In response to lawsuits by Seagate and Western Digital, the Delhi High Court directed sellers of refurbished hard disk drives (HDDs) to adhere to specific disclosure requirements on promotional materials. Defendants argued that refurbished HDDs, stripped of original branding, were being sold with an extended warranty. The court ruled that while importation of discarded HDDs is permissible, sellers must transparently disclose alterations and lack of original warranty. Guidelines include stating the original manufacturer’s name, absence of warranty, and accurate product features on packaging to avoid misleading consumers.
Delhi High Court Sets Guidelines for Sale of Refurbished Hard Drives
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