The company says REC’s alleged complaints and the patent are without technical and legal merit.

The suit relates to REC Group’s split cell (half-cut) and junction box technology.

The companies unlawfully incorporated its patented passivation technology into their solar cells.

Hanwha claimed that JinkoSolar had unlawfully incorporated its patented passivation technology into solar cells being imported and sold in the U.S.

The Commission has until May 27, 2020, to grant review if Hanwha petitions for review.