Federal Register #337TA1510

USITC Investigation of Patent Infringement in Convertible Child Highchairs

This opportunity concerns a USITC investigation into alleged patent infringement involving convertible child highchairs: - Government Buyer: - U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) - Office of the Secretary, Docket Services Division - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Kids2, LLC (complainant) - Graco Children's Products Inc. (respondent) - Newell Brands Distribution LLC (respondent) - Newell Brands Inc. (respondent) - Newell Brands Canada ULC (respondent) - Baby Trend, Inc. (respondent) - Products/Services Requested: - Convertible children's highchairs with a removable second child seat that can be used independently as a booster seat - Multifunctional acrylate and methacrylate monomers and oligomers (related to a separate import injury determination) - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Investigation centers on alleged infringement of U.S. Patent Nos. 9,101,225; 9,883,749; 10,278,513; 10,835,053; and 11,534,006 - The highchairs must feature a second seat that nests within the first and is removable for use as a booster - The investigation may result in exclusion orders and cease and desist orders against infringing imports - No procurement or purchase of products/services is being solicited; this is a trade enforcement action

Description

A complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on June 12, 2026, by Kids2, LLC of Atlanta, Georgia, alleging violations of section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The complaint concerns the importation, sale for importation, and sale within the United States of certain convertible child highchairs that allegedly infringe on multiple U.S. patents. The investigation aims to determine if there is a violation of section 337 and whether an industry in the United States exists as required by law. The complainant requests the issuance of a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders following the investigation.

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