How does 37 CFR 1.57(b) affect international applications?
For international applications, 37 CFR 1.57(b)(1) specifies:n
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- Any amendment will only be effective as to the United States and shall have no effect on the international filing date
- It cannot be relied upon to accord an international filing date or alter the filing date under
PCT Article 11 - No request to add omitted material will be acted on prior to national stage entry under
37 CFR 1.491or filing of a US application claiming benefit of the international application
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Topics:
MPEP 200 - Types and Status of Application; Benefit and Priority Claims,
MPEP 217-Incorporation by Reference Under 37 CFR 1.57(b),
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure