What are interdependent patents?
Interdependent patents occur when a “second patent” cannot be worked without infringing an earlier “first patent.” The owner of the second patent may be granted a compulsory license to the extent necessary. This is allowed only if the second invention is an important technical advance of economic significance. This concept is found in Section 97 Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines. “SEC. 97. Compulsory License Based on Interdependence of Patents.- If the invention protected by a patent… cannot be worked without infringing another patent… a compulsory license may be granted…” January 3, 2026About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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