9 May 2025
📱ITC Dismisses Complaint Against ECG Wearable Devices
Certain Wearable Electronic Devices With ECG Functionality and Components Thereof; Notice of Commission Decision To Dismiss the Complaint as Moot, Institute a Rescission Proceeding, and Rescind the Remedial Orders; Termination of the Rescission Proceeding
Summary
Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission ("the Commission") has determined to dismiss the complaint in the above-captioned investigation as moot. The Commission has also determined to institute a rescission proceeding and to rescind the limited exclusion order and cease and desist order issued in the investigation. The rescission proceeding is terminated.
Agencies
- International Trade Commission
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The dismissal of the complaint as moot and the rescission of the remedial orders have significant implications for businesses involved in importing wearable electronic devices with ECG functionality, particularly Apple. This decision could alter competitive dynamics in the market and affect compliance with patent regulations.