USTR Launches Section 301 Probe

USTR investigates China's semiconductor policies, citing unfair practices and market distortions. Potential trade actions ahead.

Introduction

USTR probes China's semiconductor strategies, highlighting potential trade disputes over alleged market distortions and unfair practices.

On December 23, 2024, outgoing U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai announced an investigation into China's policies and practices related to its efforts to dominate the semiconductor industry. This probe, conducted under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, aims to assess whether China's market interventions unfairly disadvantage U.S. commerce and undermine global competition.

In this blog, we will answer the following questions:

• What is Section 301, and why is it important?

• What are the key concerns about China’s semiconductor policies?

• How does this impact the U.S. semiconductor industry?

Want to read more?

Subscribe to customsmanager.info to keep reading this exclusive post.

Subscribe Now