Notice 19 May 2025 importation, us, business regulations, compliance, patent infringement, electronics, international trade commission

📺Investigation Notice

Notice is hereby given that a complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on April 11, 2025, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, on behalf of Nokia Technologies Oy of Finland and Nokia Corporation of Finland. Supplements to the complaint were filed on April 21, April 24 and May 2, 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 video-capable laptop, desktop computers, handheld computers, tablets, televisions, projectors, and components and modules thereof by reason of the infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 9,036,701 ("the '701 patent"); U.S. Patent No. 10,536,714 ("the '714 patent"); U.S. Patent No. 11,805,267 ("the '267 patent"); and U.S. Patent No. 8,050,321 ("the '321 patent"). The complaint further alleges that an industry in the United States exists 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 cease and desist orders.

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Notice 19 May 2025 biophotonics, quantum physics, research, scientific instruments, duty-free entry, higher education, importation

🔬Duty-Free Entry of Scientific Instruments for Research Approved

The Department of Commerce has approved applications for duty-free entry of various scientific instruments for prominent universities, such as Harvard and Caltech. These instruments will support advanced research in quantum physics, biophotonics, and other critical fields, promoting innovation and academic excellence.

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Notice 8 May 2025 compliance, business risks, international trade, regulatory affairs, patent law, importation

📦ITC Notice on Dryer Wall Exhaust Vent Assemblies Patent Case

Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission ("Commission") has determined not to review an initial determination ("ID") (Order No. 7) of the presiding administrative law judge ("ALJ"), finding the sole respondent in default. The Commission requests written submissions from the parties, interested government agencies, and other interested persons on the issues of remedy, the public interest, and bonding, under the schedule set forth below.

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Notice 28 Apr 2025 u.s. international trade commission, compliance, settlement, patent infringement, importation, international trade

📜ITC Notice

Notice is hereby given that the U.S. International Trade Commission ("Commission") has determined not to review an initial determination ("ID") (Order No. 10) of the presiding administrative law judge ("ALJ") granting Complainant's unopposed motion to terminate the investigation as to one respondent based on settlement, and an ID (Order No. 11) amending the Notice of Investigation and granting Complainant's unopposed motion to terminate the above- captioned investigation as to another respondent based on settlement.

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Notice 25 Apr 2025 pharmaceutical industry, regulation, compliance, controlled substances, importation, dea, usa

💊DEA Notice on Royal Emerald Pharmaceuticals' Import Application

Royal Emerald Pharmaceuticals has applied to be registered as an importer of basic class(es) of controlled substance(s). Refer to Supplementary Information listed below for further drug information.

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Notice 28 Mar 2025 trade, technology, research, duty-free, importation, science, academic, instruments

🔬Decision on Duty-Free Entry of Scientific Instruments Announced

The Department of Commerce has approved a decision regarding the duty-free entry of scientific instruments for various academic institutions, including MIT and Harvard. This notice indicates no equivalent instruments are manufactured in the U.S., enabling enhanced research capabilities in quantum physics and other fields, promoting innovation and collaboration.

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Notice 13 Mar 2025 compliance, fda, debarment, pharmaceutical, drug regulation, importation, legal

🚫FDA Debars Alnashir Punjani for 5 Years

The Food and Drug Administration (FDA or the Agency) is issuing an order under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act) debarring Alnashir Alibhai Punjani for a period of 5 years from importing or offering for import any drug into the United States. FDA bases this order on a finding that Mr. Punjani was convicted of one felony count under Federal law for conspiracy to deliver and introduce unapproved drugs. The factual basis supporting Mr. Punjani's conviction, as described below, is conduct relating to the importation into the United States of a drug or controlled substance. Mr. Punjani was given notice of the proposed debarment and was given an opportunity to request a hearing to show why he should not be debarred. As of November 10, 2024 (30 days after receipt of the notice), Mr. Punjani had not responded. Mr. Punjani's failure to respond and request a hearing constitutes a waiver of his right to a hearing concerning this matter.

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Notice 3 Mar 2025 regulation, university, commerce, importation, international trade, scientific instruments

🔬Duty-Free Entry Decision for University of Chicago's Laser Amplifier

The Department of Commerce issued a decision regarding the University of Chicago's application for duty-free entry of a Fiber Laser Amplifier, ultimately denying the request based on the unavailability of domestic equivalents. The ruling highlights regulatory compliance requirements for similar future applications.

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Notice 27 Feb 2025 importation, duty-free, universities, business opportunities, trade regulations, research, scientific instruments

⚗️Duty-Free Entry of Scientific Instruments

The Department of Commerce issued a decision approving duty-free entry for various scientific instruments requested by universities. These instruments will enhance research capabilities in fields such as environmental science, quantum physics, and high-pressure research, promoting innovation and collaboration across institutions.

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Notice 21 Feb 2025 regulatory compliance, international trade, u.s. international trade commission, importation, patent infringement, polyvinylidene fluoride

⚖️Investigation of Polyvinylidene Fluoride Resins for Patent Violation

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.

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