Opportunity
Federal Register #337TA1513
USITC Investigation: Silicon Carbon Anode Materials for Battery Cells
Posted
July 24, 2026
Identifier
337TA1513
This opportunity involves a U.S. International Trade Commission investigation into certain anode materials used in battery cells and batteries. - Government Buyer: - U.S. International Trade Commission - OEMs and Vendors Mentioned: - Sila Nanotechnologies, Inc. - Georgia Tech Research Corporation - Products/Services Requested: - Composites comprising silicon carbon material for use in battery anodes (e.g., lithium-ion battery anodes) - No specific part numbers or quantities provided - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Investigation centers on alleged infringement of U.S. patents (Nos. 11,515,528; 11,715,825; 11,374,215; 11,942,624) - Focus is on importation, sale for importation, and sale within the U.S. of the specified anode materials - Potential outcomes include exclusion and cease and desist orders under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 - The existence of a domestic industry is asserted by the complainants - No direct procurement of goods or services is requested at this stage; this is an investigative action, not a solicitation for purchase.
Description
A complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on June 18, 2026, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, alleging violations related to the importation, sale for importation, and sale within the United States of certain anode materials for use in battery cells and batteries. The complaint claims infringement of specific U.S. patents and asserts that a domestic industry exists. The complainants request an investigation and seek a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders.