US ITC Launches 337 Investigation into DRAM Devices Following Netlist Patent Complaint
On September 23, 2026, the US International Trade Commission voted to initiate a Section 337 investigation into certain DRAM devices and downstream products, following an August 11, 2026 complaint by Netlist, Inc. Netlist alleges patent infringement by Micron Technology, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Lenovo Group, and Super Micro Computer. The ITC will set a target completion date within 45 days and may issue exclusion and cease-and-desist orders.
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US ITC Launches 337 Investigation into DRAM Devices and Downstream Products Following Netlist Complaint
On September 23, 2026, the US International Trade Commission (ITC) voted to initiate a 337 investigation into certain dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) devices and their downstream products and components. The investigation follows a complaint filed on August 11, 2026, by Netlist, Inc. of Irvine, California, alleging patent infringement under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. Netlist claims that the importation and sale of these products in the US infringe on its US patents (Nos. 10,025,731, 10,217,523, 12,373,366, and 12,675,407). The company is seeking a limited exclusion order and a cease-and-desist order. Named as respondents include Micron Technology, Micron Semiconductor Products, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Lenovo Group (Hong Kong), Lenovo (United States), and Super Micro Computer. The ITC has not yet made a final determination on the merits of the case.
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On September 23, 2026, the US International Trade Commission (ITC) voted to initiate a 337 investigation into certain dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) devices and their downstream products and components. The probe follows a complaint filed on August 11, 2026, by Netlist, Inc. of Irvine, California, alleging patent infringement under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. Netlist claims that imports and sales of the products in the US infringe four US patents (Nos. 10,025,731, 10,217,523, 12,373,366, and 12,675,407). The company is seeking a limited exclusion order and a cease-and-desist order. Named as respondents include Micron Technology, Micron Semiconductor Products, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Lenovo Group (Hong Kong), Lenovo (United States), and Super Micro Computer. The investigation is designated as Investigation No. 337-TA-XXXX.
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On September 23, 2026, the US International Trade Commission (ITC) voted to initiate a 337 investigation into certain dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) devices and their downstream products and components. The probe follows a complaint filed on August 11, 2026, by California-based Netlist, Inc., alleging patent infringement under US patents 10,025,731, 10,217,523, 12,373,366, and 12,675,407. Netlist claims that imports and sales of the accused products in the US violate Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The ITC is considering issuing a limited exclusion order and a cease-and-desist order. Named respondents include US-based Micron Technology, Micron Semiconductor Products, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Lenovo (US), Super Micro Computer, and Hong Kong-based Lenovo Group. The investigation marks the third such action involving DRAM products and their downstream applications.
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US ITC Launches 337 Investigation into DRAM Devices and Products
On September 23, 2026, the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) voted to initiate a 337 investigation (337-TA-1523) concerning certain dynamic random-access memory (DRAM) devices, downstream products, and components. The investigation follows a complaint filed on August 11, 2026, by Netlist, Inc. of Irvine, California, alleging patent infringement under Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930. Netlist claims that the importation and sale of these products in the US infringe four of its patents (US Patent Nos. 10,025,731, 10,217,523, 12,373,366, and 12,675,407). Named as respondents include Micron Technology, Micron Semiconductor Products, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Lenovo Group (Hong Kong), Lenovo (United States), and Super Micro Computer. The ITC will set a target date for completion within 45 days. Any remedial orders issued, such as a limited exclusion order or cease-and-desist order, will take effect upon issuance and become final after 60 days, unless vetoed by the US Trade Representative on policy grounds.
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On September 23, 2026, the US International Trade Commission (ITC) voted to initiate a 337 investigation (337-TA-1523) into certain dynamic random access memory (DRAM) devices, downstream products, and components. The probe follows a complaint filed on August 11, 2026, by California-based Netlist, Inc., alleging patent infringement by companies importing and selling such products in the US. The asserted patents include US Patent Nos. 10,025,731, 10,217,523, 12,373,366, and 12,675,407. Named as respondents are Micron Technology, Micron Semiconductor Products, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Lenovo Group (Hong Kong), Lenovo (United States), and Super Micro Computer. Netlist is seeking a limited exclusion order and a cease-and-desist order. The ITC will set a target completion date within 45 days of initiation. Any remedial orders issued would become effective upon issuance and final after 60 days, unless vetoed by the US Trade Representative.
US ITC Launches 337 Investigation into DRAM Devices and Downstream Products Following Netlist Complaint
On September 23, 2026, the US International Trade Commission (ITC) voted to initiate a 337 investigation (337-TA-1523) into certain Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) devices, downstream products, and components. The probe follows a complaint filed on August 11, 2026, by California-based Netlist, Inc., which alleges that imports and sales of these products in the US violate Section 337 of the Tariff Act by infringing four US patents (Nos. 10,025,731, 10,217,523, 12,373,366, and 12,675,407). Netlist seeks a limited exclusion order and a cease-and-desist order. Named respondents include US firms Micron Technology, Micron Semiconductor Products, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, and Super Micro Computer, as well as Hong Kong-based Lenovo Group and its US subsidiary. The ITC will set a target date for completion within 45 days. Any remedial orders issued will take effect upon publication and become final after 60 days, unless vetoed by the US Trade Representative for policy reasons.
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