ITC Seeks Comments on Section 337 Complaint on Microwave Hoods
The International Trade Commission seeks comments by Dec. 1 on a Section 337 complaint alleging that imports of microwave hoods infringe patents held by Whirlpool Corporation, it said in a notice to be published Nov. 21 in the Federal Register.…
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According to the complaint, Whirlpool is seeking a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders against Samsung and LG Electronics and their subsidiaries, and six U.S.- and Canada-based companies to bar from entry "certain low profile microwave-hood combination products" that violate their patents. Whirlpool said that its products "are designed to fit into the undercabinet hood space above a cooking range, providing a two-in-one kitchen appliance that cooks and provides ventilation."