Duracell Loses Use of Energizer’s Trademarks for Marketing in Canada

Duracell batteries are displayed on a shelf at a store in a file photo. Berkshire Hathaway Inc. announced that it is purchasing Duracell battery from Procter & Gamble Co. for an estimated $3 billion. Photo by Justin Sullivan/Getty Images

After eight years of litigation, a federal judge has issued a permanent injunction against Duracell Canada to prohibit its use of rival Energizer Canada’s trademarks.

“I conclude Energizer is entitled to a permanent injunction restraining Duracell from using the Energizer trademarks,” wrote Justice Janet Fuhrer of the Federal Court. Energizer was awarded $179,000 by the justice in damages and costs.