German Litigation FAQ

Are all of NanoString’s products, including the CosMx Spatial Molecular Imager products for RNA detection, available in Germany?

Yes! On July 17^th , 2024, an injunction that had previously impacted CosMx^TM Spatial Molecular Imager (SMI) products for RNA detection in Germany was lifted, effective immediately. This means that there are no prohibitions anywhere in the world on any NanoString products. All CosMx SMI instruments and panels can be marketed, sold, serviced, and utilized in Germany and globally.

What does this development mean for NanoString’s ability to market, sell and use CosMx products in Germany and other European countries?

NanoString customers can return to business as usual in Germany and resume purchases of all CosMx SMI products now that the injunction has been lifted. Regarding other European countries, recall that an injunction based on another patent impacting 17 European countries had been issued in September 2023 by the Unified Patent Court (UPC), but that injunction was already lifted by the UPC Court of Appeal in February 2024. There are no prohibitions on any NanoString products anywhere in the world.