Federal Register #337TA1516

USITC Investigation of Alleged Patent Infringement by Samsung Mobile Devices

The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has launched an investigation based on a complaint from Maxell, Ltd. of Kyoto, Japan, regarding alleged patent infringement by Samsung mobile electronic devices. - Government Buyer: - U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) - OEMs and Vendors: - Maxell, Ltd. (Complainant, patent holder) - Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. and Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (Respondents, alleged infringers) - Products/Services Requested: - Investigation concerns certain Samsung-branded smartphones and tablets imported, sold for importation, or sold after importation into the United States - No specific device models, part numbers, or quantities are listed - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Focus is on alleged infringement of several U.S. patents held by Maxell - Investigation will determine if an industry exists in the U.S. as required by Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 - If a violation is found, Maxell seeks a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders against Samsung - Highlighted OEMs: - Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (devices under investigation) - Maxell, Ltd. (patent holder)

Description

A complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on July 10, 2026, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, on behalf of Maxell, Ltd. of Kyoto, Japan. The complaint alleges violations based on the importation, sale for importation, and sale within the United States after importation of certain mobile electronic devices infringing on several U.S. patents. The investigation concerns smartphones and tablets branded and sold by Samsung. The complainant requests the Commission to institute an investigation and issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders if a violation is found.

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