Notice of Product Exclusion Extensions: China's Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Technology Transfer, Intellectual Property, and Innovation

Brief takeaway: This notice extends a set of existing Section 301 exclusions that let certain products of China avoid the additional Section 301 duties, so importers of those specific goods may continue to benefit.

What changed: According to the notice, the U.S. Trade Representative determined to extend the 178 current product exclusions previously granted under the Section 301 investigation of China's acts, policies, and practices related to technology transfer, intellectual property, and innovation. The notice states these exclusions were established in prior notices that modified the Section 301 actions.

Who's affected: The notice names products of China (origin CN) covered by the 178 existing exclusions under Section 301. The specific products, HTS codes, and the extension's effective dates are not detailed in the text provided here; the underlying exclusion lists and prior notices define the exact scope.

What to review:
- Review whether your imported goods match any of the 178 extended exclusions as described in the referenced Federal Register notice and its annex.
- Confirm the effective dates and expiration of the extended exclusions with your customs broker before relying on them.
- Check the exact HTS classifications and product descriptions against the official exclusion list, since eligibility is product-specific.
- Confirm with your broker how any applicable exclusion should be reported to CBP.

This is general information, not legal advice and not a compliance determination — confirm specifics with a licensed customs broker or trade counsel.