3M Prevails in Patent Infringement Action Against Qingdao Sisa Abrasives Co., Ltd.

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3M announced a legal victory against Qingdao Sisa Abrasives Co., Ltd. in a patent infringement case in China. The Intermediate People's Court of Zhengzhou ruled that Sisa's BCA-T abrasive grain violated 3M's patents related to Precision-Shaped Abrasive Grain technology. The court's decision, effective February 1, 2021, mandates Sisa to cease production and sales of the infringing product and compensate 3M for economic losses and protection costs. This ruling underscores 3M's commitment to safeguarding its intellectual property.

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• Court ruling in favor of 3M in patent infringement case.
• Injunction against Qingdao Sisa prevents further sales of infringing product.
• Potential compensation for economic losses strengthens 3M's financial position.

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• None.

ST. PAUL, Minn., Feb. 25, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Intermediate People's Court of Zhengzhou, China has ordered that the BCA-T (Blue Ceramic Abrasive Triangle) abrasive grain made by Qingdao Sisa Abrasives Co., Ltd. infringes 3M's Chinese patents ZL200980155621.4 and ZL201080026268.2. These patents relate to 3M's Precision-Shaped Abrasive Grain technology.

The court order requires Sisa to immediately stop the manufacture, sale, and offer for sale of Sisa's infringing abrasive grain in China and directs the company to compensate 3M for its economic losses and expenses for rights of protection. The judgement went into effect on Feb. 1, 2021.

3M provides a comprehensive range of abrasive products and solutions to multiple industries, including 3M Cubitron™ II products containing Precision-Shaped Abrasive Grain that are widely used in high-performance grinding and material removal applications for the metalworking and collision repair industries. Learn more about 3M's Cubitron™ II technology at www.3m.com/3M/en_US/cubitronII-us.

3M is committed to protecting its intellectual property and investments in Precision-Shaped Abrasive Grain technology.

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FAQ

What was the court ruling about 3M and Qingdao Sisa Abrasives?

The court found that Qingdao Sisa Abrasives infringed on 3M's patents regarding abrasive grain technology.

When did the court ruling regarding 3M take effect?

The ruling took effect on February 1, 2021.

How does the court ruling affect Qingdao Sisa's operations?

The ruling requires Qingdao Sisa to stop manufacturing and selling the infringing abrasive grain.

What is the significance of 3M's patent related to Precision-Shaped Abrasive Grain?

This patent is critical for 3M's abrasive products used in metalworking and collision repair.

What type of compensation is 3M seeking from Qingdao Sisa?

3M is seeking compensation for economic losses and expenses related to the protection of its patents.