Federal Trade Agency Requests Public Comments in Wireless Module Investigation Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On January 23, 2026, the administrative law judge (ALJ) at the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) issued an Initial Determination. The ruling found a violation of Section 337 in Investigation No. 337-TA-1413. The ALJ also issued a Recommended Determination on the remedy and bonding. The Commission is now asking for public comments based on the proposed actions. These may include a general or limited exclusion order. These orders would apply to certain wireless front-end modules and devices that include them. The devices in question were imported, sold for importation, or sold after importation by the following companies: Kangxi Communication Technologies (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. of Shanghai, China Grand Chip Labs, Inc. of Tustin, California Ruijie Networks Co., Ltd. of Fuzhou, China In addition to exclusion orders, the ALJ recommended cease and desist orders directed at all three companies. The Commission seeks input on how the proposed orders could impact the public. The public and government agencies may submit responses by February 24, 2026. Submissions must be no longer than five pages, including any attachments. They must be filed electronically. Comments should mention the investigation number, “Inv. No. 337-TA-1413,” clearly on the cover or first page. Key public interest topics that the Commission wants comments on are: (i) How the affected wireless modules and products are used in the U.S. (ii) Any concerns about public health, safety, or welfare related to these products. (iii) U.S.-made products that could replace the targeted devices if excluded. (iv) Whether suppliers in the U.S. can meet demand in a short, reasonable time. (v) How the exclusion orders would affect consumers in the U.S. The request for comments is made under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1337) and the Commission’s rules (19 CFR part 210). The Commission may choose not to exclude the products if the exclusion would negatively affect U.S. public health, the economy, or consumers. Comments containing confidential information must follow the Commission’s rules. Any such submissions must be marked clearly and filed together with a non-confidential version. All submissions—unless marked as confidential—will be available for public viewing on the Commission’s Electronic Docket Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. For assistance, contact Houda Morad, Esq. in the Office of the General Counsel at (202) 708-4716. For help with EDIS access, email edismail@usitc.gov. For general Commission information, visit https://www.usitc.gov. This notice was issued by order of the Commission on January 26, 2026. Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, signed the notice. It was published in the Federal Register on January 29, 2026 (Volume 91, Number 19, Pages 3927–3928). Document Number: 2026-01729. Billing Code: 7020-02-P. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Opens Full Five-Year Review of Pipe and Tube Imports from Four Countries Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has scheduled full five-year reviews concerning light-walled rectangular pipe and tube imports. These reviews involve products from China, Mexico, South Korea, and Turkey. The Commission is reviewing whether revoking the orders would lead to harm to U.S. industry. These orders include both a countervailing duty order on Chinese imports and antidumping duty orders on imports from all four countries. The review is being carried out under the Tariff Act of 1930. The USITC determined on November 24, 2025, that full reviews should proceed. This followed a notice of institution and review of responses. The Federal Register published this determination on December 8, 2025 (90 FR 56801). The USITC also announced a 90-day extension of the review period because the case was marked “extraordinarily complicated.” A government shutdown also caused a delay in Commission operations, leading to a pause in the schedule. The reviews are being conducted under section 751(c)(5) of the law (19 U.S.C. 1675(c)(5)). The Commission has posted the related public documents online. All businesses, users, and consumer groups who want to take part must file an “entry of appearance.” This must be done within 45 days after the notice is published in the Federal Register. Those who had filed a notice at the start of the review do not need to refile. The public service list will contain the names and addresses of all participants. The public can follow updates and access documents via the Commission’s Electronic Document Information System (https://edis.usitc.gov). Only electronic filings will be accepted. No paper-based or in-person filings will be accepted at this time. Parties who want access to business proprietary information (BPI) must apply no later than 45 days after this notice. Access requires an Administrative Protective Order (APO). The Secretary will maintain a separate service list for these parties. The staff report will become available on June 4, 2026. A public version will follow afterward. An in-person hearing on the reviews will take place on Thursday, June 25, 2026, starting at 9:30 a.m. The deadline to request a hearing appearance is Thursday, June 18, 2026, at 5:15 p.m. Parties requesting to appear by videoconference must include a statement explaining why in-person attendance is not possible. Requests due to illness or a positive COVID-19 result may be submitted by 3 p.m. the day before. A prehearing conference, if needed, is scheduled for 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. Hearing participants must file written testimony and presentation slides by noon on that date. All oral testimony, in-court and written submissions for the hearing, must follow USITC rules. Parties wishing to present information in camera must request this no later than seven business days before the hearing. Prehearing briefs must follow rule section 207.65 and be filed by 5:15 p.m. on June 15, 2026. Posthearing briefs and final hearing submissions are due by 5:15 p.m. on July 7, 2026. Any member of the public who is not a formal party may submit information by the same July 7, 2026, deadline. On July 30, 2026, the Commission will release any new information to all parties. Parties may submit final comments by 5:15 p.m. on August 3, 2026. These comments must not include new facts and must follow rule section 207.68. All submissions must meet the Commission’s rules found in sections 201.6, 201.8, 207.3, and 207.7. A detailed filing guide is available at: https://www.usitc.gov/documents/handbook_on_filing_procedures.pdf. Documents must be served on all other parties and include a certificate of service. Contact Eric Forden at (202) 205-3235 for more details. Hearing-impaired individuals can use the TDD at 202-205-1810. This notice was issued on January 27, 2026, by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission. Federal Register Document: 2026-01761 Printed: January 29, 2026 Pages: 3928–3930 BILLING CODE: 7020-02-P Available at: www.usitc.gov Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Trade Commission Seeks Public Input on Crafting Machines Investigation Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On January 21, 2026, a U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) administrative law judge issued an Initial Determination on a violation of Section 337 and on motions for summary determination. The judge also made a Recommended Determination on remedy and bonding in the investigation titled “Investigation No. 337-TA-1426.” The Commission is now asking for public comments. These comments are to explain how the recommended actions may impact the public. This case is about certain crafting machines and parts of those machines. These machines are believed to violate U.S. patent laws. The Commission may use exclusion and cease and desist orders if a violation is confirmed. The requested public input should focus on these four specific recommended orders: A general exclusion order for crafting machines and their parts that violate U.S. Patent No. D893,563. A limited exclusion order for crafting machines and their parts from Bozhou Wanxingyu Technology Co. Ltd., Bozhou Zhongdaxiang Technology Co., Ltd., and Shanghai Sishun E-commerce Co., Ltd. (called “Vevor Respondents”) that violate U.S. Patent No. D1,029,090. A limited exclusion order for crafting machines and their parts from Liping Zhan (“Konduone”), that violate claims 8-12 of U.S. Patent No. 11,905,646. Cease and desist orders directed at the Vevor Respondents and Konduone. The Commission is seeking comments on how these recommended orders would affect: Public health and welfare in the United States. Competitive conditions in the U.S. economy. The production of similar or competing products in the United States. U.S. consumers. Specifically, the Commission wants to know: How the products are used in the U.S. If there are any public health, safety, or welfare concerns. If any U.S.-based makers can replace these products. If complainants or their partners can supply enough alternatives quickly. How these orders may affect U.S. consumers. All comments must be five pages or less. They must be filed by February 23, 2026. Filing must follow Commission rules under 19 CFR 210.4(f). All submissions should include the investigation number “Inv. No. 337-TA-1426.” Comments should be filed via the Commission’s electronic docket at https://edis.usitc.gov. For help with filing, contact the Secretary at (202) 205-2000. Questions regarding this matter may be directed to Cathy Chen, Esq., at (202) 205-2392. People who want to file confidential documents must clearly mark them and follow Commission rules under 19 CFR 201.6(b) and 210.5(e)(2). A redacted version of each confidential filing must also be submitted. Non-confidential documents will be available for public viewing on EDIS. This call for comments is issued under the authority of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure. Issued: January 22, 2026. Lisa Barton,Secretary to the Commission. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Reviews Patent Case on Hydrodermabrasion Systems Estimated reading time: 5–8 minutes On January 22, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission) announced its decision to review in part a Final Initial Determination (FID) from an administrative law judge (ALJ) in Investigation No. 337-TA-1408. The investigation concerns certain hydrodermabrasion systems and their components. The Commission also extended the deadline for completing the investigation to March 23, 2026. The investigation began on July 17, 2024. It was based on a complaint filed by HydraFacial LLC, formerly known as Edge Systems LLC, based in Long Beach, California. HydraFacial claimed violations of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The case involves the importation and sale of hydrodermabrasion systems allegedly infringing U.S. Patent No. 11,865,287. The named respondents were Cartessa Aesthetics, LLC of Melville, New York, and Eunsung Global Corp. of the Republic of Korea. The Office of Unfair Import Investigations is not participating in this investigation. On January 21, 2025, the Commission ended the case for Eunsung Global after a consent order. On April 11, 2025, the Commission removed some patent claims (claims 1-10, 15, 17, 20, 23, 26, 28-31, 33-37, and 39-45 of the ‘287 patent) from the investigation. This was based on an unopposed motion by HydraFacial. On August 26, 2025, the ALJ issued the FID, finding that Cartessa had violated Section 337. Cartessa filed a petition to review the FID on September 8, 2025. HydraFacial responded on September 16, 2025. Due to a government shutdown, the Commission had earlier extended its review deadline to January 22, 2026. It had also asked parties to address the impact of the upcoming expiration of the ‘287 patent. As of January 22, 2026, the Commission decided to partly review the FID. The review covers: The meaning and application of the patent term “fluid communication” and its role in infringement and the domestic industry test. Whether the term “block” is too vague (“indefinite”) and how that affects validity and infringement findings, including prior related rulings (specifically Order Nos. 29 and 50). Arguments about whether the patent is unenforceable due to prosecution laches (an unfair delay in pursuing patent rights). The Commission may issue a remedy after its final decision. This can include: An exclusion order preventing the import of the accused products into the U.S. A cease and desist order stopping further sales and imports by the respondent. The Commission is asking for written submissions from the parties and from interested members of the public. These submissions should discuss: The type of remedy that should be ordered, How the proposed remedy would affect public health, U.S. competition, American production, and consumers, Any bond amount that should apply during the 60-day Presidential review period if a remedy is issued. The Commission directs the Complainant (HydraFacial) to: Specify the remedy it is seeking, Submit proposed remedial orders, State the expiration date of the ‘287 patent, Provide HTSUS (Harmonized Tariff Schedule) subheadings for the accused products, List all known importers of the products in question. Key deadlines: All initial written submissions with proposed orders must be filed by February 5, 2026. All reply submissions must be filed by February 12, 2026. Party submissions must follow page limits: 10 pages for opening statements, 5 pages for replies. Third-party submissions, including government agency comments, are limited to 10 pages. All submissions must be filed electronically and reference Investigation No. 337-TA-1408. Specific procedure rules apply under 19 CFR 210.4(f). Confidential documents must be properly marked and handled according to Commission rules. A redacted non-confidential version must also be filed. The Commission’s action is authorized under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and Commission Rules under 19 CFR Part 210. Issued by order of the Commission on January 22, 2026. Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Opens Investigation into Imported Processed Slabs Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On January 27, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) published a notice of a new investigation. The investigation is numbered 337-TA-1482. It concerns “certain processed slabs and methods for making same.” The complaint was filed by Cambria Company LLC. Cambria is located in Belle Plaine, Minnesota. The company filed its initial complaint on December 19, 2025. A supplement to the complaint was filed on January 5, 2026. The complaint alleges violations of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The violations concern the importation, sale for importation, and the sale after importation of certain products. These products include veined processed slabs made with quartz, glass, or minerals. The complaint claims that these products infringe on patents owned by Cambria. The listed patents are: U.S. Patent No. 10,195,762 (claims 22–25) U.S. Patent No. 10,252,440 (claims 14–20) U.S. Patent No. 12,370,718 (claims 1–2 and 4–16) Cambria also claims that an industry exists in the United States. This is a required element under Section 337 for the investigation to proceed. Based on the complaint, the USITC has ordered that an investigation be started. The investigation will determine if a violation of Section 337 has occurred. The investigation will also decide if an industry in the U.S. exists as required by law. The products under investigation are plainly described as “veined processed slabs produced with quartz, glass, or minerals.” Cambria Company LLC is named as the complainant. The parties accused of importing or selling the infringing products include the following: Surface Warehouse, L.P. d/b/a US Surfaces and Vadara Quartz Surfaces, Austin, Texas M S International Inc. d/b/a MSI, Orange, California Arizona Tile, LLC, Tempe, Arizona OHM International Inc., Monroe Township, New Jersey Architectural Surfaces Group LLC, Spicewood, Texas Caesarstone Ltd., Kibbutz Sdot-Yam, Israel Caesarstone USA, Inc., Charlotte, North Carolina LX Hausys, Ltd., Seoul, Republic of Korea LX Hausys America, Inc., Alpharetta, Georgia Mohawk Industries, Inc., Calhoun, Georgia Dal-Tile, LLC, Dallas, Texas The Office of Unfair Import Investigations will also participate in the case. The Chief Administrative Law Judge of the USITC will assign a judge to preside over the investigation. Each respondent must reply to the complaint and notice of investigation within 20 days of service. Responses must follow USITC rules under 19 CFR 210.13. No extensions will be granted unless good cause is shown. If a respondent does not reply on time, they may lose the right to object to the claims. If that happens, the judge can accept the facts in the complaint as true and issue an exclusion order or cease and desist order. The complaint and non-confidential documents can be found online at: https://edis.usitc.gov. General information on the USITC is at: https://www.usitc.gov. Issued by order of the USITC on January 23, 2026. Signed, Lisa BartonSecretary to the Commission Federal Register Document Number: 2026-01612Filed: January 26, 2026Billing Code: 7020-02-P Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Investigates Electric Unicycles Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On January 21, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) received a filing from Inventist, Inc. and Alien Technology Group, Inc., who also do business as Alien Rides. The complaint involves certain gyro-stabilized electric unicycles, their parts, and other products containing these components. The complaint alleges violations of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The violations involve the import, sale for import, and sales inside the United States, of electric unicycle products that allegedly infringe on the complainants’ rights. The respondents named in the complaint are companies from China: Guangzhou Veteran Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. (LeaperKim) Dong Guan BEGODE Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. (BEGODE) Inmotion Technologies Co., Ltd. (Inmotion) Shenzhen King Song Intelligence Technology Co., Ltd. (Kingsong) Guangzhou JiDongTai Intelligent Equipment Co., Ltd. (Nosfet) The complainants request the Commission to issue: A general exclusion order Or a limited exclusion order Cease and desist orders A bond issuing requirement on the allegedly infringing goods during the 60-day Presidential review period per 19 U.S.C. 1337(j) The Commission is asking for public comments about the case. Any interested parties, government agencies, and the public are invited to submit comments. These comments should speak to whether any trade restrictions requested would affect: Public health and welfare in the U.S. Competitive conditions in the U.S. economy U.S. production of similar or competitive products Consumer access to the products Specifically, the Commission is asking for comments that: Explain how the products are used in the U.S. Discuss any safety, health, or welfare concerns if the products were restricted Identify U.S.-made options that can replace these products Say whether the complainants or others can supply replacement products in a timely way Explain how a ban would affect U.S. consumers Written public interest comments must be submitted no later than eight calendar days after this notice’s publication in the Federal Register, which was January 26, 2026. Further comments will be accepted after the Commission issues its final initial determination. Replies to others’ submissions must be filed within three calendar days after the first submission deadline. All submissions: Must be filed electronically Must refer to Docket No. 3877 on the cover or first page Cannot exceed five pages including attachments Must be submitted through the Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov Paper submissions will not be accepted at this time. Those seeking confidential treatment for their documents must explain why the Commission should keep the material private, per 19 CFR 201.6. Confidential information may be used by Commission employees or contractors to support investigations and reviews. Public versions of submissions will be available through EDIS. This investigation moves forward under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The current procedures follow Commission rules in 19 CFR 201.10 and 210.8(c). For questions, contact Lisa R. Barton, Secretary to the Commission, at (202) 205-2000, or access EDIS online at https://edis.usitc.gov. Issued: January 21, 2026 By order of the Commission. Lisa Barton Secretary to the Commission [Federal Register Document No. 2026-01333] Filed January 23, 2026 Billing Code 7020-02-P Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Launches Review on Fresh Tomato Imports from Mexico Estimated reading time: 6–9 minutes Date: 2026-01-26 The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) announced on January 21, 2026, that it will begin a review of its earlier decision in Investigation No. 731-TA-747 (Final), regarding fresh tomatoes from Mexico. This review is being conducted under Section 751(b) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1675(b)). The purpose is to determine if removing the antidumping duty order on imports of fresh tomatoes from Mexico would harm the U.S. industry again. Fresh tomatoes from Mexico are listed under heading 0702.00 of the U.S. Harmonized Tariff Schedule. Background The original investigation started on April 1, 1996. The complaint was filed by several U.S. tomato associations. They believed that low-priced Mexican tomatoes were hurting U.S. growers. A suspension agreement was reached with Mexican exporters on October 28, 1996. This paused the legal investigation as the Mexican companies agreed to change pricing practices. Several times over the years, the agreement was ended and resumed. Investigations were restarted and then suspended following new agreements. The action repeated in 2002, 2008, 2013, and 2019. In 2019, Commerce and the ITC both made affirmative decisions, agreeing that Mexican imports were causing harm. However, because a new suspension agreement was signed on September 19, 2019, no antidumping duty was placed. Most recently, the 2019 agreement was terminated on July 14, 2025. An official antidumping duty order was then issued. Request for Review On May 9, 2025, three Mexican producers—Bioparques de Occidente, Agricola La Primavera, and Kaliroy Fresh—asked the Commission to review its 2019 decision. They said the market has changed since then. These groups claimed there have been shifts in U.S. demand and in growing techniques. U.S. customers now prefer different types of tomatoes. U.S. and Canadian growers have invested heavily in greenhouse farming, making the market more diverse. Also, U.S. producers have invested in growing facilities in Mexico to support year-round demand. On June 18, 2025, the ITC published a notice in the Federal Register, asking for public comments. Six submissions supported opening a review. They included industry groups from both Mexico and the U.S., as well as Canadian companies. The Florida Tomato Exchange opposed the review. After reviewing the comments, the ITC decided that there is enough evidence of changed market conditions to begin a formal review. Commission Votes Chair Karpel opposed starting the review, saying the changes were not enough. Commissioner Kearns supported the review. Commissioner Johanson did not vote. By rule, a tied vote among participating Commissioners is enough to allow a review to proceed. Case Schedule Key dates for the investigation are now set: The staff report (nonpublic version) will be released on April 29, 2026. A public version will be released later. A hearing will take place on May 19, 2026. Requests to appear at the hearing must be filed by May 14, 2026. A prehearing conference will be held on May 15, 2026. Prehearing briefs are due May 8, 2026. Posthearing briefs are due May 28, 2026. Final party comments on all evidence are due June 25, 2026. Hearing and Filings All filings must be made electronically through the ITC’s EDIS system: https://edis.usitc.gov. No paper filings will be accepted. Parties may request to testify remotely. These requests must be submitted with the hearing request and must explain why the witness cannot appear in person. Business proprietary information will only be shared with parties granted access under an administrative protective order. Applications must be submitted at least 21 days before the hearing. Conclusion The ITC will review the potential impacts of lifting current duties on Mexican fresh tomatoes. This decision could affect trade, prices, and competition in the U.S. tomato market. The outcome depends on whether the market changes raised by the Mexican parties are supported by data and justify changing the current policy. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Launches Trade Investigations on Citric Acid Imports from Canada and India Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On January 21, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) began new investigations into imports of citric acid and certain citrate salts from Canada and India. These chemicals are used in food, pharmaceuticals, and cleaning products. The case includes both antidumping and countervailing duty investigations. The Commission is investigating if these products are being sold in the U.S. at unfairly low prices and if the governments of Canada and India are providing illegal subsidies. These imports fall under U.S. tariff subheadings 2918.14.00, 2918.15.10, 2918.15.50, and 3824.99.93 on the Harmonized Tariff Schedule. The investigations were started after petitions were filed by three U.S.-based companies: Archer-Daniels-Midland Company, Decatur, IL Cargill, Incorporated, Wayzata, MN Primary Products Ingredients Americas LLC, Schaumburg, IL The Commission must make a preliminary decision by March 9, 2026. Its findings will then be sent to the U.S. Department of Commerce by March 16, 2026. The investigation is being carried out under Sections 703(a) and 733(a) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1671b(a) and 1673b(a)). The public may participate under the Commission’s rules. Any person or group wishing to take part must file an entry of appearance no later than seven days after the notice is published in the Federal Register. Industrial users and consumer organizations may also join the investigation as parties. A separate public service list will be created. It will include the names and contact information for all parties to the investigation. Parties approved under the Administrative Protective Order (APO) will get access to business proprietary information (BPI). These requests must be submitted within seven days of publication of the notice. A staff conference will take place on February 11, 2026, starting at 9:30 a.m. Requests to appear at this conference must be emailed by noon on February 9, 2026. The email must include the email contacts for all intended participants. Parties who want to give written input must submit briefs by 5:15 p.m. on February 17, 2026. Written testimony and related materials for the conference must be submitted no later than 4:00 p.m. on February 10, 2026. All submissions must follow USITC Rules (sections 201.6, 201.8, 207.3, and 207.7) and must be made electronically using the Commission’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. Paper filings are not accepted at this time. Anyone submitting materials must also share them with other parties and submit a certificate of service. All information submitted to the Commission must be certified as accurate and complete. Parties acknowledge that their information may be used by U.S. agency personnel for official investigations or cybersecurity reviews. These actions are authorized under Title VII of the Tariff Act of 1930. The notice was issued on January 22, 2026, by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission. Public records for this case can be viewed at https://edis.usitc.gov. Additional information is available at https://www.usitc.gov. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

USITC Opens Investigation Into Certain Video-Capable Devices from Amazon Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes On January 20, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) announced that it has begun an investigation under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The investigation is titled “Certain Video-Capable Electronic Devices” (Investigation No. 337-TA-1481). The case is based on a complaint filed on December 18, 2025, by InterDigital, Inc. and InterDigital VC Holdings, Inc., both based in Wilmington, Delaware. A supplemental letter was filed on January 6, 2026. The complaint alleges that Amazon.com, Inc. and Amazon.com Services, LLC are importing and selling certain video-capable electronic devices that infringe on several U.S. patents. These include: U.S. Patent No. 10,741,211 U.S. Patent No. 9,747,674 U.S. Patent No. 8,363,724 U.S. Patent No. 8,681,855 U.S. Patent No. 11,917,146 The USITC will investigate if the devices infringe on claims listed in these patents. The specific claims in question are: Claims 1, 2, 12, 14 of the ’211 patent Claims 1, 4, 10, 15 of the ’674 patent Claims 39, 41, 43, 47, 48, 50, 53, 54, 56, 57, 59, 61, 65, 66, 68, 71, 72, 74 of the ’724 patent Claims 13, 16, 19, 22 of the ’855 patent Claims 1–3, 7–9, 13, 14, 17, 18 of the ’146 patent The USITC will also determine whether an industry exists or is in the process of being established in the U.S. as required by law. The products in question are described as: Video-capable streaming devices Televisions Tablet computers Smart displays The formal respondents in this matter are: Amazon.com, Inc., 410 Terry Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109 Amazon.com Services, LLC, 410 Terry Avenue North, Seattle, WA 98109 The complainants are: InterDigital, Inc., 200 Bellevue Parkway, Suite 300, Wilmington, DE 19809 InterDigital VC Holdings, Inc., 200 Bellevue Parkway, Suite 300, Wilmington, DE 19809 The Chief Administrative Law Judge will assign a presiding judge for this case. The Office of Unfair Import Investigations will not participate as a party in this investigation. Under USITC rules, Amazon must respond to the complaint and the notice of investigation within 20 days of being served. Any extension will only be allowed for good cause. If Amazon fails to respond in time, the law judge and Commission may consider the facts to be as stated in the complaint. This could result in the issuing of a limited exclusion order, a cease and desist order, or both. The public version of the complaint is available at https://edis.usitc.gov. For questions, contact Susan Orndoff, Docket Services Division, USITC, at (202) 205-1802. Issued by order of the Commission on January 20, 2026. Lisa BartonSecretary to the Commission Federal Register Document Number: 2026-01227Billing Code: 7020-02-P Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. ITC Finds Patent Violation in Oil Vaporizing Devices Case; Issues Orders Against STIIIZY and ALD Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On January 23, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) published its final determination in Investigation No. 337-TA-1392. The case involves oil vaporizing devices, their parts, and products containing these parts. The Commission found violations of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The violations relate to the unlicensed importation and sale of oil vaporizing products that infringe several U.S. patents. The Commission issued a Limited Exclusion Order (LEO). This order blocks unlicensed entry of the infringing products made or imported by the companies named in the complaint. The Commission also issued Cease and Desist Orders (CDOs) against STIIIZY. The investigation began on March 6, 2024. The complaint was filed by the patent holder. It alleged that STIIIZY IP LLC (formerly STIIIZY, LLC), STIIIZY, Inc. (doing business as Shryne Group Inc.), ALD Group Limited, and ALD Hong Kong Holdings imported and sold products that violated four patents: U.S. Patent No. 11,369,756 (“the ‘756 patent”) U.S. Patent No. 11,766,527 (“the ‘527 patent”) U.S. Patent No. 11,369,757 (“the ‘757 patent”) U.S. Patent No. 11,759,580 (“the ‘580 patent”) Initially, the ALJ found that the STIIIZY and ALD products infringed many of the patented claims. However, the ALJ concluded that the complainant failed to meet the economic prong of the domestic industry requirement. The Commission reviewed and reversed several of the ALJ’s findings. It ruled that the complainant met both the technical and economic parts of the domestic industry requirement. A key Commission finding was that pre-patent issuance investments can be counted under Section 337(a)(3), as long as those investments were related to the patented products. The products named as infringing include: STIIIZY-LIIIL STIIIZY-1G(C) STIIIZY-ORIG-1 STIIIZY-AIO FLARE(C) FLARE(V) ROVE(C) ROVE(V) STIIIZY-1G-REDESIGN(C) STIIIZY-ORIG-1G-REDESIGN STIIIZY-AIO-REDESIGN Several product redesigns by STIIIZY and ALD were also found to infringe under the doctrine of equivalents. The Commission confirmed that none of the patents were found invalid under Sections 102, 103, or 112 of Title 35 of the U.S. Code. Public comments were received during the review process, including submissions from Professor William J. McNichol, Jr. of Rutgers Law School. Following review, the Commission found that public interest factors did not weigh against issuing the LEO and CDOs. It also set a bond of 100% of the value of the infringing imports during the 60-day Presidential review period. The investigation is now closed. The Commission’s decision was based on the full record, including the initial determination, petitions for review, and public submissions. For more details, the official documentation can be accessed through the Commission’s website at www.usitc.gov. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Starts Enforcement Case Over Synthetic Hair Imports Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes On January 22, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) announced that it has started a formal enforcement proceeding. This action is related to a prior case about certain pre-stretched synthetic braiding hair and the packaging that comes with it. The new case targets Vivace, Inc. doing business as Dae Do Inc. from Port Washington, New York. Vivace is charged with not following the Commission’s orders from a decision made on September 29, 2025. The initial investigation began on September 9, 2024. It was started after a complaint from JBS Hair of Atlanta, Georgia. The case focused on Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. It related to claims that some companies were importing and selling synthetic hair products that infringed on U.S. patents. Three U.S. patents were involved: Patent No. 10,786,026, Patent No. 10,945,478 (called the ‘478 patent), and Patent No. 10,980,301 (called the ‘301 patent). The USITC investigated many companies. These were split into three groups: Defaulting Respondents: This group included Vivace, A-Hair Import Inc., Crown Pacific Group Inc., Loc N Products, LLC, and Zugoo Import Inc. They were found to be in default in separate rulings throughout late 2024 and early 2025. Consent Order Respondents: These companies agreed to settle. They include Chois International, Inc., I & I Hair Corp., Kum Kang Trading USA, Inc., Mink Hair, Ltd., Oradell International Corp., and Twin Peak International, Inc. Remaining Respondents: These firms were removed from the case when the complainant withdrew the complaint against them on April 29, 2025. On September 29, 2025, the Commission issued limited exclusion orders and cease and desist orders against the Defaulting Respondents, including Vivace. These types of orders are common under Section 337 to stop companies from selling or importing products found to infringe U.S. laws. On December 18, 2025, JBS Hair filed a follow-up enforcement complaint. The claim was that Vivace continued to sell and import items that infringe claim 20 of the ‘478 patent and claims 1, 4 through 9, and 11 of the ‘301 patent. This would violate the previous orders. After reviewing the complaint and documents, the USITC decided the complaint meets the legal requirements for an enforcement proceeding. Now, a formal enforcement process is underway. The Commission has ordered the Chief Administrative Law Judge to pick an Administrative Law Judge (ALJ). This ALJ will conduct the hearings, make findings (called an Enforcement Initial Determination), and suggest further actions if needed. The Commission’s decision to start this process was made on January 20, 2026. This proceeding is under the rules found in 19 CFR 210.75(a). The U.S. Office of Unfair Import Investigations is also a party in the enforcement action. Issued by the Commission’s Secretary, Lisa Barton, on January 20, 2026. Federal Register Document Number: 2026-01184 For access to case documents, view the Commission’s electronic docket at https://edis.usitc.gov. For general information, visit https://www.usitc.gov. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Opens Investigation Into Dental Bur Imports Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On January 13, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) announced the beginning of Investigation No. 337-TA-1479. The investigation is about certain imported dental burs and kits. This action follows a complaint filed on December 16, 2025, by Huwais IP Holding LLC and Versah, LLC, both located in Jackson, Michigan. An amended complaint was filed on January 6, 2026. The complaint says certain companies import and sell dental burs and kits in the U.S. that break the rules under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The products are said to violate U.S. patents and trademarks. The two patents involved are: U.S. Patent No. 9,326,778 U.S. Patent No. 11,712,250 The patents cover special kinds of dental tools called “osseodensification dental burs.” The trademarks involved are: U.S. Trademark Registration No. 6,261,888 U.S. Trademark Registration No. 6,261,886 U.S. Trademark Registration No. 4,689,471 The complainants say that these intellectual property rights are being violated by importing and selling the products in the United States. The commission will look at: Whether any U.S. patents or trademarks are being violated. Whether there is a business in the U.S. involved in making these products. The complainants want the USITC to issue one of the following: A general exclusion order A limited exclusion order Cease and desist orders The USITC has listed the exact type of products under investigation. They are: “osseodensification dental burs and kits thereof.” The following companies are named as respondents. They are the ones accused of breaking U.S. trade law: Pawn Move, Sialkot, Pakistan Raheela Instruments, UAE Ali House of Dental, Pakistan Dental68, Grapevine, TX, USA Mahfooz Instruments, Pakistan Medsal International, Pakistan Hamsan International/Hamsan Surgical, Pakistan Arck Instruments UK LTD, United Kingdom Denshine, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, USA DentalBTC/Mediface Instruments, Pakistan and Texas, USA iDentalShop, Elk Grove Village, IL, USA Dyna International, Pakistan Merit Surgical, Canada Skeema Dental Italia, Italy Orthodonticdental/Orthodent, Australia New Med Instruments, Pakistan The USITC named Pathenia M. Proctor of the Office of Unfair Import Investigations as the contact for further information regarding this case. The Chief Administrative Law Judge of the USITC will assign a judge to handle the case. Companies listed as respondents must reply to the amended complaint and notice of investigation within 20 days of receiving it. If they do not answer in time, the USITC and judge may decide the case without their input. This could lead to exclusion orders or cease and desist orders against those companies. Issued under Commission order dated January 14, 2026. Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, signed the notice. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Seeks Public Comments on Remedies in Patent Case for Nasal Devices Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes On January 20, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) released a notice in Federal Register Volume 91, Number 12, regarding Investigation No. 337-TA-1444. The investigation concerns possible violations of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 related to the importation and sale of certain nasal devices and components. The investigation began on March 26, 2025. Aardvark Medical Inc., based in Denton, Texas, filed the complaint. The company alleges that certain imported nasal devices infringe claims in U.S. Patent Nos. 9,750,856; 11,318,234; 11,883,009; 11,883,010; and 11,889,995. The ITC named the following companies as respondents: Xiamenximier Electronic Commerce Co., Ltd. (d/b/a Cenny) – Fujian, China Xia Men Deng Jia E-Commerce Co., Ltd. (d/b/a Ronfnea) – Fujian, China Chongqing Moffy Innovation Technology Co., Ltd. – Chongqing City, China Guangdong XINRUNTAO Technology Co., Ltd. – Shenzhen, China Shenzhen Jun&Liang Media Tech Limited – Shenzhen, China RhinoSystems – Brooklyn, Ohio Spa Sciences LP – Port St. Lucie, Florida The Commission determined that the Office of Unfair Import Investigations would not participate in the investigation. Key developments include: On June 17, 2025, the Commission approved a name correction for respondent Spa Sciences LP to Michael Todd Beauty LP d/b/a Spa Sciences (Order No. 9). On August 6, 2025, Michael Todd Beauty LP was terminated from the investigation by joint settlement agreement (Order No. 14). On December 4, 2025, the Commission found Cenny, Ronfnea, Moffy, Xinruntao, and Jun&Liang in default (Order No. 27, partially reviewed and affirmed). On December 22, 2025, RhinoSystems was also terminated from the investigation based on settlement (Order No. 28). All remaining respondents are now in default. On January 5, 2026, Aardvark Medical submitted a declaration under Commission Rule 210.16(c), requesting that the Commission immediately issue: A limited exclusion order (LEO), and A cease and desist order (CDO) against each defaulted respondent. The Commission did not receive any opposing responses to this request. The ITC is now requesting public written submissions on the following topics: What type of remedy, if any, should be issued. The impact of a potential remedy on the public interest. How much bond should be imposed during any President-led review period of the remedy. The Commission will consider effects on: Public health and welfare Competitive conditions in the U.S. economy U.S. production of similar or competitive articles U.S. consumers If any remedy is ordered, the U.S. Trade Representative will have 60 days to review it. During that time, the products may still enter the U.S. under bond. Parties should include the following in their submissions: The type of remedy requested Proposed terms of the remedial orders The expiration date of the patents involved Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTSUS) subheadings for the implicated products Names of known importers Deadlines for submissions: Initial submissions are due by January 29, 2026. Reply submissions are due by February 5, 2026. No additional submissions will be accepted unless the Commission states otherwise. Documents must be filed electronically according to 19 CFR 210.4(f). Confidential documents must be marked accordingly. Non-confidential versions