ITC Begins Second Section 337 Probe on Imported Vaping Devices
The International Trade Commission began a second formal Section 337 investigation on imported electronic nicotine delivery systems, also known as vaporizer devices (ITC Inv. No. 337-TA-1372), it said in a notice.
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The investigation follows a complaint filed by NJOY on Aug. 22 (see 2308250007), which alleged that Juul Labs imports vaporizers and cartridges that infringe on two of NJOY's patents covering electronic vaporizer power sources. NJOY asked for a permanent limited exclusion order against Juul products and a cease and desist order.
The ITC already is looking into whether NJOY and Altria have imported vaporizers and accessories that infringe on five of Juul's patents (see 2308070026).