US Eyes Ban on Certain Crafting Machines Over Patent Disputes
Published Date: 1/27/2026
Notice
Summary
The U.S. International Trade Commission is asking the public and government agencies to share their thoughts on a possible ban of certain crafting machines and parts that might be breaking a U.S. patent. If the ban happens, it could affect companies importing or selling these machines, and the Commission wants to hear how this might impact consumers and the economy. Comments are open now, so don’t miss your chance to weigh in before any final decisions!
Analyzed Economic Effects
2 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 2 costs, 0 mixed.
Possible General Ban on Crafting Machines
If the Commission finds a violation, it could issue a general exclusion order to exclude from entry into the United States crafting machines and components that infringe U.S. Patent No. D893,563. The ALJ issued the Recommended Determination on January 21, 2026, and the Commission is accepting public comments on the public interest through close of business on February 23, 2026.
Limited Exclusions and Cease-And-Desist for Named Respondents
The Commission may issue limited exclusion orders and cease-and-desist orders directed to the named respondents — the Vevor Respondents (Bozhou Wanxingyu Technology Co. Ltd., Bozhou Zhongdaxiang Technology Co., Ltd., Shanghai Sishun E-commerce Co., Ltd.) for infringing U.S. Patent No. D1,029,090, and Liping Zhan ("Konduone") for infringing claims 8–12 of U.S. Patent No. 11,905,646. The ALJ issued the Recommended Determination on January 21, 2026, and the Commission is soliciting public-interest comments by February 23, 2026.
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