When is an invention considered not new under Philippine patent law?
An invention is not new if it already forms part of the prior art.
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What types of information are considered “prior art” in the Philippines?
Prior art includes worldwide public disclosures and earlier Philippine applications with earlier filing or priority dates.
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Does an inventor’s own disclosure within 12 months before filing always destroy novelty?
Disclosures by or through the inventor within twelve months before filing do not prejudice novelty.
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Who is treated as the “inventor” for purposes of the non‑prejudicial disclosure rule?
“Inventor” includes any person who, at filing date, had the right to the patent for grace‑period purposes.
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How is “inventive step” defined in the Philippine Intellectual Property Code?
An inventive step exists when the invention is not obvious to a person skilled in the art considering prior art.
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Is the standard for inventive step different for drugs and medicines?
For drugs, mere new forms, properties, or uses of known substances do not constitute an inventive step.
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What does “industrially applicable” mean for patent purposes in the Philippines?
Industrial applicability requires that the invention can be produced and used in any industry.
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