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US Probes Imports of Drones and Critical Material in Chips and Solar Panels
UNITED STATES, JUL 14 – The US Commerce Department launched probes on drone and polysilicon imports under Section 232 to evaluate national security risks, possibly leading to new tariffs.
- On July 1, 2025, the US Commerce Department initiated Section 232 probes examining whether the entry of drones and polysilicon into the country poses national security concerns.
- The probes follow a pattern of prior actions under Section 232, a law used by previous administrations to impose tariffs on steel and aluminum imports.
- The investigations focus on Chinese companies like DJI and Autel, evaluate supply chain security, subsidized pricing, and the effect on domestic drone industries.
- Following the July 16 Federal Register notice, a 21-day period for public comments was initiated, after which the commerce secretary is allotted up to 270 days to deliver findings and recommendations to the president.
- The probe may lead to tariffs, quotas, or bans that could reshape US drone markets and create growth opportunities for domestic manufacturers.
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US probes imports on drones and a raw material used in chips and solar panels
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US launches national security probe into DJI, Autel drones
The US Commerce Department has officially opened a Section 232 national security investigation into the import of drones and their components, a move that could significantly reshape the American drone industry and limit the future of major Chinese players like DJI and Autel Robotics. more…
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