What are the requirements for submitting a translated “Sequence Listing XML”?
When submitting a translated “Sequence Listing XML”, the following requirements apply:
- The translation must comply with 37 CFR 1.831 through 1.834.
- The translated “Sequence Listing XML” should contain English versions of any previously non-English language-dependent free text elements.
- Updated values for attributes in the root element (37 CFR 1.833(b)(2)(iii)) or elements of the general information part (37 CFR 1.833(b)(2)(iv)) are not considered amendments.
- The translation does not need to comply with the amendment procedures outlined in 37 CFR 1.835(a) through (c).
These requirements ensure that the translated “Sequence Listing XML” maintains its integrity and complies with USPTO standards without being considered a formal amendment to the application.
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Topics:
MPEP 2400 - Biotechnology,
MPEP 2414.04 - Translation Of "Sequence Listing Xml" Is Not An Amended "Sequence Listing Xml" Under 37 Cfr 1.835(B),
Patent Law,
Patent Procedure