Argentina Patent Applications
Patent applications by residents IP.PAT.RESD
Argentina's patent applications was 406 in 2021, ranked 45th globally. This represents a 56.3% decrease from 2020. Data from World Bank, covering 1980–2021.
Overview
Argentina's patent applications stood at 406 in 2021, a decline of +524 from 2020. Argentina ranked 45th globally.
Argentina’s patent applications fell dramatically from an all‑time peak of 1,269.00 in 1980 to a trough of 393.00 in 2017, before modestly recovering to 406.00 in 2021, placing the country 45th globally. The long‑term decline reflects chronic under‑investment in research and development, limited private‑sector R&D capacity and a regulatory environment that has struggled to keep pace with international standards. By contrast, peer economies such as Uzbekistan (413.00) and Chile (402.00) recorded slightly higher filings in 2021, suggesting that modest policy adjustments can yield measurable gains. The 37‑year coverage shows that the 2020s have not yet reversed the downward trajectory, and the 2021 figure remains well below the 1980 peak, indicating persistent structural constraints. Continued reforms to strengthen intellectual‑property protection, increase public‑research funding and foster university‑industry collaboration could accelerate filings and shift Argentina away from its historical trough toward a more innovative growth path.
Data & projection
| Year | Patent Applications | YoY change | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 406 | −524 | #45 |
| 2020 | 930 | +488 | #34 |
| 2019 | 442 | +17 | #43 |
| 2018 | 425 | +32 | #48 |
| 2017 | 393 | −491 | #49 |
| 2016 | 884 | +338 | #38 |
| 2015 | 546 | +37 | #42 |
| 2014 | 509 | −134 | #44 |
| 2013 | 643 | −92 | #40 |
| 2012 | 735 | +47 | #37 |
| 2011 | 688 | +136 | #38 |
| 2010 | 552 | −88 | #42 |
| 2009 | 640 | −161 | #41 |
| 2008 | 801 | −136 | #34 |
| 2007 | 937 | −83 | #32 |
Detected Pattern
Analysis
Argentina matched the Orthodox Tightening Cycle pattern in 2024. Historically, 57% of countries showing this pattern (177 out of 311) saw patent applications improve within 24 months. View full analysis →
Frequently Asked Questions
Argentina's patent applications was 406 in 2021. Ranked 45th globally. This represents a 56.3% decrease from the previous year.
Argentina's patent applications peaked at 1,269 in 1980.
The lowest patent applications in Argentina was 393 in 2017.
Argentina ranks 45th globally in patent applications as of 2021.
The World Bank indicator code is IP.PAT.RESD. Data sourced from World Bank.
The patent applications of Argentina in 2021 was 406. This ranks 45th in the world.
Cite this page
@misc{historysaid_argentina_patents,
title = {Argentina Patent Applications},
url = {https://historysaid.com/argentina/patents/},
publisher = {HistorySaid},
year = {2026}
}