Commission Seeks Input on Nasal Gadget Patent Battle with China
Published Date: 1/20/2026
Notice
Summary
The U.S. International Trade Commission is asking for written feedback on how to handle a patent dispute involving certain nasal devices and their parts. This affects companies in the U.S. and China, with possible changes to imports and sales that could impact money and business soon. If you’re involved or interested, now’s the time to speak up before decisions are made!
Analyzed Economic Effects
4 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 2 mixed.
Possible Ban on Imported Nasal Devices
The Commission may issue a limited exclusion order (LEO) that would exclude certain nasal devices and components from entry into the United States. Complainant Aardvark Medical sought a LEO and a cease and desist order on January 5, 2026, and several foreign respondents were found in default on December 4, 2025.
Cease-and-Desist Orders Could Stop U.S. Sales
The Commission may issue cease and desist orders (CDOs) requiring respondents to stop unfair acts in the importation and sale of the nasal devices and parts. The complaint names defaulted respondents including several China-based firms (Cenny, Ronfnea, Moffy, Xinruntao, and Jun&Liang).
Temporary Entry Under Bond During Review
If the Commission issues a remedy, the U.S. Trade Representative has 60 days to review it, and during that 60-day period the subject articles may enter the United States under bond in an amount determined by the Commission and prescribed by the Secretary of the Treasury. The Commission specifically requests submissions on what bond amount should be required.
Public Interest Factors Will Shape Remedy
When deciding whether to order a remedy, the Commission will consider public interest factors including effects on public health and welfare, competitive conditions in the U.S. economy, U.S. production of like articles, and U.S. consumers. The Commission requests written submissions addressing these public interest factors.
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