Press Releases May 29, 2026 07:00 AM

Seer Files ITC Complaint Against Nanomics

Seer Files ITC Complaint Against Nanomics for Patent Infringement in Proteomic Technology

By Priya Menon SEER

Seer, Inc. has filed a complaint with the US International Trade Commission against Nanomics Biotechnology Co., Ltd., alleging infringement of Seer's patents related to nanoparticle protein enrichment technology. The complaint seeks an exclusion order to bar Nanomics' products from entering the US market. This action complements an earlier federal court patent infringement suit.

Seer Files ITC Complaint Against Nanomics
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Key Points

  • Seer claims Nanomics infringed multiple US patents protecting its proteomic enrichment technology.
  • The ITC complaint seeks to block import and sale of Nanomics' Proteonano kits and workstations in the US.
  • This legal action reflects Seer's effort to protect its intellectual property and technological innovations in proteomics.

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., May 29, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Seer, Inc. (Nasdaq: SEER), a pioneer and trusted partner for deep, unbiased proteomic insights, today announced that it has filed a complaint at the United States International Trade Commission (ITC) against Nanomics Biotechnology Co., Ltd. The Brigham and Women's Hospital has joined the ITC complaint as well.

The ITC complaint builds on the patent infringement suit filed in federal district court on May 12, 2026, and is based on Nanomics' infringement of U.S. Patent Nos. 11,435,360, 11,630,112, 12,050,222, 12,228,566, and 12,590,948, which protect Seer's intellectual property in the field of nanoparticle protein enrichment. Seer's ITC complaint seeks institution of an investigation into Nanomics' importation and sale of its Proteonano kits and workstations, and an exclusion order barring those products from entering the United States.

"Seer pioneered the technology and advanced the science that makes it possible to pursue deep, unbiased proteomics at scale, catalyzing large data sets that will drive AI-enabled biological discoveries. We have an obligation to ensure that this technology delivers the most robust and reproducible data for our customers," said Omid Farokhzad, Chair and Chief Executive Officer of Seer. "Filing this ITC complaint, alongside our district court action, reflects our resolve to use every available avenue to protect our technology, innovations, and product integrity that have defined this field and that our customers rely on every day."

About Seer, Inc.
Seer, Inc. (Nasdaq: SEER) sets the standard in deep, unbiased proteomics, delivering insights with scale, speed, precision, and reproducibility previously unattainable. Seer’s Proteograph® Product Suite integrates proprietary engineered nanoparticles, streamlined automation instrumentation, optimized consumables, and advanced analytical software to overcome the throughput and complexity limitations of traditional proteomic methods. Seer’s products are for research use only and are not intended for diagnostic procedures. For more information, visit www.seer.bio

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Risks

  • Legal outcomes are uncertain and could impact Seer's competitive positioning and market share in proteomics.
  • Extended litigation may lead to increased legal expenses and operational distraction for Seer.
  • If the ITC does not grant the exclusion order, Nanomics products could continue competing in the US market, potentially affecting Seer's revenues.

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