Epson uses ITC proceedings to protect consumers, business partners, and the integrity of Epson technology from unfair importation of infringing products.
Helps prevent unauthorized or infringing products from entering the U.S. market.
Safeguards Epson's investment in patented technology and product development.
Addresses unfair trade practices involving imported products that infringe Epson rights.
A new investigation seeks to protect cartridges and chips covered by patents set to expire in 2026, and to expand coverage to remanufactured cartridges.
Filed: May 13, 2025
Issued: September 29, 2026
Status: Granted
Filed: May 13, 2025
Issued: August 13, 2026
Status: Granted
Extended coverage to additional patents and off-carriage, business, and large-format cartridges.
Extended coverage to additional patents and off-carriage, business, and large-format cartridges.
Found that over 750 accused cartridges infringed Epson patents; bars import of infringing cartridges into the U.S.
Extended coverage to additional patents and off-carriage, business, and large-format cartridges.
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