must be available to the public online through the Commission’s Electronic Docket Information System (EDIS). The Commission made its decision to request these submissions on January 14, 2026. The legal authority for this notice comes from Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended (19 U.S.C. § 1337), and rules in 19 CFR part 210. Issued by: Lisa Barton Secretary to the Commission Date: 2026-01-15 Federal Register Doc. No.: 2026-00955 Billing Code: 7020-02-P Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Trade Commission Seeks Comments on Possible Review of Duties on Coated Paper from Indonesia Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) is asking for public comments about whether there are new reasons to review existing duties on coated paper imports from Indonesia. This is about special taxes that were put on high-quality print paper from Indonesia to protect U.S. businesses. Background on the Duties In November 2010, the USITC found that imports of certain coated paper from China and Indonesia were hurting the U.S. industry. The U.S. Department of Commerce said those imports were sold in the U.S. at unfairly low prices and were getting help from foreign governments. As a result, the U.S. placed antidumping and countervailing duties (special taxes) on these paper imports. The duties were reviewed and continued in 2017 and again in 2022, after the USITC and the Department of Commerce said U.S. industries still needed protection. Request for Changed Circumstances Review On December 3, 2025, two Indonesian paper companies, PT. Pindo Deli Pulp and Paper Mills and PT. Indah Kiat Pulp & Paper Tbk., asked the USITC to review its decisions. The companies say there have been big changes in Indonesia’s paper industry. They claim: There has been a large and permanent drop in the ability to make this type of paper in Indonesia. Now, only two companies are making the paper. The industry has strongly shifted to selling paper inside Indonesia, not exporting it to other countries. They argue these changes were not caused by the U.S. duties but by other market reasons. USITC Requests Public Comments The USITC is now asking the public to comment on whether these changes are enough to start a special review. They want to know if a review should begin to see if removing the duties would again hurt U.S. paper businesses. How to Submit Comments Comments must be sent to the USITC’s Secretary by March 4, 2026. All comments must follow the Commission’s rules. If the comment has business secrets, it must follow special rules for confidential information. Right now, comments must be sent electronically through the USITC’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. No paper filings or physical copies will be accepted. For More Information For questions, contact Celia Feldpausch at 202-205-2387, or visit the USITC website at http://www.usitc.gov. The full public record can be viewed at http://edis.usitc.gov. This notice was issued by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, on January 9, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Receives Complaint on Power Converters and Circuit Systems Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes On January 14, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) announced the receipt of a new complaint concerning “Certain Power Converters, Circuit Board Assemblies, and Computing Systems Containing the Same.” The complaint is officially logged under Docket Number 3874. The complaint was filed by Vicor Corporation. It alleges violations of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1337). The complaint covers the importation, sale for importation, and sale after importation of specific power converters, circuit board assemblies, and computing systems that contain those parts. Respondents named in the complaint include: Delta Electronics, Inc. (Taiwan) Delta Electronics (Americas) Ltd. (Fremont, CA) DET Logistics (USA) Corporation (Fremont, CA) Luxshare Precision Industry Co., Ltd. (China) Dongguan Luxshare Technology Co., Ltd. a/k/a Luxshare-Tech (China) Shanghai Peiyuan Electronics Co., Ltd. d/b/a MetaPWR Electronics Co., Ltd. and Shanghai MetaPWR Electronics Co., Ltd. (China) Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (Kirkland, Washington) Chengdu Monolithic Power Systems Co., Ltd. (China) MPS International (Shanghai) Ltd. (China) Wistron Corporation (Taiwan) Wiwynn Corporation (Taiwan) Quanta Computer Inc. (Taiwan) Quanta Cloud Technology Inc. (Taiwan) Quanta Cloud Technology USA LLC (San Jose, CA) Quanta Computer USA Inc. (Fremont, CA) Vicor Corporation requests that the Commission issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. The company also seeks a bond on respondents’ allegedly infringing products during the 60-day Presidential review period as provided by 19 U.S.C. 1337(j). The Commission now seeks public comments about any public interest concerns the complaint may raise. These comments should discuss whether the requested relief would affect public health and welfare, competitive conditions in the U.S. economy, the production of like or directly competitive articles in the U.S., or U.S. consumers. The Commission especially asks for comments on: How the products are used in the United States. Health, safety, or welfare concerns in the U.S. related to the orders requested. Whether similar products are made in the U.S. and could replace the subject articles if excluded. The ability for Vicor, its licensees, or third parties to fill the market if the alleged items are excluded or ordered to cease and desist. The impacts of the requested orders on U.S. consumers. All written submissions about public interest must be filed no later than close of business, eight calendar days after this notice’s publication in the Federal Register. There will be more chances for the public to comment after any final initial determination in this investigation. All submissions and replies must be no more than five pages, including attachments. Submissions must be filed electronically through the Commission’s EDIS system at https://edis.usitc.gov. No paper or in-person filings will be accepted at this time. Requests for confidential treatment must be addressed to the Secretary to the Commission and must include a statement explaining why confidential treatment should be granted. All contract personnel must sign nondisclosure agreements. Nonconfidential written submissions will be available to view at the Office of the Secretary and on EDIS at https://edis.usitc.gov. This notice is issued under the authority of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended (19 U.S.C. 1337), and sections 201.10 and 210.8(c) of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure (19 CFR 201.10, 210.8(c)). The Secretary to the Commission for this action is Lisa Barton. The notice was issued on January 12, 2026. For more information, visit https://www.usitc.gov or the EDIS system at https://edis.usitc.gov. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

USITC Receives Complaint Concerning Power Converters and Computing Systems Estimated reading time: 7–8 minutes On January 12, 2026, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) received a new complaint. This complaint is titled “Certain Power Converters, Circuit Board Assemblies, and Computing Systems Containing the Same,” Docket Number 3874. The complaint was filed by Vicor Corporation. The company claims that certain products were imported, sold for importation, or sold in the United States after importation in violation of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1337). The products in question include power converters, circuit board assemblies, and computing systems that use these items. The complaint names several companies as respondents: Delta Electronics, Inc. (Taiwan) Delta Electronics (Americas) Ltd. (Fremont, California) DET Logistics (USA) Corporation (Fremont, California) Luxshare Precision Industry Co., Ltd. (China) Dongguan Luxshare Technology Co., Ltd., a.k.a. Luxshare-Tech (China) Shanghai Peiyuan Electronics Co., Ltd. d/b/a MetaPWR Electronics Co., Ltd., and Shanghai MetaPWR Electronics Co., Ltd. (China) Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (Kirkland, Washington) Chengdu Monolithic Power Systems Co., Ltd. (China) MPS International (Shanghai) Ltd. (China) Wistron Corporation (Taiwan) Wiwynn Corporation (Taiwan) Quanta Computer Inc. (Taiwan) Quanta Cloud Technology Inc. (Taiwan) Quanta Cloud Technology USA LLC (San Jose, California) Quanta Computer USA Inc. (Fremont, California) Vicor Corporation is asking the Commission to issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. Vicor also requests that the Commission impose a bond during the 60-day Presidential review period. The USITC is asking for comments from the public on any public interest issues related to the complaint. The focus is on: How the products identified are used in the United States. Any concerns about public health, safety, or welfare if the requested orders are issued. Identification of similar products made in the United States that could replace the disputed items. Whether Vicor, its partners, or other suppliers in the U.S. can meet the demand if the imported products are excluded. How U.S. consumers may be affected by the requested remedial orders. Anyone who wants to submit comments must do so electronically within eight days after publication of the notice. Submissions must reference “Docket No. 3874” and be no longer than five pages. Only electronic filings are allowed at this time. Guidance can be found on the USITC’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS): https://edis.usitc.gov. Those who want to keep some information confidential must follow the procedures set out in 19 CFR 201.6. Confidential documents can only be reviewed by the Commission and certain authorized personnel. The USITC will provide other opportunities for comments if a final initial determination is made in the investigation. Replies to any comments must be filed within three days after the comments are due. This notice is filed under the authority of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and the Commission’s rules. For more details, refer to the official notice at the Federal Register or contact Lisa R. Barton, Secretary to the Commission, at the USITC in Washington, DC. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Begins Investigation Into Fall Detection Wearable Devices Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has started an investigation into certain wearable devices with fall detection and their components. The investigation relates to complaints made by UnaliWear, Inc., a company from Austin, Texas. The complaint was filed on December 12, 2025. UnaliWear, Inc. claims that some products imported or sold in the United States infringe its patents. The patents mentioned are U.S. Patent No. 10,051,410 and U.S. Patent No. 10,687,193. The company also says there is an industry in the United States connected to these patents. The ITC will look at the following products: “electronic watches with the capability to detect when a user has suffered a fall, and components thereof.” The investigation will focus on whether these devices are being imported, sold for importation, or sold in the U.S. after importation, in violation of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The companies listed as respondents are: Apple, Inc., Cupertino, California Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd., Suwon-si, Republic of Korea Samsung Electronics America, Inc., Ridgefield Park, New Jersey Google LLC, Mountain View, California Garmin Ltd., Schaffhausen, Switzerland Garmin International, Inc., Olathe, Kansas Garmin USA, Inc., Olathe, Kansas The ITC will decide if these companies have violated the law by infringing the patents. The Commission may issue orders to stop the sale and importation of such devices if a violation is found. The presiding Administrative Law Judge will take evidence and hear arguments regarding the public interest. This will include looking at facts and making a recommendation. The deadlines are firm. The named companies must respond to the complaint and notice of investigation within 20 days of receiving them. If they do not respond on time, they may lose the right to contest the allegations. The ITC could then issue an exclusion order or a cease and desist order against them. More information about the investigation can be found at https://edis.usitc.gov or by contacting the Office of Unfair Import Investigations at the U.S. International Trade Commission. Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, signed the notice on January 8, 2026. