USITC launches Section 337 probe into Vicor patent on vertical power delivery modules
The United States International Trade Commission formally opened Investigation No. 337‑TA‑1526 on 9 Oct 2026 after Vicor Corp. filed a Section 337 complaint alleging infringement of U.S. Patent 10,903,734. The complaint names 20 respondents, including Luxshare Precision, Foxconn (Hon Hai), Delta Electronics, Infineon, Flex, Celestica, Quanta and Monolithic Power Systems. Vicor is requesting a limited exclusion order and cease‑and‑desist orders against the imported products.
Why it matters
If the ITC issues an exclusion order, the listed companies could be barred from importing the contested VPD modules into the United States, potentially disrupting the AI‑server power‑supply supply chain and affecting Vicor’s IP‑monetisation strategy.
Key facts
- 1The ITC voted to institute the investigation on 9 Oct 2026, assigning case number 337‑TA‑1526. finance.biggo.com
- 2Vicor’s complaint alleges infringement of claims of U.S. Patent No. 10,903,734. fourweekmba.com
- 3Twenty respondents are named, among them Luxshare Precision, Foxconn (Hon Hai), Delta Electronics, Infineon Technologies, Flex Ltd., Celestica Inc., Quanta Computer, and Monolithic Power Systems. fourweekmba.com
- 4Vicor is seeking a limited exclusion order and cease‑and‑desist orders against the respondents. finance.biggo.com
- 5Respondents must file their answers within 20 days of service of the notice. fourweekmba.com
- 6The investigation is expected to run 12‑16 months before a final determination. taipeitimes.com
Summary written by AlphAI AI Desk from 7 of 7 sources. Not investment advice. Figures are as stated by the linked sources.