ITC Probes LCD Glass Patent Violations in Trade Spat
Published Date: 9/24/2026
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Summary
The U.S. International Trade Commission is re-examining part of a decision that found some glass used in LCD screens violates trade rules. This affects companies like Corning and others involved in making or selling these glass products in the U.S. They’re asking for feedback on how to fix the issue, consider public impact, and decide on financial safeguards—so expect some important deadlines and possible changes soon.
Analyzed Economic Effects
5 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 3 costs, 1 mixed.
Possible 5–6 Year Import Ban
The Administrative Law Judge recommended a limited exclusion order of approximately 5 to 6 years that could stop the named glass substrates and related products from being imported into the United States. If the Commission orders that remedy, those subject articles could be excluded from entry into the U.S.
9.8% Bond During Presidential Review
The Recommended Determination proposes a bond rate of 9.8 percent to be imposed on imported articles subject to any exclusion order during the U.S. Trade Representative's Presidential review period. The U.S. Trade Representative has 60 days to act during that review period.
Cease-and-Desist Recommended for TCL
The Recommended Determination asks that a cease and desist order be issued specifically against respondent TCL. A cease and desist order would require TCL to stop unfair acts in the importation and sale of the accused products if the Commission adopts the recommendation.
Commission Review of Liability Issues for CHOT and CSOT
The Commission has determined to review whether CHOT and CSOT are in violation of section 337, whether relief is barred by any statute of limitations, and whether Corning took reasonable measures to keep its trade secrets secret. The Commission has asked parties to brief those discrete issues with reference to the evidentiary record.
Investigation Terminated for Certain Respondents via Settlements
The Commission record shows the investigation was terminated as to HKC, VIZIO, and LGE based on settlement agreements (orders cited in 2025), and partially terminated as to Hisense under a settlement. Those respondents are no longer subject to the investigation on those bases.
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