The Top 5 Countries that Grant the Most Patents (2002)
| Country | Patents Granted | |
|---|---|---|
1 |
United States of America | 167,334 |
2 |
Japan | 120,018 |
3 |
Germany | 61,153 |
4 |
France | 53,415 |
5 |
United Kingdom | 52,593 |
Sources: World Intellectual Property Organization
List Notes: This list includes patents that have been granted to residents and non-residents.
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