Federal Register #337TA1501

USITC Investigation: Coated Fruit Snack Products with Probiotics

This opportunity involves a U.S. International Trade Commission investigation into alleged patent infringement concerning coated fruit snack products containing probiotics. - Government Buyer: - U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) - Complainant: - Promotion in Motion, Inc. - Products/Services Requested: - Coated fruit snack products with probiotics - Includes fruit centers, coatings, and encapsulated probiotics - No specific part numbers or quantities provided - Notable Requirements: - Investigation centers on alleged violations of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 - Focus on U.S. Patent Nos. 9,750,267 and 11,317,640 - Potential outcomes include exclusion and cease and desist orders if violations are found - OEMs: - No specific OEMs or manufacturers named for the products themselves - Place of Performance: - U.S. International Trade Commission federal office

Description

A complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission alleging violations of section 337 based on the importation, sale for importation, and sale within the United States of certain coated confectionery products and components thereof. The complaint claims infringement of specific U.S. patents and requests the Commission to institute an investigation and issue exclusion and cease and desist orders. The investigation will determine if there is a violation and if a U.S. industry exists or is being established. The accused products include coated fruit snack products containing probiotics and their components.

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