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Schedules Final Phase in Torsion Springs Case from India Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has announced the final phase schedule for its antidumping and countervailing duty investigations on overhead door counterbalance torsion springs from India. This action follows final affirmative determinations from the U.S. Department of Commerce (Commerce) regarding imports of these springs from both China and India. Commerce found imports had been subsidized and sold at less than fair value. The USITC previously determined that imports of these springs from China caused material injury to the U.S. industry. These products are classified under subheading 7320.20.50 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States. Recent final determinations by Commerce regarding India were published in the Federal Register on December 31, 2025 (90 FR 61366 and 90 FR 61369). In response, the USITC is setting deadlines for the next steps in this investigation. The deadline for filing supplemental party comments is 5:15 p.m. on January 15, 2026. These comments must focus only on Commerce’s final determinations about imports from India. The rules require that supplemental comments do not include new facts and remain within five pages. The USITC staff’s supplemental report on these investigations will appear in the nonpublic record on January 28, 2026. A public version of the report will come afterward. All filings related to this investigation must be electronic. Filings are accepted through the Commission’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. No paper filings will be accepted at this time. Every document submitted by parties must be served on all other participants in the investigation and must be accompanied by a certificate of service. The Secretary will not accept any document for filing without this certificate. Except for submissions requested directly by a Commissioner or staff, or unless good cause is shown, no additional written submissions will be accepted. This investigation is conducted under title VII of the Tariff Act of 1930 and published under section 207.21 of the Commission’s rules. For further details, contact Peter Stebbins of the Office of Investigations at (202) 205-2039. Information for hearing-impaired persons is available at (202) 205-1810. Persons needing mobility assistance should contact the Office of the Secretary at (202) 205-2000. Issued January 8, 2026, by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission. (Federal Register Doc. 2026-00347, Filed 1-9-26, 8:45 am, Billing Code 7020-02-P) Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Begins Trade Investigation Into Chromium Trioxide Imports from India and Turkey Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has started an investigation about chromium trioxide coming from India and Turkey. This decision is because there may be unfair trade. The USITC found signs that a U.S. industry is being hurt by imported chromium trioxide. These imports are thought to be sold in the United States at prices less than fair value. This is called “less than fair value” or LTFV. Chromium trioxide is used in making special chemicals and other products. The investigation also looks at chromium trioxide from India that may be getting financial help, or “subsidies,” from the Indian government. Imports from both India and Turkey are included, but subsidies are only being checked for India. The product is listed under code 2819.10.00 in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the U.S. The case started after American Chrome & Chemicals, Inc. from Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, filed written requests on September 29, 2025. They said U.S. businesses are being harmed because of the imported chemicals from India and Turkey. Because of this, the USITC began two types of investigations: a countervailing duty investigation, number 701-TA-779, and antidumping investigations, numbers 731-TA-1765 and 1766. Notices about the investigations, and a meeting for the public to share their views, were posted at the USITC office and published in the Federal Register on October 2, 2025 (Volume 90, Page 47820). The official meeting took place on December 4, 2025. Everyone who asked to speak was allowed to take part. The USITC’s work was delayed at different times because of a government shutdown. New schedules were announced on November 11, December 18, and December 30, 2025, all published in the Federal Register as required. The USITC followed U.S. law in making its decisions, following sections 703(a) and 733(a) of the Tariff Act of 1930. The Commission finished and filed its decisions on January 2, 2026. Details of the decisions are in USITC Publication 5968, “Chromium Trioxide from India and Turkey: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-779 and 731-TA-1765-1766 (Preliminary)” dated January 2026. Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, signed the official order. The notice was published in the Federal Register on January 12, 2026 (91 FR 1197). Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Makes Determinations on Thermal Paper from China Estimated reading time: 2–4 minutes On January 6, 2026, the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) made a key decision about lightweight thermal paper from China. The Commission looked at whether removing certain trade rules could hurt U.S. companies. These rules are called countervailing and antidumping duty orders. They help protect American industries from unfair trade practices. In this case, the USITC found that if the orders on lightweight thermal paper from China were taken away, it would likely cause material injury to companies in the United States. This injury could happen again or continue if the orders were removed. The Commission’s review started on June 2, 2025. At that time, they opened investigation numbers 701-TA-451 and 731-TA-1126. The USITC later decided to conduct expedited reviews. These reviews moved quickly to examine the facts. There was a delay in the schedule because of a government funding issue, but the schedule was changed and continued as planned. The decision was made according to section 751(c) of the Tariff Act of 1930. The USITC finished and filed its findings on January 6, 2026. The full views of the Commission can be found in USITC Publication 5967, titled “Lightweight Thermal Paper from China: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-451 and 731-TA-1126 (Third Review).” Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, issued the official order. This notice was published in the Federal Register on January 8, 2026. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

US International Trade Commission Opens Investigation Into Screen Protector Imports Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On January 7, 2026, the US International Trade Commission (ITC) announced the start of an investigation. The case is about certain screen protectors, screen protector systems, and their parts. The case number is 337-TA-1474. The complaint was filed on December 3, 2025. Superior Communications Inc., from Irwindale, California, is the complainant. The complaint says that some products coming into the United States may break the rules found in Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The complaint says that some companies are importing, selling, or selling after importation, screen protectors and systems that may infringe on these United States patents: U.S. Patent No. 9,931,823 U.S. Patent No. 10,021,818 U.S. Patent No. 10,399,315 U.S. Patent No. 11,155,067 Superior Communications says that there is an industry for these products in the United States, or that an industry is being made. Superior Communications is asking for two things from the ITC: A limited exclusion order Cease and desist orders. The investigation will look at whether the named companies broke the law by bringing accused products into the US, selling them to be imported, or selling them after they got here. These products include: Screen protector applicator systems Screen protectors used with application trays Screen protectors and application trays Screen protectors used with application machines Screen protectors and application machines, and Their components The ITC named these parties in the investigation: Complainant: Superior Communications Inc., 5027 Irwindale Avenue, Suite 900, Irwindale, California 91706 Respondents: Belkin International, Inc., 555 South Aviation Boulevard, Suite 180, El Segundo, California 90245-4852 Belkin Inc., 555 South Aviation Boulevard, Suite 180, El Segundo, California 90245-4852 The ITC has assigned an Administrative Law Judge to oversee the investigation. The Office of Unfair Import Investigations will not be a party in this case. The named respondents must reply to the complaint and notice of investigation, following the instructions in section 210.13 of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure. Responses must be received no later than 20 days after the complaint and notice are served. If a respondent does not respond on time, they may lose their right to contest the allegations. The ITC and Administrative Law Judge may then make findings and issue orders such as a limited exclusion order or a cease and desist order against the respondent. For further information, contact Susan Orndoff at the Office of Docket Services, US International Trade Commission, telephone (202) 205-1802. The official notice and non-confidential documents can be viewed on the ITC’s electronic docket (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. General information about the Commission is available at https://www.usitc.gov. The investigation began by order of the Commission on January 2, 2026. The notice was issued by Supervisory Attorney Susan Orndoff. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

United States Imposes Duties on Certain Fiber Products from China and Vietnam Estimated reading time: 5 minutes On January 5, 2026, the United States International Trade Commission (USITC) made a final decision about some fiber products from China and Vietnam. The Commission decided that the U.S. industry is being hurt by imports of thermoformed molded fiber products (TMFPs) from these two countries. These products are listed under subheading 4823.70.00 of the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States. According to the USITC, the U.S. Department of Commerce found that these products from China and Vietnam are being sold in the United States at “less than fair value,” which means they are being dumped. Commerce also found that the governments of China and Vietnam have given subsidies to their companies making these products. As a result of these findings, the United States will put duties on these imports. These actions follow the laws set by the Tariff Act of 1930. The investigation started on October 8, 2024, after petitions from the American Molded Fiber Coalition. The Coalition includes Genera Inc. from Tennessee, Tellus Products, LLC from Florida, and the United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy, Allied Industrial and Service Workers International Union (USW). The Department of Commerce made early findings that these imports were being unfairly subsidized and dumped. The USITC then held a public hearing on September 30, 2025. Everyone who wanted to take part was allowed to participate. There was also a delay in the investigation schedule because the USITC had to stop work during a funding lapse. The schedule was changed, and a new notice was published in November 2025. The USITC also found that imports from Vietnam, which are covered by Commerce’s “critical circumstances” determination, could seriously hurt the impact of the duties. However, Commissioner Johanson disagreed with this part of the decision. The full views of the Commission are in USITC Publication 5964, called “Thermoformed Molded Fiber Products from China and Vietnam: Investigation Nos. 701-TA-739-740 and 731-TA-1716-1717 (Final).” This notice was issued by Supervisory Attorney Susan Orndoff and published on January 7, 2026, in the Federal Register (Volume 91, Number 4, pages 537–538). Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Schedules Expedited Reviews for Calcium Hypochlorite from China Estimated reading time: 1–7 minutes On December 9, 2025, the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) announced the scheduling of expedited five-year reviews. These reviews are for antidumping and countervailing duty orders on calcium hypochlorite from China. The aim is to decide if ending these orders would likely lead to continued or future harm to the U.S. industry. The Commission noted its decision was based on responses received by September 5, 2025. The domestic interested party group gave an adequate response. However, the respondent group’s response was inadequate. There were no other reasons to conduct a full review. As a result, the Commission will move forward with expedited reviews following section 751(c)(3) of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1675(c)(3)). There was also a mention of time delays. These were due to a lack of funding and a temporary stop in Commission operations. This caused deadlines in the case to be tolled, or paused. For additional procedures and rules, the notice refers to the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure. These are listed under 19 CFR part 201 and 19 CFR part 207, which cover different parts of the process. A staff report about these reviews is on the Commission’s nonpublic record. It will be shared with people under the Administrative Protective Order on January 9, 2026. A public version will be made available later, under the Commission’s rules. Written comments can be filed by January 15, 2026. Only interested parties that provided adequate responses may submit these comments. Comments cannot contain new factual information. Other parties not involved in the reviews may submit brief written statements by the same date, also without new facts. If comments have sensitive business information, they must meet the rules in 19 CFR 201.6, 207.3, and 207.7. The Commission has found that only responses from Innovative Water Care LLC were individually adequate, so comments from other interested parties will not be accepted. Every document filed by a party must be sent to all other parties. A certificate of service must also be filed. The Secretary will not accept any document without it. The Commission has found these reviews are extraordinarily complicated. Therefore, they are extending the review period by up to 90 days, using their authority under 19 U.S.C. 1675(c)(5)(B). This process is part of the ITC’s work under the Tariff Act of 1930, as noted by the official order. The notice was issued by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, on December 5, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission to Conduct Full Reviews on Pipe and Tube Imports Estimated reading time: 4–5 minutes On December 8, 2025, the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) announced it will conduct full reviews for certain trade orders. These orders affect light-walled rectangular pipe and tube from China, Mexico, South Korea, and Turkey. The reviews will follow the Tariff Act of 1930. The ITC will decide if removing the special fees, called the countervailing and antidumping duty orders, would hurt U.S. companies. These fees are meant to stop unfair imports. The review will check if ending these fees would likely cause harm to U.S. businesses again. The ITC will share a schedule for the reviews soon. The decision was made on November 24, 2025. The ITC found that both groups in Mexico — from the U.S. and responders in Mexico — gave enough information. So, the ITC chose a full review for Mexico. For China, South Korea, and Turkey, the ITC found the group responses were not enough. Still, to be efficient, the ITC decided to review orders for these countries along with the Mexico review. Kenneth Gatten III from the Office of Investigations can be contacted for more details at 202-708-1447. People who need special help or who are hearing impaired can also get information by calling the ITC’s special numbers. Official records are available on the ITC website at https://www.usitc.gov. The public can also view case details online at https://edis.usitc.gov. The reviews follow ITC rules in 19 CFR parts 201 and 207, which guide how the ITC handles these cases. The official record of the vote will be available from the Office of the Secretary and on the ITC’s website. The notice was signed by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, and