United States of America: Adopted Expansion of Export Controls on Semiconductor Manufacturing Items Interim Final Rule (SME IFR)

On 17 October 2023, the US Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) adopted the Expansion of Export Controls on Semiconductor Manufacturing Items Interim Final Rule of 2023 (SME IFR). The BIS imposed additional export controls on semiconductor manufacturing equipment and expanded the license requirements for such equipment. The BIS also introduced a new Temporary General License (TGL) with amended license requirements. Furthermore, the BIS amended the restrictions on US persons to prevent support to advanced PRC semiconductor manufacturing. The rules will enter into force 30 days after the filing for public inspection at the Federal Register.