United States of America: Office of the United States Trade Representative closes consultation on Section 301 investigation into China's targeting of foundational semiconductors over alleged anticompetitive practices

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Office of the United States Trade Representative closes consultation on Section 301 investigation into China's targeting of foundational semiconductors over alleged anticompetitive practices

On 5 February 2025, the Office of the US Trade Representative closes public consultation on the Section 301 investigation to examine China's targeting of foundational semiconductors. The investigation cites concerns over anti-competitive and non-market practices. It covers a range of China's non-market activities in the semiconductor sector, including how these semiconductors are incorporated into finished goods and downstream products for critical industries. The consultation sought input on issues such as China’s anticompetitive actions, state-driven industry practices, market access restrictions, forced technology transfers, and their impact on U.S. commerce. It also sought comments on whether China’s practices are unreasonable or discriminatory, and their burden on US industries including defence, automotive, and telecommunications. It also sought inputs on whether the practices are actionable under Section 301 of the Trade Act.

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Policy Area
International trade
Policy Instrument
Import tariff
Regulated Economic Activity
semiconductors
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
other regulatory body

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2024-12-23
under deliberation

On 23 December 2024, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative announced a Section 301 investigat…

2025-01-06
in consultation

On 6 January 2025, the Office of the US Trade Representative opened a public consultation on the Se…

2025-02-05
processing consultation

On 5 February 2025, the Office of the US Trade Representative closes public consultation on the Sec…