U.S. Trade Commission Bars Import of Chinese Plastic Parts After Patent Dispute

The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has issued a limited order barring a Chinese company from importing specific parts utilized in molding machines that manufacture plastic bottles. This decision emerged following an infringement case brought forward by a Canadian competitor. However, the agency did not reach a consensus on implementing a cease-and-desist order regarding the parts that have already been imported into the U.S. Details of the case and the ITC’s rationale can be further explored through Law360’s coverage.