This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office on September 1, 2022 and used country-wide. As of today, no separate filing guidelines for the form are provided by the issuing department.
Q: What is USPTO/SB/460?
A: USPTO/SB/460 is a form used to notify the US Patent and Trademark Office of the loss of micro entity status.
Q: What is micro entity status?
A: Micro entity status is a special status that allows for reduced fees in patent applications.
Q: When should I use USPTO/SB/460?
A: You should use USPTO/SB/460 when you have lost your micro entity status and need to notify the USPTO.
Q: How do I notify the USPTO of the loss of micro entity status?
A: Fill out and submit the USPTO/SB/460 form to the USPTO.
Q: What happens if I don't notify the USPTO of the loss of micro entity status?
A: If you don't notify the USPTO, you may be required to pay higher fees for your patent application.
Form Details:
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