Unfair Competition
Investigations by International Trade Commission (ITC) of unfair trade practices and CBP enforcement of ITC orders to exclude merchandise from importation into the United States.
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Part 1: Unfair Competition
Unfair competition involves violations of intellectual property rights, particularly trademarks, as defined by 19 USC 1337. The United States International Trade Commission investigates these practices, allowing trademark owners to file complaints against infringing imports. The commission can is...
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Part 2: Unfair Competition
Exclusion orders play a vital role in customs regulation by differentiating between general and limited types. Limited orders focus on specific violators, while temporary exclusion orders allow product entry under certain conditions. Investigations can take over a year, leading to temporary prote...