issued on December 3, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Reviews Violation Decision on Imported Urine Splash Guards Estimated reading time: 4–5 minutes Investigation Background The investigation, numbered 337-TA-1430, began on January 13, 2025. It was based on a complaint from Kids By Parents, Inc. of Potomac, Maryland. The complaint said certain companies were importing and selling urine splash guards and components that violated section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The alleged violation involves infringement of claims 1 and 2 of U.S. Patent No. 7,870,619 and claims 1-3 of U.S. Patent No. 11,812,901. List of Respondents The investigation named companies from China as respondents. There are two groups: Defaulting Respondents (Did not respond to the complaint): Maomaohouse (Shenzhen) Le Sengyu (Guangzhou) HealthSTEC (Hefei City) Edermurs (Shenzhen) Lishian (Shenzhen) Settling Respondents (Resolved with settlement): Tigaman (Shenzhen) Junyxin (Xiamen City) Eurbus (Shenzhen) Sunyoka123 (Shenzhen) SeLucky (Shenzhen) The Office of Unfair Import Investigations also participated. Key Decisions and Orders Previously, the Settling Respondents were removed from the investigation due to settlements. The Defaulting Respondents were found in default after failing to reply to official notices and orders. On June 30, 2025, Kids By Parents, Inc. filed a motion for summary determination of a violation of section 337 against the Defaulting Respondents. The motion requested: A general exclusion order (GEO) Cease and desist orders (CDOs) A bond of 100% of the import value of infringing products during the period of Presidential review The Office of Unfair Import Investigations supported this motion. On September 17, 2025, the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) issued an initial decision (ID): The motion was granted for claims 1 and 2 of the ‘619 patent and claims 1 and 2 of the ‘901 patent. The motion was not granted for claim 3 of the ‘901 patent. Recommended a GEO and CDOs for Maomaohouse, Le Sengyu, HealthSTEC, and Lishian (not Edermurs). Recommended a 100% bond on infringing articles during Presidential review. Kids By Parents, Inc. filed to end the investigation concerning claim 3 of the ‘901 patent. The ALJ agreed, and the investigation was partially terminated for that claim. Commission Review and Request for Comments The ITC decided to review the initial decision regarding the domestic industry requirement. Other findings will not be reviewed. The ITC may issue: Exclusion orders, which could block the product from entering the U.S. Cease and desist orders, which would require companies to stop further violations. The Commission is asking for written comments on: What kind of remedy should be ordered Effects of any remedy on public health, competitive conditions, U.S. production, and consumers Bond amount if a remedy is ordered Deadlines for submitting comments are: December 19, 2025 (initial submissions) January 5, 2026 (reply submissions) Written submissions must follow all Commission rules. Submissions may be public or confidential, but confidential documents must be labeled and handled according to the rules. Next Steps The President or U.S. Trade Representative has 60 days to take action on the ITC’s remedy, once ordered. During this time, products may still enter the U.S. if the required bond is posted. Further information can be found on the ITC’s website. The official vote on this decision was held on December 3, 2025. Contact for More Information Houda Morad, Esq., Office of the General Counsel, U.S. International Trade Commission, (202) 708-4716. ITC Electronic Docket: https://edis.usitc.gov Issued December 3, 2025, by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Asks for Comments in Semiconductor Devices Case Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has announced a major step in its ongoing investigation about certain semiconductor devices. This is Investigation No. 337-TA-1414. On December 2, 2025, the Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) issued an Initial Determination stating there was a violation of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The ALJ also gave a Recommended Determination on what remedy or action the ITC should take if a violation is found. After this, the ITC is now asking for public comments. These comments should focus on the public interest issues related to the possible actions the ITC may take. This request only asks for comments from the public and government agencies. What Is Section 337? Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 lets the ITC stop goods from coming into the U.S. if they break certain laws. However, before stopping the goods, the ITC must think about: The effect on public health and welfare in the United States The effect on competition in the U.S. economy The effect on making similar items in the U.S. How U.S. consumers would be affected Companies Involved The companies named in this case are: Innoscience (Suzhou) Technology Holding Co., Ltd. Innoscience (Suzhou) Semiconductor Co., Ltd. Innoscience (Zhuhai) Technology Company, Ltd. Innoscience America, Inc. The recommended remedy is a limited exclusion order. This means the ITC could stop these companies’ semiconductor devices and products containing them from being brought into the U.S., sold for importation, or sold after importation. The ITC is also considering cease and desist orders against each company. Details for Submitting Comments The ITC is asking for written comments, no longer than five pages, on how stopping these products might: Affect public health, safety, or welfare in the U.S. Change competition and the U.S. economy Impact U.S. production of similar products Affect U.S. consumers The ITC also asks commenters to: Explain how the affected articles are used in the U.S. Point out any public health or welfare issues. Identify U.S.-made or available products that could replace the subject items. Say whether companies in the U.S. could provide enough replacements in a reasonable time. Describe the effects on U.S. consumers. All submissions must be filed electronically by the close of business on January 5, 2026. Comments must reference “Inv. No. 337-TA-1414” above or on the first page. To file, use the Commission’s electronic docket (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. For help, contact the Secretary at (202) 205-2000. More details on electronic filing are available in the Commission’s Handbook for Electronic Filing Procedures. Confidential documents must have appropriate markings and a non-confidential redacted version must also be submitted, following specific Commission Rules. Non-confidential comments will be available for public viewing on EDIS. Additional Information For further information, you may contact Joelle P. Justus, Esq., Office of the General Counsel, at (202) 205-2593, or visit https://www.usitc.gov. Hearing-impaired persons can call the TDD terminal at (202) 205-1810. This notice is issued under authority from Section 337 of the Tariff Act, as updated, and the rules in 19 CFR part 210. Issued by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, on December 3, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. Trade Commission Finds Patent Violation in Polycrystalline Diamond Compacts Case Estimated reading time: 4–5 minutes Date: 2025-12-09 On December 9, 2025, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) announced its final decision in Investigation No. 337-TA-1236. The case looked at the importation of polycrystalline diamond compacts and related articles into the United States. Companies Found to Violate U.S. Patent Law The ITC found that several companies broke Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The companies were: SF Diamond Co., Ltd. (Henan, China) SF Diamond USA, Inc. (Spring, Texas) Iljin Diamond Co., Ltd., Iljin Holdings Co., Ltd., Iljin USA Inc., Iljin Europe GmbH, Iljin Japan Co., Ltd., Iljin China Co., Ltd. (Korea, USA, Germany, Japan, China) Henan Jingrui New Material Technology Co., Ltd. (China) Zhenzghou New Asia Superhard Materials Composite Co., Ltd. (China) International Diamond Services, Inc. (USA) CR Gems Superabrasives Co., Ltd. (China) Fujian Wanlong Superhard Material Technology Co., Ltd. (China) Guangdong Juxin Materials Technology Co., Inc. (China) Shenzhen Haimingrun Superhard Materials Co., Ltd. (China) These companies were found to have imported, sold for importation, or sold in the U.S. certain polycrystalline diamond compacts and articles that violated claims 1, 2, 11, 15, and 21 of U.S. Patent No. 10,508,502. Remedies Ordered by the Commission Because of the violation, the ITC issued two major orders: A limited exclusion order (LEO): This stops the listed companies from importing products that infringe the patent. A cease and desist order (CDO): This order stops SF Diamond USA, Inc. from selling the infringing products in the United States. The ITC also set a bond at zero percent of the value of the excluded products imported during the period when the President reviews the order. Background of the Investigation The case began on December 29, 2020, after a complaint from US Synthetic Corporation (USS) of Orem, Utah. The company said some imports were breaking patent laws in the United States. The ITC first found that there was no violation about some of the patents in question. Some patents and companies were dropped from the investigation as the case went on. After a hearing in October 2021, the ITC originally found no violation for three of the patents. USS appealed to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit. On February 13, 2025, the Federal Circuit reversed the ITC’s earlier finding about U.S. Patent No. 10,508,502 and asked the ITC to reconsider. The Commission then found a violation regarding this patent. Details on the Commission’s Review After reviewing new evidence and legal arguments, the ITC: Agreed USS could use a new method to show its U.S. industry was harmed. Decided that the economic prong of the law, which shows harm to U.S. business, was met. Decided that public interest did not stop them from issuing the orders. The ITC delivered its orders and opinion to the President and the United States Trade Representative. Investigation Ended The ITC’s orders and opinion were dated December 4, 2025. The investigation is now closed. Contacts and More Information Information about this case is available from Cathy Chen in the Office of the General Counsel, U.S. International Trade Commission. Documents can be seen at https://edis.usitc.gov. General Commission information is found at https://www.usitc.gov. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Receives Complaint on Glycerol Esters of Rosin Imports Estimated reading time: 2–3 minutes On December 9, 2025, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) announced it has received a complaint. The complaint is titled “Certain Glycerol Esters of Rosin and Packaging Thereof, DN 3864.” The complaint was filed by T&R Chemicals, Inc. on December 4, 2025. The USITC is asking for comments about public interest concerns related to this complaint. The complaint says companies may have violated section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. This law deals with unfair imports into the United States. The companies named in the complaint are Caragum International from France, and Kemi Pine Rosins Portugal S.A. from Portugal. T&R Chemicals, Inc. is asking the USITC to issue a limited exclusion order. This order would stop the import of certain articles into the United States. The company is also asking for cease and desist orders and a bond on the products during the 60-day Presidential review period. The USITC wants comments on how these actions might affect the public. The USITC is interested in these points: How are the articles used in the United States? Are there any public health, safety, or welfare concerns? Are there similar articles made in the U.S. that could replace the imports if they are excluded? Can U.S. companies or their partners supply enough products to replace the imports if a ban happens? How would U.S. consumers be affected by these actions? Anyone who wants to comment must send in their comments within eight calendar days after this notice is published in the Federal Register. The USITC will accept other comments only if they are requested. Replies to comments may be filed within three days after the main comment deadline. All submissions must be filed electronically. Paper copies are not accepted at this time. Documents should mention “Docket No. 3864” clearly. Filings should be made through the Commission’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. Anyone seeking confidential treatment for their documents must request this directly from the Secretary to the Commission and provide reasons for confidentiality. All non-confidential submissions will be available for public inspection at the Office of the Secretary and on EDIS. For more details, the public can view the complaint and information on EDIS at https://edis.usitc.gov. Questions about filing can be sent to the Secretary at [email address as listed in the original notice] or by calling (202) 205-2000. Hearing-impaired persons can use (202) 205-1810 for information. This notice is issued under the authority of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and sections 201.10 and 210.8(c) of the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure. Issued on December 4, 2025. Lisa Barton,Secretary to the Commission. