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The U.S. International Trade Commission has started an investigation based on a complaint from Credo Semiconductor Inc. and Credo Technology Group Ltd. The complaint, filed in March and amended in April 2025, alleges that certain companies are importing electrical cables into the U.S. that infringe on specific patents held by Credo. The companies named in the complaint include Amphenol Corporation, Molex, LLC, and TE Connectivity PLC. The Commission will explore whether these imports violate section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 and will potentially issue orders to halt their importation if patent infringements are confirmed.

The U.S. International Trade Commission decided not to review an initial decision by an administrative law judge to terminate an investigation regarding certain hydrodermabrasion systems. This decision came after HydraFacial LLC requested to withdraw its complaint, which accused several companies of patent infringement. The involved companies did not oppose this withdrawal. The authority for this decision is section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930.

The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) decided to end an investigation about certain motorized self-balancing vehicles because the issue became moot. Initially, the investigation began because Razor USA and others claimed certain companies were violating patent laws, but after some legal discussions and a Federal Circuit Court remand, the ITC found the case unnecessary to pursue further. The investigation showed some products infringed on patents, but changes in patent claims and other factors led to the decision that the case did not need to continue. The decision to terminate the investigation was officially voted on and recorded on January 22, 2021.

The U.S. International Trade Commission reviewed an investigation regarding the importation and sale of certain photovoltaic connectors, which allegedly infringed on specific patent claims. Initially, there was a finding of a violation of section 337 of the Tariff Act concerning the '153 patent. However, upon review, the Commission reversed this finding, determining that there was no violation due to the accused products not satisfying the necessary patent claims. The investigation has been concluded with no violation found.

The U.S. International Trade Commission explains how it handles breaches of administrative protective orders (APOs), which protect confidential business information during investigations. The document details procedures for reporting breaches and the potential consequences for violators, such as reprimands or disqualifications. APO breaches most often occur when sensitive data is accidentally exposed to unauthorized individuals, and the Commission considers both mitigating and aggravating factors when deciding on penalties. The goal is to prevent future breaches and maintain trust in the Commission's protective measures.

The U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint from Aardvark Medical Inc. alleging that several companies are importing and selling nasal devices that violate section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The complaint requests actions like exclusion orders and cease and desist orders against these companies. The Commission is inviting public comments on the impact these actions could have on American public health, welfare, competitive conditions, and consumers. Comments must be submitted electronically within eight days of this notice's publication.

The U.S. International Trade Commission has begun an investigation based on a complaint filed by Razor USA LLC and Shane Chen. They claim that certain motorized self-balancing vehicles imported into the U.S. are infringing on their patents. The complaint named several companies, mostly from China, as respondents who are allegedly violating patent laws by selling these products. The investigation could lead to an exclusion order, which would prevent the import of these products, and other legal actions if patent infringements are confirmed.

Modumetal, Inc. of Snohomish, Washington, filed a complaint with the U.S. International Trade Commission on November 19, 2024, claiming that certain companies violated section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The complaint alleges that specific nanolaminate alloy coated metal parts and products infringe on Modumetal's U.S. Patents No. 10,253,419 and No. 11,242,613. The Commission has started an investigation to determine if these claims hold true and whether there is an existing U.S. industry related to these products. If the investigation finds violations, the Commission could issue orders to exclude these products from the U.S. or cease their sale.

The U.S. International Trade Commission has received a complaint from Optimum Communications Services, Inc. regarding the alleged illegal importation of certain passive optical network equipment from several Chinese companies. The complaint claims that these imports violate section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The Commission is asking for public comments on whether the requested actions, such as exclusion and cease and desist orders, would impact public health, the U.S. economy, or consumers. Interested parties must submit their written comments electronically within eight calendar days of the notice's publication.

The U.S. International Trade Commission is reviewing a decision related to an investigation into certain optical network equipment imported from China. The initial ruling found no violation of section 337 of the Tariff Act, indicating that the involved patents weren't infringed upon and that the complainant, Optimum Communications, is no longer valid due to patent ownership changes. Despite recommendations for a general exclusion order if a violation was found, the evidence did not support such actions. After reviewing the case, the Commission has decided to examine the initial determination completely.