Reynolds Vaping Technology Claims Invalidated

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Jul.03.2022

A U.S. administrative tribunal has invalidated two claims in a R.J. Reynolds vaping patent, reports Law360.

Reynolds Vaping Technology Claims Invalidated

The Patent Trial and Appeal Board said on June 30 that two claims in U.S. Patent No. 9,814,268, which covers “a tobacco-containing, electrically-powered smoking article” designed to burn a minimal amount of tobacco, can’t stand because they are obvious in light of previous e-cigarette patents.

The ruling represents a second win for Philip Morris Products after a Virginia federal jury awarded it more than $10 million last month in drawn-out clash between the tobacco giants.

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Sesh touts independence, 8VC backing and retail reach as it challenges tobacco-owned pouch brands

Sesh touts independence, 8VC backing and retail reach as it challenges tobacco-owned pouch brands

U.S. nicotine pouch brand Sesh has emphasized its independence from Altria, Philip Morris International and British American Tobacco, along with backing from investors including 8VC, celebrity supporters and a retail footprint of more than 7,500 stores, as it seeks to differentiate itself in a market where major pouch brands are owned by large tobacco companies.

Jul.07 by 2Firsts Perspectives

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