ITC Considers LEO in Section 337 Investigation of Polyimide Films for Cell Phones, Laptops
The International Trade Commission is considering the effect a limited exclusion order for respondents SKI Kolon PI, Inc. and SKC Inc.'s accused products in its Section 3371 investigation of certain polyimide films, products containing same, and related methods (337-TA-772) would have upon the public health and welfare, competitive conditions in the U.S., and U.S. consumers, in light of a May 10 administrative law judge’s recommended determination on remedy and bonding.
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Written submissions are due by close of business June 15.
(See ITT’s Online Archives 11042853 for summary of the ITC’s institution of this investigation, which is based on a complaint filed by Kaneka Corporation of Japan that alleges violations of section 337 in the importation into the U.S. and sale of flexible films used in making flexible printed circuits for various consumer electronic products such as cell phones and laptop computers by SKI Kolon PI, Inc. and SKC, Inc.)
1Section 337 investigations conducted by ITC most often involve claims regarding intellectual property rights, including allegations of patent infringement and trademark infringement by imported goods. The primary remedy available in Section 337 investigations is an exclusion order that directs Customs to stop infringing imports from entering the U.S. In addition, ITC may issue cease and desist orders against named importers and other persons engaged in unfair acts that violate Section 337.
ITC Contact: Lisa Barton (202) 205-2000