Form PTO / SB / 20MY Request for Participation in the Patent Prosecution Highway (Pph) Pilot Program Between the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (Myipo) and the Uspto

What Is Form PTO/SB/20MY?

This is a legal form that was released by the U.S. Department of Commerce - Patent and Trademark Office on February 1, 2023 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/20MY?
A: PTO/SB/20MY is a form used to request participation in the Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) pilot program.

Q: What is the Patent Prosecution Highway (PPH) pilot program?
A: The PPH pilot program is a program that allows for accelerated patent examination in participating countries.

Q: Who are the participants in the PPH pilot program mentioned in the document?
A: The participants in the PPH pilot program mentioned in the document are the Intellectual Property Corporation of Malaysia (MyIPO) and the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

Q: What is the purpose of the PPH pilot program?
A: The purpose of the PPH pilot program is to reduce duplication of work and expedite the patent examination process by leveraging work already done by one patent office in another participating office.

Q: How can I participate in the PPH pilot program?
A: To participate in the PPH pilot program, you need to submit the Form PTO/SB/20MY and meet the eligibility requirements set forth by the participating patent offices.

Q: What are the benefits of participating in the PPH pilot program?
A: The benefits of participating in the PPH pilot program include expedited patent examination, potential cost savings, and increased chances of obtaining a patent in participating countries.