Canon U.S.A. Inc. announced that its parent company, Canon Inc., ranked ninth in the number of patents granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) in 2024, placing it in the world’s top 10 for 41 consecutive years, according to IFI CLAIMS Patent Services, a U.S.-based patent research firm.

Canon Inc. ranked first among Japanese companies for the 20th consecutive year.

“It is important to continue to pursue opportunities for innovation to help adapt to the evolving needs of our customers,” said Seymour Liebman, EVP, chief administrative officer and general counsel of Canon U.S.A., Inc. and senior managing executive officer of Canon Inc. “Another high placement on the IFI CLAIMS list is a strong reflection of our commitment to delivering innovative ideas and solutions and a testament to the dedication of our staff in this endeavor.”

Canon emphasizes the importance of obtaining patents not only in Japan but also internationally. It promotes patent filing based on regional business strategies, as well as technology advancement and product trends. The United States, with its concentration of high-tech companies and its large market scale, is a particularly important region in terms of business expansion and technology alliances.

† Based on patent counts issued by the United States Patent and Trademark Office and compiled by IFI CLAIMS Patent Services