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Where can I find technological information?

This information can be found at the Technological Information Services Division, SDSIT (Subdirección Divisional de Servicios de Información Tecnológica) where you can find references and a complete documentation for inventions and distinctive signs from the main industrial property offices around the world. SDSIT’s documentary databases are open to the public, including information about independent inventors, companies, higher education institutions, and research centers, and interested parties.

What services are offered by the Technological Information Services Division?

I. FREE SERVICES

1. Self service:

a. SDSIT hard copy document database searches.

b. SDSIT microformat document database searches.

II. FEE-BASED SERVICES Provided by SDSIT search examiners.

2. International technical patent information searches.

a. Reference and complete patent documentation searches in international databases.

3. Document photocopying service.

 What is a technical patent information search?

A technical search entails finding information contained in patent documentation to learn about prior art and for research and development purposes. Patents not only provide protection for patent holders, as they also provide clues and valuable data for inventors; in exchange, patent holders publish information about their invention to contribute to the growth of knowledge.

How can I request a search service?

1. Request Form IMPI-00-011 (Technical Patent Information Request) and the "Service Payment Form" at IMPI headquarters, at IMPI's Regional Offices, at the local offices of the Secretariat of Economy, or at IMPI information booth in fairs and tradeshows. The Form IMPI-00-011 is also available and can be printed from our website in the "Forms" (Formatos) tab.

In addition, you can also file an application through the IMPI’s Payment and Electronic Services Web Portal.

2. Fill out the Form IMPI-00-011 with the required information indicating the desired service. Pay the corresponding amount in authorized banks and submit the form to IMPI's headquarters, IMPI's Regional Offices, or the local offices of the Secretariat of Economy. Please be sure to fill out one form for each specific information request.

Applicants searching for patent information are advised to contact IMPI's search examiners to make certain that the information provided fulfills their expectations.