Form PTO / SB / 08B Information Disclosure Statement by Applicant

What Is Form PTO/SB/08B?

This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office on July 1, 2009 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.

FAQ

Q: What is PTO/SB/08B?
A: PTO/SB/08B is a form used to submit an Information Disclosure Statement (IDS) by the applicant.

Q: What is an Information Disclosure Statement?
A: An Information Disclosure Statement (IDS) is a document that lists any prior art references or other information that may be relevant to the patentability of an invention.

Q: What is the purpose of submitting an IDS?
A: The purpose of submitting an IDS is to provide the examiner with relevant prior art references or other information that may affect the patentability of an invention.

Q: Who can submit an IDS?
A: The applicant or their representative can submit an IDS.

Q: When should an IDS be submitted?
A: An IDS should be submitted as early as possible in the patent application process, preferably at the time of filing the application.

Q: What happens after an IDS is submitted?
A: After an IDS is submitted, the examiner will review the references or information provided and consider them during the examination of the patent application.

Q: What if new prior art or information becomes available after submitting an IDS?
A: If new prior art or information becomes available after submitting an IDS, it should be promptly submitted to the USPTO for consideration.

Q: Can an IDS be filed in a provisional patent application?
A: Yes, an IDS can be filed in a provisional patent application. However, it is not required.