Nisha Dhanraj Dewani,
Mamta Sharma,
Shaharyar Asaf Khan,
- Associate Professor, Department of Law, Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Management Studies, New Delhi, India
- Assistant Professor, Department of Law, Gautam Budhha University, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Associate Professor, Department of Law, Manav Rachna University, Faridabad, Haryana, India
Abstract
India, recognized as the fifth-largest global economy, holds the 7th position in the chemical sector and ranks 11th in chemical and petrochemical exports worldwide. Despite this significant standing, the country witnesses comparatively fewer patent applications in this domain. The global chemical and petrochemical industry, although complex in nature, serves as a critical element of economic development and supply chain operations. This paper explores the interconnectedness of innovation, patents, and chemical sciences, highlighting how intellectual property rights foster advancements in chemical engineering. It investigates how patents contribute to scientific discovery, technological progress, and commercialization within the sector. The study also presents a comparative analysis of patent filing procedures in India and across international jurisdictions, identifying key procedural, infrastructural, and awareness-related challenges that result in limited filings from Indian stakeholders. Drawing on recent patent statistics and selected case studies, the paper highlights influential areas such as sustainable materials, polymer innovation, and chemical synthesis where patent activity is gaining momentum. In doing so, it identifies emerging research trends as well as gaps that hinder broader participation from Indian researchers and industry players. The analysis advocates for enhanced awareness, simplified filing mechanisms, and stronger industry-academia collaboration to bridge the existing innovation gap. Overall, the paper aims to redefine the role of patents as a strategic tool for advancing chemical sciences and contributing to India’s global scientific competitiveness.
Keywords: Chemical patent, composition, pharmaceutical, compound, TRIPS.
[This article belongs to Journal of Polymer and Composites ]
Nisha Dhanraj Dewani, Mamta Sharma, Shaharyar Asaf Khan. Chemical Patents and Filing Practices in India: Trends, Processes, and Legal Framework. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(04):163-171.
Nisha Dhanraj Dewani, Mamta Sharma, Shaharyar Asaf Khan. Chemical Patents and Filing Practices in India: Trends, Processes, and Legal Framework. Journal of Polymer and Composites. 2025; 13(04):163-171. Available from: https://journals.stmjournals.com/jopc/article=2025/view=214929
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Journal of Polymer & Composites
| Volume | 13 |
| Issue | 04 |
| Received | 13/12/2024 |
| Accepted | 13/06/2025 |
| Published | 27/06/2025 |
| Publication Time | 196 Days |
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