China: Implementation of import licensing requirement for commercial encryption products
Description
Implementation of import licensing requirement for commercial encryption products
The Chinese government implemented new controls on the import of commercial encryption products. The Chinese government implemented new controls on the import of commercial encryption products. In particular, to import the items and technologies listed in the "Commercial Encryption Import License List", the companies shall obtain a licence from the Ministry of Commerce. The list includes encrypted phones, VPN devices and other encrypted machines.
Original sourceScope
Policy Area
International trade
Policy Instrument
Import licensing requirement
Regulated Economic Activity
other service provider
Implementation Level
national
Government Branch
executive
Government Body
central government
Key regulatory dimensions
Regulated subjects
The businesses, government agencies or individuals affected by this policy or regulatory change.
producer / supplier
1
Type
Private organisation
Economic activity
semiconductors,technological consumer goods
Category
All
Policy change by business practice
The detailed activities within the scope of this policy or regulatory change.
algorithm: encryption: monetisation (any form)
Regulatory tool
Regulator reporting requirement
Sanctions
Regulated subjects
1