ITC Asks for Comments on Possible Import Ban for Infringing Cellphones and Tablets

The International Trade Commission is asking for comments by Nov. 1 on public interest issues raised by a possible import ban on electronic imaging devices that infringe patents held by FlashPoint. The administrative law judge in the case found Section 337 violations by some products subject to the investigation, which covers mobile phones, tablets, and other devices from HTC, Huawei and ZTE. The ALJ recommended a limited exclusion order barring imports of infringing devices, as well as an importer certification requirement.