Final Seeks Section 337 General Exclusion Order on Foldable Reusable Drinking Straws

The Final Co. seeks a general exclusion order banning all imports of foldable reusable drinking straws that allegedly infringe its patents, the company said in a Section 337 complaint filed Oct. 8 with the International Trade Commission. Final says companies in China are importing reusable drinking straws that may be folded and stored in a carrying case, which copy Final’s patented design. Final also seeks cease and desist orders against each of the 17 Chinese companies identified in the complaint. Comments are due to the ITC by Oct. 24.