Prosecution Insights
Last updated: August 06, 2026

Examiner: BUFFA, NICHOLAS JOHN

Tech Center 2900 • Art Units: 2934 2938

This examiner grants 99% of resolved cases

Performance Statistics

99.0%
Allow Rate
+39.0% vs TC avg
104
Total Applications
+1.1%
Interview Lift
776
Avg Prosecution Days
Based on 101 resolved cases, 2023–2026

Rejection Statute Breakdown

0%
§101 Eligibility
4.6%
§102 Novelty
0.8%
§103 Obviousness
93.9%
§112 Clarity

Currently Pending Office Actions

App #TitleStatusAssignee
35525866 Electronic cigarette Non-Final OA KT & G CORPORATION
35525846 Electronic cigarette Non-Final OA KT & G CORPORATION

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