Opportunity
Federal Register #DN 3898
USITC Solicits Public Comments on Complaint Involving Certain Pickleball Paddles
Buyer
United States International Trade Commission
Posted
April 10, 2026
Respond By
April 18, 2026
Identifier
DN 3898
This notice from the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) concerns a complaint about certain pickleball paddles and seeks public comments on related public interest issues. - Government Buyer: - U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) - OEMs and Vendors Named as Respondents: - Franklin Sports, Inc. - Proton Sports, Inc. - Vegas Pickleball LLC - Engage Pickleball, LLC - Friday Labs, LLC - Diadem Sports LLC - Facolospickleball LLC - Paddletek, LLC - ProXR, LLC - All Racquet Sports, LLC - All For Padel S.L. - Volair C Corp., Inc. - Products/Services Requested: - No specific products, part numbers, or quantities are requested; the notice relates to the importation and sale of certain pickleball paddles. - Unique or Notable Requirements: - The USITC is soliciting public comments on the potential effects of remedial orders (such as limited exclusion orders and cease and desist orders) related to the complaint. - Public input is requested on impacts to public health, competitive conditions, U.S. production, and consumer effects. - This is not a procurement or purchase request, but a request for public feedback regarding the complaint and its implications.
Description
The U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint titled 'Certain Pickleball Paddles, DN 3898' alleging violations related to the importation and sale of certain pickleball paddles. The Commission is soliciting public comments on any public interest issues raised by the complaint, including impacts on public health, competitive conditions, and U.S. consumers. Comments are invited to address the potential effects of the requested remedial orders and must be filed within eight calendar days of the notice publication.