ITC Asks for Comments on Knowles' Silicon Microphone Package Section 337 Complaint

The International Trade Commission is asking for comments by July 5 on public interest issues raised by Knowles Electronics’ Section 337 patent infringement allegations against Goertek’s silicon microphone packages. In its June 21 complaint, Knowles said Goertek is manufacturing and importing into the U.S. silicon microphone packages that infringe its patents (see 13062601). The products at issue are silicon microphones that include a Micro-Electric-Mechanic System (MEMS) microphone die encased within a surface-mountable package, Knowles said. They are used in consumer electronic products like cellphones, notebooks, headsets, and digital cameras made by companies such as Samsung, Apple, Motorola and HTC. Knowles is seeking limited exclusion and cease and desist orders.