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Patents and copying internationally
I have been looking at importing goods from the U.S. California into Australia.
These goods have a U.S. Patent but not trademarked.
They are very impressive and would do well in our market, however, the plight of the Aussie dollar of late prohibits any profits being made.
I have been thinking of manufacturing the goods locally, as they are steel and relatively simple to make.
Am I to be held responsible to the original manufacturer? as they do not have any presence in my country and were never going to be, being a small firm.
I have imported a few of the units for evaluation purposes but have not entered into any agreements nor have any papers been signed.
Would copying the evaluation units that I already own and manufacturing them locally break any patent laws?

Thankyou for your assistance.

Asked on 4/20/01, 2:57 am

Ken Koury Kenneth P. Koury, Esq.

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Re: Patents and copying internationally

Yes, there are international treaties covring Patents. you would be better off entering into an agreement with them first.

Answered on 8/04/01, 1:59 am

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