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On March 12, 2025, the U.S. government enacted additional duties on steel and aluminum products under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act. Designed initially to safeguard domestic industries by levying tariffs on steel and aluminum products, the new regulations have significantly broadened the range of covered items. Impacted importers must grasp these intricate requirements to ensure proper duty payments are made and avoid potential penalties.

On November 15, 2024, the Ministry of Commerce of the People's Republic of China, in conjunction with relevant departments, released the "Export Control List of Dual-Use Items of the People's Republic of China," deciding to arrange the controlled items using a coding system, known as China's ECCN, effective from December 1, 2024.

The publication of the List and the control codes provides an essential basis for export operators to apply for export licenses for related items and also facilitates the implementation of administrative licensing and supervision enforcement by the Ministry of Commerce and other departments, ensuring the effective implementation of export control. The detailed content is as follows:

The Commerce Control List (CCL) regulates and limits the export and re-export of specific U.S. goods, technology, and software using Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs). The ten categories under the CCL oversee a wide range of products, including electronics, computers, propulsion systems, and nuclear materials. It's important to note that numerous controlled products may appear harmless at first glance.