What are the key compliance requirements for sequence listings under WIPO ST.25?
Key compliance requirements for sequence listings under WIPO ST.25 include:
- Compliance is not a filing date, 35 U.S.C. 112, 35 U.S.C. 119/120, or per se new matter issue.
- Compliance can be achieved via amendment.
- The “Sequence Listing” is an integral part of the application.
- A replacement “Sequence Listing” must be used for amendments.
- Angle brackets and numeric identifiers are crucial for the database.
- Page numbers should only be on PDF or paper versions, not ASCII text files.
As stated in the MPEP: Compliance is not a filing date issue. Compliance is not a 35 U.S.C. 112 issue. Compliance is not a 35 U.S.C. 119 / 120 issue. Compliance is not per se a new matter issue.
(MPEP 2429)
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MPEP 2400 - Biotechnology,
MPEP 2429 - Helpful Hints For Sequence Rules Compliance Under Wipo St.25,
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