Certain Secondary Cylindrical Batteries, Components Thereof, and Products Containing the Same; Inv. No. 337-TA-1518

The ITC instituted Investigation No. 337-TA-1518 based on a complaint by LG Energy Solution Ltd. and LG Energy Solution Arizona, Inc. against EVE Energy, Bosch, Koki Holdings, and Chervon entities. The investigation concerns secondary rechargeable cylindrical batteries, components such as cap assemblies, electrode windings, separators, housings, and products containing them, allegedly infringing five LG Energy Solution patents. This investigation targets rechargeable cylindrical battery technology used in power tools and other high-volume products, with potential exclusion-order consequences for major battery suppliers and downstream product companies. The case could affect U.S. availability and sourcing of cylindrical lithium-ion battery cells and battery-powered consumer and industrial products. The asserted patents are U.S. Patent Nos. 8,420,257; 11,749,866; 12,412,924; 12,412,965; and 12,646,735, with specified claims from each patent placed in issue. The accused products are secondary cylindrical batteries, components thereof, and products containing the same, including top cap assemblies, electrode windings, separators, battery housings, and related assemblies. Named respondents include EVE Energy entities, Robert Bosch entities, Koki Holdings entities, and Chervon entities; the complainants seek a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders, and OUII will not participate.