What does “industrially applicable” mean for patent purposes in the Philippines?
Industrial applicability is a fundamental requirement of patentability. Section 27, Intellectual Property Code of the Philippines, defines an invention as industrially applicable if it can be produced and used in any industry. This indicates that the invention must be capable of practical application, and not merely be a theoretical or speculative idea. The term “industry” is interpreted broadly, covering manufacturing, agriculture, and various useful arts, so long as the invention can be made and used in some field of human activity. 20-Dec-25About Nicolas and De Vega Law Offices
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