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Announces Remand Proceedings on Chinese Freight Rail Coupler Investigation Estimated reading time: 5–7 minutes On December 10, 2025, the U.S. International Trade Commission (Commission) released a notice about remand proceedings for its investigations of certain freight rail couplers and parts from China. This notice follows a court order from the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT). Background of the Investigation In July 2023, the Commission decided that a U.S. industry was hurt because freight rail couplers and their parts from China were being sold in the U.S. for less than fair value. These items were also being subsidized by the Chinese government. This decision was made in Investigation Nos. 701-TA-682 and 731-TA-1592. The decision was challenged in court by Strato, Inc. and Wabtec Corporation. The CIT ordered the Commission to reconsider or further explain its choice not to exclude Amsted from the domestic industry. This order is in Wabtec v. United States, Court No. 22-00157, Slip Opinion 25-134. Who Can Take Part in the Remand Only people and groups who were already active in the first investigation—and who are also part of the court appeal—can join these remand proceedings. These parties do not need to file again unless they are adding new people for access to business proprietary information (BPI). The Secretary will keep lists of all participants and those allowed to see BPI. Rules for Written Submissions The Commission is not reopening the record and will not accept new factual information. Parties can file comments about how the Commission should respond to the court’s remand instructions. All comments must use only the information already in the Commission’s record. Comments cannot include new facts or arguments not related to the court’s remanded issue. The deadline to file comments is January 2, 2026. Comments must not be longer than ten double-spaced, single-sided pages. These rules apply to attachments and exhibits as well. All written submissions must follow the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure. This includes part 201, subparts A through E (19 CFR part 201), and part 207, subpart A (19 CFR part 207). Submissions with BPI must also meet the rules in sections 201.6, 207.3, and 207.7. All filings must be sent electronically using the Commission’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. No paper filings or paper copies will be accepted until further notice. The Commission’s Handbook on E-Filing provides more guidance and is available online. Further written submissions will not be accepted unless there is good reason or unless a Commissioner or Commission staff asks for them specifically. Serving Documents According to sections 201.16(c) and 207.3 of the Commission’s rules, every document filed must be served on all other parties in the investigation, as shown on the public or BPI service list. Each document must include a certificate of service. The Secretary will not accept any document that is missing this certificate. Contact Information For questions, parties can contact Lawrence Jones at (202) 205-3358 (Office of Investigations) or Michael Haldenstein at (202) 205-3041 (Office of General Counsel). Further information is available at https://www.usitc.gov and at https://edis.usitc.gov. Issued by order of the Commission on December 5, 2025. Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Begins Expedited Review of Collated Steel Staples from China Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On December 16, 2025, the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) announced the start of expedited five-year reviews. The reviews will look at antidumping and countervailing duty orders on certain collated steel staples from China. The ITC will decide if ending these orders would likely cause injury to U.S. industries again. The case is based on sections 701-TA-626 and 731-TA-1452 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The key date for this review is September 5, 2025. On that date, the ITC found that the response from domestic parties was strong enough. It also found there was not enough response from parties in China. For this reason, the review will be expedited instead of a full review. Staff will prepare a special report about the review. This report will first be placed in the nonpublic record. It will be given to certain people who are part of the administrative protective order service list on December 29, 2025. A public version will be made available after that. People or companies who are allowed to join the review can send their written comments to the ITC. These comments are due by 5:15 p.m. on January 5, 2026. Comments cannot include any new facts. If there are delays in related reviews by the Department of Commerce, the comment deadline will change to three business days after Commerce shares its results. Anyone who is not a party or an interested party can send in a short written statement by January 5, 2026. These statements also must not include new facts. All documents that are sent in must be shared with other parties in the review. A certificate of service is also required when filing. The ITC says that this review is “extraordinarily complicated.” Because of this, the ITC will take up to 90 days longer to finish the review. This review is managed under Title VII of the Tariff Act of 1930 and the ITC’s rules. More information about the process and deadlines can be found on the ITC’s website. Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, issued this announcement on December 11, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

USITC Receives Complaint on Wearable Devices with Fall Detection Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has received a complaint called “Certain Wearable Devices with Fall Detection and Components Thereof,” DN 3865. The Commission is asking for comments from the public on any issues related to the public interest. The complaint was filed by UnaliWear, Inc. on December 12, 2025. UnaliWear says that some companies are violating section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The alleged problems involve importing, selling for import, or selling after import certain wearable devices with fall detection and their parts in the United States. The complaint names several companies as respondents: Apple, Inc. of Cupertino, CA Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. of South Korea Samsung Electronics America, Inc. of Ridgefield Park, NJ Google LLC of Mountain View, CA Garmin Ltd. of Switzerland Garmin International, Inc. of Olathe, KS Garmin USA, Inc. of Olathe, KS UnaliWear asks the USITC to issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. The company also asks for a bond to be put on the products named in the complaint during the 60-day Presidential review, as described in the law. The public, as well as interested parties and agencies, are invited to comment on how the requested actions might affect: Public health and welfare in the United States Competition in the U.S. economy Making of similar or the same products in the United States U.S. consumers In particular, the USITC wants comments that: Explain how the devices in question are used in the U.S. Identify any health, safety, or welfare concerns about the orders requested. List similar products made in the U.S. that could replace the ones named, if excluded. Say if the complainant, its licensees, or third-party suppliers could make enough replacement products quickly. Explain how the orders would impact consumers in the U.S. All written comments about the public interest must be submitted within eight calendar days after this Federal Register notice. After the investigation’s first decision, more chances to comment will be available. Replies to written comments must be filed within three calendar days after the first submissions are due. Submissions and replies are limited to five pages, including attachments. All documents must be filed electronically by the deadlines. Use the docket number “Docket No. 3865” on the cover or first page. Only electronic filings are accepted at this time, through the Commission’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. No paper copies will be accepted until further notice. For help with electronic filing, contact the Secretary at the email provided in the notice. Anyone asking for confidential treatment of documents must explain why, following 19 CFR 201.6. All nonconfidential documents will be available for public inspection at the Secretary’s Office and on EDIS. This action is based on section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, and the Commission’s Rules of Practice and Procedure. The notice was issued on December 15, 2025, by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Receives Complaint on Certain Wearable Devices Estimated reading time: 4–5 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has received a new complaint titled “Certain Wearable Devices, DN 3866.” This notice was published in the Federal Register on December 17, 2025. Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. filed the complaint on December 15, 2025. The complaint claims violations of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1337). The alleged violations relate to importing, selling for import, and sales after import of certain wearable devices in the United States. Named as respondents in the case are Ouraring Inc. of San Francisco, California, and Oura Health Oy of Finland. Samsung has asked the Commission to issue several orders: A limited exclusion order against the respondents. Cease and desist orders. A bond on the products during the 60-day Presidential review period as described in 19 U.S.C. 1337(j). The USITC is now asking for comments from the public and interested parties on issues about the public interest. The questions include whether excluding the products would impact public health, U.S. economy, production of similar products in the U.S., or U.S. consumers. The Commission is especially interested in comments that: Explain how the wearable devices are used in the U.S. Show any public health, safety, or welfare concerns related to excluding these products. Identify U.S.-made products that could replace these devices if they are excluded. Say if Samsung, their licensees, or other companies can provide enough replacements quickly. Explain how the exclusion would affect U.S. consumers. Anyone wishing to comment must do so within eight calendar days of the notice’s publication. Replies to comments must be filed within three calendar days after the original deadline. Each comment or reply can be up to five pages long. All filings must be electronic. Paper filings are not accepted at this time. Submissions must include “Docket No. 3866” and be made using the Electronic Document Information System at https://edis.usitc.gov. Requests for confidential treatment must give clear reasons. All materials are available for inspection and may be shared with certain government personnel. This action is organized under the authority of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and related rules. The order was signed by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, and issued on December 15, 2025. For more details or to access the complaint, visit the Commission’s website or EDIS at https://edis.usitc.gov. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Starts Investigation Into Vaporizers Estimated reading time: 5 minutes On December 19, 2025, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) announced a new investigation. This investigation is about certain vaporizer devices, cartridges used with them, and their parts. The investigation was started after a complaint was filed on September 30, 2025. Who Filed the Complaint? The complaint was filed by JUUL Labs, Inc. and VMR Products LLC. Both companies are located in Washington, DC. They also filed extra information for the complaint in November and December 2025. What is the Complaint About? The complaint says that some products are being sold in the U.S. that break certain U.S. patents. The patents listed are U.S. Patent No. 11,134,722 and U.S. Patent No. 11,606,981. The complaint says these products are vaporizer devices, which are also called ENDS devices, cartridges (sometimes called “pods”), and certain parts like cartridge housings, atomizers, atomizer subassemblies, and device subassemblies. The complaint says this is against section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. JUUL Labs, Inc. and VMR Products LLC say an industry in the U.S. is hurt by these products being imported and sold. Who Are the Respondents? Two companies are named in the complaint: Glas, Inc. Glas, LLC Both have addresses at 2127 Westwood Blvd., Suite 200, Los Angeles, CA 90025. What Will Happen Next? The USITC began its investigation on December 16, 2025. The Commission will look to see if section 337 of the Tariff Act has been broken. This includes checking if the accused products break any claims in the listed patents. The investigation will cover: Claims 1-2, 4-7, and 9-21 of the ‘722 patent. Claims 1-2, 4-5, and 8-18 of the ‘981 patent. The Commission may issue a limited exclusion order or cease and desist orders if it finds that the law was broken. How Are Responses Handled? The named companies must answer the complaint and notice of investigation within 20 days after being served. They must follow 19 CFR 210.13. If companies do not respond on time, they may lose the right to take part. The administrative law judge and the Commission may then decide the facts as given in the complaint and notice. This could lead to an exclusion order or a cease and desist order against those companies. Contact Information For information, contact Susan Orndoff at (202) 205-1802. People who need special help can call (202) 205-2000 or use the TDD terminal at (202) 205-1810. More information is at https://www.usitc.gov. The complaint is available at https://edis.usitc.gov, except for any confidential parts. Issued by: Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission Date: 2025-12-16 Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Starts Investigation into Certain Semiconductor Devices Estimated reading time: 5–10 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has begun an investigation into possible patent violations related to semiconductor devices. This investigation started after a complaint was filed on November 17, 2025. The complainants are Adeia, Inc., Adeia Semiconductor Bonding Technologies, Inc., and Adeia Holdings Inc., all located in San Jose, California. The complaint claims that some companies have imported, sold for import, or sold in the U.S. certain semiconductor devices, computing products with those devices, and their parts. The complaint says these actions may violate section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. It is based on the claimed infringement of these U.S. patents: No. 11,978,681, No. 12,199,069, No. 12,322,650, and No. 12,381,173. The investigation will focus on whether there was a violation of the law by bringing into the United States, selling for import, or selling after import, the products listed. The products targeted are: AMD semiconductor devices, including processors and integrated circuits with hybrid bonded or direct bonded structures. Computing devices, such as servers, desktops, and laptops, that have or use these AMD semiconductor devices. The Commission will also decide if an industry in the United States exists or is being set up, as required by the law. The named companies accused of violating the law are: Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) of Santa Clara, California Lenovo (United States) Inc. of Morrisville, North Carolina Lenovo Group Limited of Hong Kong Lenovo Information Products (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. of Shenzhen, China Super Micro Computer, Inc. of San Jose, California These companies must reply to the complaint and notice of investigation within 20 days after receiving the documents. If any company does not respond in time, the Commission may decide the facts as stated by the complainants. This could lead to a limited exclusion order or a cease and desist order against the company. The investigation will be run by an Administrative Law Judge as named by the Chief Administrative Law Judge of the U.S. International Trade Commission. The judge will hear arguments and review evidence from all interested parties. The findings must focus on public interest factors set in federal law. The public version of the complaint is available on the Commission’s electronic docket at https://edis.usitc.gov. Anyone needing special help to access USITC buildings should contact the Office of the Secretary at (202) 205-2000. The notice was issued by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, on December 16, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

