⚖️Investigation of Polyvinylidene Fluoride Resins for Patent Violation
Certain Polyvinylidene Fluoride Resins; Notice of Institution of Investigation
Summary
Notice is hereby given that a complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on January 13, 2025, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, on behalf of Synesqo SA of Belgium; Solvay Specialty Polymers, USA LLC of Alpharetta, Georgia; and Solvay Specialty Polymers Italy S.P.A. of Italy. A supplement to the complaint was filed on February 3, 2025. The complaint, as supplemented, alleges violations of section 337 based upon the importation into the United States, the sale for importation, and the sale within the United States after importation of certain polyvinylidene fluoride resins by reason of infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 8,337,725 ("the '725 patent"). The complaint further alleges that an industry in the United States exists or is in the process of being established as required by the applicable Federal Statute. The complainants request that the Commission institute an investigation and, after the investigation, issue a limited exclusion order and a cease and desist order.
Agencies
- International Trade Commission
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The investigation relates to the importation of polyvinylidene fluoride resins and allegations of patent infringement, which could lead to exclusion orders impacting market access for businesses. Compliance with section 337 regulations may affect operational costs and trade practices for affected entities.