LG Chem Files Section 337 ITC Complaint on SK Battery's Lithium Ion Cells

LG Chem and Toray Industries filed a Section 337 complaint with the International Trade Commission, seeking a ban on imports of lithium ion battery cells, modules and packs from SK Battery that allegedly infringe its patents. SK Battery cells used in hybrid and electric vehicles, plus portable consumer electronics devices, copy the patented technologies, said the Sept. 26 complaint (login required) in docket 337-TA-3413. LG Chem and Toray seek a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders banning import and sale of the allegedly infringing batteries. SK Battery representatives comment Wednesday. Comments on the complaint are due Oct. 10.