USITC Receives Complaint on Wireless Communication Devices Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes On December 19, 2025, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) announced that it has received a new legal complaint. The case is called “Certain Wireless Communication Devices and Components Thereof,” listed as Docket Number 3867. The complaint was submitted by Active Wireless Technologies LLC on December 16, 2025. It claims there have been violations of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1337). This law deals with products that are brought into the United States in ways that may not follow trade rules. Several companies have been named as respondents in the complaint. They are: BLU Products, Inc. of Doral, Florida Coosea USA Technologies, Inc. of San Diego, California DISH Wireless, LLC of Englewood, Colorado EchoStar Corporation of Englewood, Colorado HTC Corporation of Taiwan LG Electronics Inc. of South Korea OnePlus Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. of China Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. of San Diego, California TCL Communication Ltd. of Hong Kong TTE Technology, Inc. (doing business as TCL North America) of Irvine, California TCL Technology Group Corporation of China T-Mobile USA, Inc. of Bellevue, Washington The complaint asks the Commission to issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. It also requests the Commission to require a bond for certain products during a 60-day Presidential review period as allowed under the law. The USITC is now asking for public comments about this investigation. Comments should cover if banning these products would affect public health, welfare, U.S. competition, U.S. production of similar products, or U.S. consumers. The USITC is especially interested in comments answering these questions: How are the products that may be banned used in the United States? Are there any health, safety, or welfare concerns if these products are banned? Are there similar products made in the United States that could replace these imported products? Can the complainant or other U.S. companies quickly replace the supply if the ban happens? How would a ban affect U.S. consumers? Written comments on public interest issues must be sent in by the end of the business day, eight days after the date this notice appears in the Federal Register. There will be more chances to comment after an initial decision is made in this investigation. Comments must be no more than five pages and should be sent electronically using the Commission’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. No paper submissions will be accepted at this time. If someone wants to send a comment and keep it confidential, they must request this in their submission and explain why. Public documents will be available for viewing online. This notice was issued by Lisa R. Barton, Secretary to the Commission, on December 16, 2025. This action comes under the authority of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and related Commission rules. For further details, contact the USITC or visit their website at https://www.usitc.gov. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

USITC Receives Complaint on Dental Burs and Kits Estimated reading time: 1–7 minutes The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has received a complaint about certain dental burs and kits. This notice was published on December 19, 2025, in the Federal Register. The complaint was filed by Huwais IP Holding LLC and Versah, LLC on December 16, 2025. It claims violations of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1337). The complaint covers the import and sale of certain dental burs and kits in the United States. The list of companies named in the complaint includes: Pawn Move of Pakistan Raheela Instruments of United Arab Emirates Ali House of Dental of Pakistan Dental68 of Grapevine, TX Mahfooz Instruments of Pakistan Medsal International of Pakistan Hamsan International d/b/a Hamsan Surgical of Pakistan Arck Instruments UK LTD of United Kingdom Denshine of Rancho Cucamonga, CA DentalBTC of Pakistan iDentalShop of Elk Grove Village, IL Dyna International of Pakistan Merit Surgical of Canada Skeema Dental Italia of Italy Orthodonticdenal of Australia New Med Instruments of Pakistan The complainants ask the USITC for a general exclusion order. If that is not possible, they ask for a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders. They also ask the Commission to impose a bond during the 60-day Presidential review period as per 19 U.S.C. 1337(j). The USITC is now asking for comments from the public and interested groups. Comments should focus on: How the dental burs and kits are used in the United States Any public health, safety, or welfare concerns related to the orders requested If there are similar products made in the U.S. that could replace the foreign items if excluded Whether complainant, their licensees, or third parties can meet demand if the products are excluded within a reasonable time How the requested orders would affect U.S. consumers Comments about the public interest must be sent in no later than eight calendar days after the notice’s publication. Replies to comments must be sent no later than three days after the original submission deadline. Comments and replies must be no longer than five pages. All written submissions must be sent electronically using the Commission’s Electronic Document Information System (EDIS) at https://edis.usitc.gov. No paper filings will be accepted at this time. Anyone who wants to submit a document with confidential information must request confidential treatment as per USITC rules. Non-confidential submissions are available for review at the Secretary’s Office and on EDIS. This process is held under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and the Commission’s rules. For more information, contact Lisa R. Barton, Secretary to the Commission, USITC, 500 E Street SW, Washington, DC 20436. Phone: (202) 205-2000. Further help is available at https://www.usitc.gov or by email to the Secretary. Issued December 16, 2025, by order of the Commission. Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

USITC Starts Investigation on Certain Vaporizer Devices and Cartridges Estimated reading time: 4–6 minutes The United States International Trade Commission (USITC) has started a new investigation. The official notice was published on December 23, 2025, in the Federal Register. The investigation is about certain vaporizer devices, cartridges used with them, and their parts. This includes electronic nicotine delivery systems (called “ENDS” devices), also known as e-cigarettes. The parts covered include pods, pod mouthpieces, cartridge housings, cartridge bases, liquid nicotine solutions, atomizers, wicks, atomizer subassemblies, device subassemblies, and chargers. Who Made the Complaint The complaint was filed on September 22, 2025, and updated on December 3, 2025. The complainants are: NJOY, LLC Altria Group Distribution Company Altria Client Services LLC All three companies are based at 6601 W. Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia. The complaint says that certain vaporizer products sold in or brought into the United States may be breaking the rules of the Tariff Act of 1930, Section 337. The complainants say that JUUL Labs, Inc. is violating the law by importing and selling products that use inventions covered under two United States Patents: Patent No. 12,115,303 (the ‘303 patent) Patent No. 12,194,227 (the ‘227 patent) The investigation will look at claims 1-7 of the ‘303 patent and claims 1-6 of the ‘227 patent. Who Is the Respondent The respondent named in the investigation is: JUUL Labs, Inc., 1000 F Street NW, Suite 800, Washington, DC 20004. This company is the one NJOY and Altria accuse of patent infringement. What the Investigation Will Cover USITC will investigate if: JUUL Labs, Inc. is selling or importing products that use the patented inventions without permission. There is an industry for these products in the United States, or if one is being started, as required by law. Possible Outcomes The complainants want the Commission to issue: A limited exclusion order (to stop the import of infringing products) Cease and desist orders (to stop sales and other actions inside the United States) How the Case Will Proceed JUUL Labs, Inc. must reply to the complaint and notice within 20 days of being served. Late responses might be counted as giving up the right to respond. If JUUL Labs, Inc. does not answer on time, the Commission may assume the facts in the complaint are true and may issue orders as requested. The Chief Administrative Law Judge from the USITC will choose a judge for the case. The Office of Unfair Import Investigations will not be part of this investigation. Members of the public can view the complaint (except for confidential parts) on the Commission’s electronic docket at https://edis.usitc.gov. For more information, you may contact Susan Orndoff at the Office of Docket Services, USITC, at (202) 205-1802. Notice Issued By The notice was issued by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, on December 19, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.

U.S. International Trade Commission Starts Investigation on Open-Ear Earpiece Devices Estimated reading time: 3–5 minutes On December 23, 2025, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) announced it will start an investigation related to certain open-ear earpiece devices. The investigation is case number 337-TA-1470. Why the Investigation Was Started Bose Corporation, a company in Framingham, Massachusetts, filed a complaint on September 23, 2025. Bose claims that companies are importing and selling open-ear earpiece devices in the United States that infringe on several Bose patents. Bose says this causes unfair competition and hurts U.S. industry. The complaint was updated several times, most recently on December 9, 2025. Bose lists six patents that it says are being violated. These patents are: U.S. Patent No. 11,140,469 U.S. Patent No. 11,659,313 U.S. Patent No. 11,997,442 U.S. Patent No. 12,356,132 U.S. Patent No. 12,155,984 U.S. Patent No. D1,051,103 Bose wants the USITC to issue an order that would prevent the import and sale of these devices in the United States. In addition, Bose asks for cease and desist orders to be given. What Products Are Named The products involved are described as “earpiece devices, or more specifically, open-ear earbuds which, unlike traditional in-ear or over-ear headphones, do not block the ear canal, allowing users to hear both their audio and ambient sounds simultaneously.” Who Is Involved The USITC has named Bose Corporation as the complainant. The following are the companies and people named as respondents in the investigation: Dongguan Yuanyu Electronic Co., Ltd. d/b/a Ituoray (China) Liu, Yiming d/b/a Yomdud (China) King Lucky Co., Ltd. (Hong Kong) Shenzhen Zhichuang All Technology Co., Ltd. and/or, Abbott Sanag (UK) Group Co., Ltd. d/b/a Sanag (China) Z015 (England) Lingzhong Zhao d/b/a Jzones (China) Shenzhen Mengmengwei Electronic Commerce Co., Ltd. d/b/a Lytmi (China) Shenzhen Maosong Tech. Co., Ltd. d/b/a Ansten (China) U2O Global Co., Ltd. d/b/a IWalk (China) Shenzhen Meichi Electronics Co., Ltd. d/b/a HOMSCAM (China) Shenzhen Shixinhe Dianzi Shangwu Co., Ltd. d/b/a XINHESHUMA (China) Shenzhen Landscape Art Co., Ltd. d/b/a Piluyaa (China) Shenzhen Zhiquhui Technology Co., Ltd. d/b/a Yeabomy (China) Shenzhen Carnival Digital Technology Co., Ltd. and/or, Shenzhen Lida Tech. Communication Co., Ltd. d/b/a Shijiaet (China) Shenzhen Shibaishi Dianzi Shangwu Co., Ltd., d/b/a Jiayuu and/or YouDaxing (China) Buy Worry-Free Trade Co., Ltd. d/b/a BST Supply I (Hong Kong) Hong Kong Shihui Technology Co., Ltd. d/b/a Wdingxing (Hong Kong) Hong Kong Chuanboyao Technology Ltd., d/b/a Mmanage and/or Ffaithful (Hong Kong) Hong Kong Dora Cross-Border Trading Co., Ltd. d/b/a Doraomi (Hong Kong) Hong Kong Santaizi Technology Co., Ltd. d/b/a STZ Sport (Hong Kong) Shenzhen Shiyi Gian Maoyi Co., Ltd. d/b/a Classic Innovation (China) Shenzhen Yanyin Technology Co., Ltd. (China) The U.S. International Trade Commission’s Office of Unfair Import Investigations is also named as a party. What Happens Next On December 18, 2025, the USITC ordered the investigation under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and section 210.10 of the Commission’s rules. A presiding Administrative Law Judge will be chosen to oversee the case. The named companies and individuals must respond to the complaint and the notice. They must reply within 20 days after they are served. If they do not respond in time, they may lose the right to contest the case. The USITC may issue an exclusion order or cease and desist order without further notice. More Information The non-confidential version of the complaint can be found at https://edis.usitc.gov. For more help, people may contact the Office of Unfair Import Investigations at (202) 205-2560. The public can learn more by visiting https://www.usitc.gov. This order was issued by Lisa Barton, Secretary to the Commission, on December 19, 2025. Legal Disclaimer This article includes content collected from the Federal Register (federalregister.gov). The content is not an official government publication. This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For case-specific consultation, please contact us. Read our full Legal Disclaimer, which also includes information on translation accuracy.