Federal Register #Investigation No. 337-TA-1497

ITC Investigation: Screen Protectors, Application Systems, and PTMEG Imports

This summary covers the U.S. International Trade Commission's (ITC) investigation into alleged patent infringement and antidumping concerns: - Government Buyer: - U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), Office of the Secretary - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Belkin International, Inc. (Complainant) - Superior Communications, Inc. (Respondent) - BASF Corporation (Antidumping petitioner for PTMEG) - Products/Services Requested or Investigated: - Screen protectors for mobile phones, smartwatches, and tablets - Includes application trays, films, tabs, and related components used during the application process - Related to U.S. Patent Nos. 10,675,817; 10,782,746; 11,772,320 - Polytetramethylene Ether Glycol (PTMEG) imports from China, South Korea, Taiwan, and Vietnam (HTS 3907.29.00, 2932.11.00) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Investigation may result in exclusion orders and cease and desist orders for infringing imports - Focus on patent infringement and antidumping violations - No direct procurement or purchase; this is an enforcement/investigation action - Key Locations: - U.S. International Trade Commission, Washington, DC (federal office) - Belkin International, Inc., El Segundo, CA - Superior Communications, Inc., Irwindale, CA

Description

A complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission by Belkin International, Inc. alleging violations of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 due to importation, sale for importation, and sale within the U.S. of certain screen protectors, application systems, and components infringing on specific U.S. patents. The complaint requests an investigation and the issuance of a limited exclusion order and cease and desist order. The investigation covers screen protectors for mobile phones, smartwatches, and tablets, as well as application systems including trays and films used during application.

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