Freedom Scientific Requests ITC Import Ban on Handheld Magnifiers

Freedom Scientific requested on Sept. 26 an International Trade Commission investigation into a possible import ban on handheld magnifiers that allegedly infringe its patents. The company alleged Aumed, which is based in China, and its U.S. sales agent are importing and selling the allegedly infringing handheld magnifiers, which are used by people with poor vision to enlarge materials for easier viewing or reading. The patented technology allows for more portable and versatile magnifiers by including a camera that displays enlarged images on a screen for easy viewing. Freedom Scientific is requesting a limited exclusion and cease and desist orders against Aumed.