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The full implementation of PPH program between the JPO and the USPTO
 
Examination Policy Planning Office
 
  The PPH is the framework which supports an applicant's acquisition of a patent at an early stage worldwide and enhances the utilization of search and examination results between the world's major IP Offices. Since PPH pilot program between the JPO and the USPTO started in July 2006, the program has always been well-received because, as expected, our users received examination result from the Office of second filing at the very early stage. Based on the results of one and a half yearsEof pilot program, the USPTO and the JPO are pleased to inform you that the both Offices have decided to start implementation of PPH program on full-time basis since January 4th, 2008.

Regarding this full implementation and the evaluation of the pilot project, please see the press release below:
Press Release of 21st December, 2007

At this full implementation, based on requests from users, requirements and procedures will be revised as follows.
<The expansion of eligible applications for PPH program>
  • PCT national stage application without priority claim will be eligible for the PPH program.
<Reducing the applicantsEburden of submitting the documents and the translation thereof to the USPTO>
  • When an applicant files a request to the USPTO for the PPH program, it has been required to submit translations of JPOEs all office actions except for the decision to grant . But since January 4th 2008, if the reasons for refusal are notified more than once, the applicant has only to submit the copy for the latest notification and the translation thereof.
<The change of the way of submitting the PPH requests>
  • When an applicant files a request to the USPTO for the PPH program, the request via EFS-Web (electronic application) will be needed instead of the request via fax.

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<Contact Information>
  Examination Policy Planning Office
  Administrative Affairs Division
  First Patent Examination Department
  Japan Patent Office
    Tel: +81-3-3581-1101 (ex. 3103)
    E-mail: PA2260@jpo.go.jp
 
[Last updated 4 January 2008]
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