INSTRUCTIONS: PLANT PATENT APPLICATION TRANSMITTAL (SB0019)

This form is only for new non-provisional applications filed under 37 CFR 1.53(b). The form is approved for use through January 31, 2014.

“Plant Patent Application Transmittal SB0019 Step 1”

Fill out all of the necessary information in the header of the form. Do not leave any information blank.

“Plant Patent Application Transmittal SB0019 Step 2”

Make sure the boxes for steps 1 and 2 are checked. Also, attach the necessary forms associated with the steps.

“Plant Patent Application Transmittal SB0019 Step 3”

For step three, you need to provide the total number of pages for the following specification options:

· Descriptive title of the Invention

· Cross References to Related Applications

· Statement Regarding Fed Sponsored R & D

· Latin name of genus and species

· Variety denomination

· Background of the Invention

· Brief Description of the Drawings

· Detailed Botanical Description

· A single claim

· Abstract of the Disclosure

“Plant Patent Application Transmittal SB0019 Step 4”

For step 4, make sure you provide at least 2 copies if you have color drawings. Provide the total amount of sheets as well.

“Plant Patent Application Transmittal SB0019 Step 5”

In step 5, check the first box for an original or copy. Check the second box if providing a copy form a prior application. Check the third box or there is a deletion of inventors.

“Plant Patent Application Transmittal SB0019 Step 6”

In steps 6 through 14, make sure all of the boxes are checked and the appropriate attachments are provided along with this form. Check the first box in step 8 if there is an assignee, and use the second box if there is a power of attorney.

“Plant Patent Application Transmittal SB0019 Step 7”

If you need to attach any additional documents to this form, check box 15 and provide a brief description about the form.

“Plant Patent Application Transmittal SB0019 Step 8”

In step 16, check the appropriate box and provide the name of the examiner and the Art Unit.

“Plant Patent Application Transmittal SB0019 Step 9”

In step 17, check the box that applies and provide any necessary contact information. Make sure to provide a signature, date of signature, printed name, and registration number as well. Read the Privacy Statement on the second page.