available. The…

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Are certified copies of priority documents required for international design applications at the USPTO?

For international design applications, certified copies of priority documents are generally not required to be submitted to the USPTO. The key points are: Applicants do not need to submit certified copies of priority documents to the USPTO for international design applications. The USPTO relies on the priority claim information provided through WIPO. However, the USPTO…

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How does the USPTO handle priority documents in national stage applications?

How does the USPTO handle priority documents in national stage applications? The USPTO handles priority documents in national stage applications (35 U.S.C. 371) as follows: If the priority document is already in the international application file, no further action is needed. The USPTO will retrieve the document from WIPO’s digital library (DAS) if it’s available…

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What is Electronic Priority Document Exchange (PDX)?

Electronic Priority Document Exchange (PDX) is a system that allows for the electronic transmission of priority documents between participating foreign intellectual property offices. As stated in MPEP 215.01: Electronic Priority Document Exchange (PDX) agreements provide for the electronic transmission of priority documents to and from participating foreign intellectual property offices. This system streamlines the process…

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What are the requirements for certified copies in international design applications?

The requirements for certified copies in international design applications are as follows: A certified copy of the foreign application is not required in an international design application. The International Bureau obtains priority documents directly from offices participating in the Digital Access Service (DAS) or the Priority Document Exchange (PDX) program. For offices not participating in…

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What is the DAS code for PDX?

What is the DAS code for PDX? The DAS (Digital Access Service) code for PDX (Priority Document Exchange) is US. This code is used when participating in the WIPO DAS system for electronic exchange of priority documents. As stated in the MPEP 215.01: The DAS code for the USPTO is ‘US’. Applicants need to use…

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How does the Digital Access Service (DAS) affect international design applications?

The Digital Access Service (DAS) plays a significant role in international design applications: DAS facilitates the exchange of priority documents between participating offices. For applications filed in DAS-participating offices, the International Bureau can retrieve priority documents directly. This eliminates the need for applicants to submit certified copies in many cases. Applicants should ensure their priority…

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What is the Digital Access Service (DAS) for priority documents?

The Digital Access Service (DAS) is an electronic system that allows participating intellectual property offices to exchange priority documents securely. For international design applications: Applicants can authorize the retrieval of priority documents through DAS. This eliminates the need to manually file certified copies in some cases. The USPTO or IB can retrieve the priority document…

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How can applicants ensure successful retrieval of priority documents under PDX?

To ensure successful retrieval of priority documents under PDX, applicants should follow these guidelines from MPEP 215.01: Applicants are strongly encouraged to cite the foreign application using an acceptable format (see MPEP § 214.04) and use proper and consistent citation format throughout the U.S. application. Key points for successful retrieval include: Provide proper, complete, and…

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