Feds Freeze Out Patent-Copying Ice Machines at the Border
Published Date: 2/20/2025
Notice
Summary
The U.S. International Trade Commission found that some companies broke the rules by selling ice machines and parts that copy patented technology. Because of this, those products will be blocked from entering the U.S., and the companies must stop selling them here. A bond equal to 49% of the product’s value will be held during the review, making sure everyone plays fair and respects patents.
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Imports Blocked by Limited Exclusion Order
The Commission issued a limited exclusion order (LEO) blocking certain icemaking machines and components that infringe U.S. Patent Nos. 10,107,538; 10,113,785; and 10,458,692 from entering the United States. If you import these specific products, they will be denied entry under the LEO.
U.S. Sales Halted by Cease-and-Desist Orders
The Commission issued cease and desist orders (CDOs) requiring respondents to stop importing, selling for importation, and selling in the United States certain infringing icemaking machines and components. Companies covered by the orders must stop selling those patented products in the U.S.
49% Bond Required During Presidential Review
A bond equal to forty-nine percent (49%) of the entered value of the excluded products must be posted and held during the period of Presidential review under 19 U.S.C. 1337(j). Importers of the excluded products will need to secure that bond while the review is ongoing.
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