Certain Disposable and Other Closed-System Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS); Devices and Components Thereof; Notice of a Commission Determination Not To Review an Initial Determination Amending the Complaint and Notice of Investigation To Add Proposed Respondents

Brief takeaway: The ITC has expanded a Section 337 investigation into certain disposable and closed-system electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS) by adding five new respondents.

What changed: According to the notice, the Commission determined not to review an initial determination (Order No. 13) that granted a motion to amend the complaint and notice of investigation. The notice states this amendment adds five proposed respondents to the ongoing investigation.

Who's affected: The notice names the product category as certain disposable and other closed-system electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), including devices and components thereof. It cites five newly added respondents: Nevera (HK) Limited, Wonder Ladies Limited, Sailing South Limited, Palma Terra Limited, and Marea Morada Limited. The notice does not specify HTS codes, countries of origin, or the underlying allegations.

What to review:
- Review whether your imported ENDS devices, closed-system products, or components may be connected to any of the five named respondents.
- Confirm with your customs broker or trade counsel whether this expanded investigation may be relevant to your supply chain.
- Check the underlying investigation docket for scope details, accused products, and any potential exclusion-order implications.
- Review sourcing relationships with the named entities to understand potential exposure.

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