What are the mandatory contents of an international design application?
The mandatory contents of an international design application, as specified in MPEP 2909, include:
- A request for international registration
- Applicant information
- Reproductions or specimens of the industrial design
- Designation of at least one Contracting Party
As stated in the MPEP, “Rule 7(1) specifies the mandatory contents of an international design application.” These elements are essential for the application to be considered complete and processed by the International Bureau.
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Topics:
MPEP 2900 - International Design Applications,
MPEP 2909 - Contents Of The International Design Application,
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure