Implementing jurisdictions
15 Jul 2025
United States of America: Commerce Department initiates a Section 232 investigation into the national security implications of importing unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and their parts and components
In July 2025, the US Department of Commerce launched a Section 232 investigation into the national security implications of importing unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and their parts and components.
Policies
2 Policies
Affected sectors
10 Sectors affected
Affected products
32 Products affected
15 Jul 2025
United States of America: Commerce Department initiates a Section 232 investigation into the national security implications of importing polysilicon and its derivatives
In July 2025, the US Department of Commerce launched a Section 232 investigation into the national security implications of importing polysilicon and its derivatives.
Policies
2 Policies
Affected sectors
3 Sectors affected
Affected products
5 Products affected
14 Jul 2025
Malaysia: Restriction on export, transit and transhipment of Advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) chips and related technologies
In July 2025, Malaysia's Strategic Trade Controller issued Directive No. 1/2025, requiring a licence for the export, transit and transhipment of Advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) Chips as well as related technologies.
Policies
1 Policy
Affected sectors
4 Sectors affected
Affected products
10 Products affected
11 Jul 2025
Japan: JBIC announces a USD 46 million loan agreement with MGC Pure Chemicals America Inc to support the US semiconductor chemicals business of a Japanese company
In July 2025, the Japan Bank for International Cooperation signed a USD 46 million agreement with MGC Pure Chemicals America Inc to support the expansion of the US semiconductor chemicals business of a Japanese company.
Policies
1 Policy
Affected sectors
2 Sectors affected
Affected products
2 Products affected
11 Jul 2025
Russia: Reduction of export duty on corn (16 to 22 July 2025)
In July 2025, the Russian Ministry of Agriculture reduced the export duty on corn applicable between 16 and 22 July 2025.
Policies
1 Policy
Affected sectors
1 Sector affected
Affected products
1 Product affected
11 Jul 2025
SACU: Increase in customs duty rate on wheat and wheaten flour (July 2025)
In July 2025, the South African Revenue Service announced a customs duty increase on wheat and wheaten flour.
Policies
1 Policy
Affected sectors
2 Sectors affected
Affected products
3 Products affected
11 Jul 2025
United States of America: U.S. Administration announces additional duties applicable to the European Union and Mexico from 1 August 2025
In July 2025, the United States of America announced additional duties applicable to the European Union and Mexico from 1 August 2025.
Policies
2 Policies
Affected sectors
174 Sectors affected
Affected products
4524 Products affected
10 Jul 2025
United States of America: U.S. Administration announces 35% tariff on Canadian goods over fentanyl concerns and trade imbalances
In July 2025, the United States announced a 35% tariff on Canadian goods starting August 1, 2025, citing fentanyl-related issues and trade imbalances.
Policies
1 Policy
Affected sectors
0 Sectors affected
Affected products
0 Products affected
10 Jul 2025
United Kingdom: Guarantee and financing for export of air defence missiles to Ukraine
In July 2025, the United Kingdom announced a major defence deal with Ukraine, supported by a GBP 2.5 billion financing guarantee, enabling the delivery of over 5'000 Air Defence missiles.
Policies
1 Policy
Affected sectors
1 Sector affected
Affected products
1 Product affected
09 Jul 2025
China: Export controls on dual-use items to certain Taiwan entities
In July 2025, the Chinese Ministry of Commerce added 8 Taiwanese companies to China's Dual-use Export Control List. The measure enters into force on the day of its publication.
Policies
1 Policy
Affected sectors
50 Sectors affected
Affected products
297 Products affected