notice Published 2026-06-12

Certain GPU Computing Systems, Data Processing Unit (DPU) Technologies, and Associated Components Thereof, and Products Containing the Same; Notice of Institution of Investigation

📌 ETDETA brief — importer impact summary (educational)

Brief takeaway: The ITC has opened a Section 337 investigation into whether certain imported GPU computing systems and DPU technologies infringe five U.S. patents, which could eventually lead to import restrictions.

What changed: According to the notice, a complaint was filed on May 8, 2026 by Xockets, Inc. alleging that the importation, sale for importation, and post-importation sale of certain GPU computing systems, DPU technologies, associated components, and products containing them infringe claims of five U.S. patents (the '297, '161, '092, '640, and '350 patents). The notice states the complainant requests a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders.

Who's affected: The notice names GPU computing systems, data processing unit (DPU) technologies, associated components, and products containing the same. The notice does not specify HTS codes or countries of origin.

What to review:
- Review whether your imported products include GPU computing systems, DPUs, or components that may fall within the scope described in the notice.
- Confirm with your broker or trade counsel whether the patents cited may be relevant to your product designs or suppliers.
- Check for future ITC filings, scope clarifications, or any exclusion or cease and desist orders that may issue from this investigation.
- Review supplier and manufacturer documentation to understand potential exposure if remedies are ordered.

This is general information, not legal advice and not a compliance determination — confirm specifics with a licensed customs broker or trade counsel.

Official notice

Notice is hereby given that a complaint was filed with the U.S. International Trade Commission on May 8, 2026, under section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930, as amended, on behalf of Xockets, Inc. of Temple, Texas. The complaint alleges violations of section 337 based upon the importation into the United States, the sale for importation, and the sale within the United States after importation of certain GPU computing systems, data processing unit (DPU) technologies, and associated components thereof, and products containing the same by reason of the infringement of certain claims of U.S. Patent No. 10,223,297 ("the '297 patent"); U.S. Patent No. 9,378,161 ("the '161 patent"); U.S. Patent No. 10,212,092 ("the '092 patent"); U.S. Patent No. 9,436,640 ("the '640 patent"); and U.S. Patent No. 11,082,350 ("the '350 patent"). The complaint further alleges that an industry in the United States exists or is in the process of being established as required by the applicable Federal Statute. The complainant requests that the Commission institute an investigation and, after the investigation, issue a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders.

Source: Federal Register · International Trade Commission · Read the official notice ↗

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This update is a general educational summary based on public CBP CSMS / Federal Register information. It is not legal advice, customs broker advice, a final classification, duty determination, entry instruction, or compliance determination. Importers should confirm applicability, effective dates, HTSUS/Chapter 99 reporting, rates, refunds, PSC procedures, and filing instructions with their licensed customs broker, trade counsel, and/or CBP.