APA Citation Guide - Patent

How to Cite a Patent in APA: Format and Examples

Learn how to cite patents in APA 7th edition format.

Citation Format

Inventor, A. A. (Year). Patent title (Patent No. Number). Patent Office.

Example

Smith, J. A. (2023). Research Method Device (Patent No. US123456). U.S. Patent and Trademark Office.

Important Notes

Include patent number
Specify the patent office
Include the issue date

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