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ITC Seeks Comments on Possible 337 General Exclusion Order on Crafting Machines

The International Trade Commission seeks comments by Oct. 18 on a request from Cricut for a Section 337 general exclusion order banning all imports of crafting machines that infringe its patents, the ITC said in an Oct. 10 notice. In…

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a complaint filed Oct. 4, Cricut said HTVRont, Vevor, OffNova and Konduone are importing cutting machines and heat presses that infringe its utility and design patents related to Cricut’s interconnected crafting systems, used to create greeting cards, apparel, on-demand gifts, wedding-related services and large-scale decor, among other things. Cricut also seeks a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders against HTVRont, Vevor, OffNova and Konduone.