ITC Accepts Ampt’s Complaint to Investigate Importation of Infringing SolarEdge Products
Ampt LLC announced that the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) has launched an investigation into SolarEdge Technologies (NASDAQ: SEDG) based on allegations of patent infringement. The investigation stems from Ampt's complaint requesting a ban on the import and sale of SolarEdge's power systems and components that violate Ampt’s patents. The involved products include power optimizers and inverters. Ampt aims for a decision by the end of 2023. Additionally, Ampt filed a patent infringement lawsuit in Delaware, seeking substantial damages and an injunction.
- ITC investigation could lead to a favorable ruling for Ampt, enhancing their market position.
- Potential ban on SolarEdge's infringing products may benefit Ampt's competitive edge in the market.
- SolarEdge may face supply chain disruptions if the ITC rules against them.
- The ongoing legal battles could divert resources and focus away from business expansion for SolarEdge.
The ITC is an independent federal agency that protects
According to the complaint, the infringing products include
“We appreciate the Commission’s decision to investigate SolarEdge’s unlawful use of our proprietary technology without asking our permission or compensating us,” said
In addition to the complaint filed with the ITC, Ampt simultaneously filed a similar patent infringement action involving claims from eight of Ampt’s US patents in the
Ampt is represented by
About Ampt
Ampt delivers innovative power conversion and communication technology that is used to lower the cost and improve performance of new PV systems, repower existing systems, and enable lower cost DC coupled storage. With installations and experience serving markets around the world, Ampt is the number one power optimizer company for large-scale systems. The company is headquartered in
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