Raleigh, NC, Nov. 2—An Administrative Law Judge (ALJ) with the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) issued an initial determination that Pergo’s glueless click laminate product, and the installation instructions for that product, do not infringe on patents held by Välinge Aluminum. Pergo’s license for the product is jointly held by the Belgian firm Unilin.

A final decision from the ITC is expected at the latest February 5. If the ITC upholds the ALJ’s ruling, Pergo will be allowed to continue importing the product with the existing installation instructions.

The ITC began its investigation last December 29 in response to a complaint filed on behalf of Alloc Inc., Berry Finance, and Välinge Aluminum.

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