With the continuous advancement of chemical technology, the research and development of original compounds has become an important competitive strategy for many companies. Securing patents for original research compounds has become the key for companies to gain market leadership. However, for companies that want to carry out research on original research compounds, they must first understand the relevant patent information to avoid infringing on the patent rights of others. It is so small. Let’s learn how to check the patents of foreign original research compounds.
1. Search tools.
1. Google Patent Search.
Google Patent
Search is a free intelligent search tool launched by Google, covering most international patent databases. Users can search based on keywords, applicants, classification numbers, etc., and provide detailed patent information such as patent number, abstract, application date, and authorization date.
2. Derwent Innovation.
Derwent
Innovation is a paid search engine that centrally indexes global patents, scientific journals and formula databases, providing comprehensive, accurate and timely patent information. Businesses can work in Derwent
Conduct an advanced search on Innovation to find patent documents related to original research compounds.
3. STN.
STN is a web-based database service that provides the world’s largest scientific and technological database. STN provides a global patent database and related documents, which can be searched by applicant, classification number, keywords, etc.
2. Search method.
1. Search based on compound name or CAS number.
Enterprises can enter the compound name or CAS number (Chemical Abstracts) in the above search tool.
Service number) to search. The search results of this method are relatively comprehensive, but you need to know the specific compound name or CAS number.
2. Search based on the applicant’s name or metal element, molecular formula, etc.
Companies can enter the applicant’s name, metal element, molecular formula and other information into the above search tool to search to find patent documents related to the original compound.
3. Search based on patent classification number.
Companies can select relevant patent classification numbers to search based on the specific characteristics, application fields or chemical structures of their own compounds. For relevant classification numbers, please refer to the International Patent Classification Number (IPC) or the United States Patent Classification Number (USPC), etc.
3. Things to note.
1. Relevant patent application time.
When searching for relevant patent documents, companies should pay attention to the application date and authorization date of the patent to determine whether the patent is still valid. In addition, it is necessary to understand relevant international and regional regulations to evaluate the feasibility of the patent and whether it infringes the patent rights of others.
2. Horizontal comparison of similar technologies.
When companies search for relevant patent documents, they also need to conduct horizontal comparisons of similar technologies to understand the patent landscape and market trends in this field and provide a basis for their own research and development.
3. Comprehensive analysis from multiple perspectives.
When companies search for original research compound patents, they should comprehensively analyze the search results from multiple angles, including patent applicants, acceptance agencies, patents, trademarks, classifications, etc., to fully understand the situation in this field.
In summary, searching for patents of foreign original research compounds is the premise and basis for carrying out corresponding research. Enterprises can use Google Patent Search, Derwent
Search tools such as Innovation and STN are used to search for patents and use a variety of search methods. At the same time, attention should be paid to issues such as relevant patent application time, horizontal comparison of similar technologies, and comprehensive analysis from multiple perspectives. In addition, enterprises also need to comply with relevant intellectual property laws and regulations when searching for patents to ensure that their own research and development do not infringe on the patent rights of others. Therefore, when conducting research on original compounds, companies should fully realize the importance of patents and conduct a comprehensive patent information search before conducting research. Through the application of search tools and search methods, companies can find patent documents related to original research compounds, and then analyze, evaluate and apply relevant patent information. In short, a full understanding and rational use of the patent information of original research compounds can provide a strong guarantee for the research and development of enterprises and promote the development and innovation of enterprises.