On the 20th, the US International Trade Commission initiated a "337 investigation" on synthetic rubber resins and other products produced by companies in the Chinese mainland and the Hong Kong SAR to determine if they have infringed intellectual property rights.

The US International Trade Commission issued a statement saying that the products involved are mainly synthetic rubber resins, including those used in tire manufacturing. The survey involved a total of 11 companies and individuals, most of whom have a Chinese background.

The statement said that the US chemical intermediate manufacturer SI Group filed a complaint with the US International Trade Commission on May 21 this year, accusing the US import and sale of the above-mentioned products in the US market infringing on the company’s commercial secrets. Requires the initiation of "337 Investigation" and the issue of exclusion orders and prohibition of import orders.

The so-called "337 investigation" was first named in the "United States Tariff Act of 1930" section 337, after undergoing several major amendments. According to this provision, the US International Trade Commission has the power to investigate complaints concerning patent and registered trademark infringements, as well as conduct investigations involving misappropriation of trade secrets, infringement of product packaging, imitation, and false advertising.

According to relevant procedures, the US International Trade Commission must, within a period of 45 days after starting the "337 investigation," determine the target time of the final award and complete the investigation as soon as possible. Usually the case needs to make a ruling within one year. If the company involved is found guilty of violating Article 337, the U.S. International Trade Commission will issue exclusion orders and prohibit imports of related products, which means that the products involved will completely lose their eligibility for entry into the U.S. market.

Since the beginning of this year, the United States has repeatedly launched anti-dumping and anti-subsidy countervailing investigations and “337 investigations” on Chinese products, and protectionism has risen significantly. Except for individual industries, almost all products under investigation are subject to trade sanctions. The Chinese Ministry of Commerce has repeatedly stated that it hopes that the U.S. government will abide by its opposition to trade protectionism, jointly safeguard a free, open and fair international trade environment, and properly handle trade frictions in a more rational manner.

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