Notice of Determination Pursuant to Section 301: China's Targeting of the Maritime, Logistics, and Shipbuilding Sectors for Dominance
USTR Section 301 action · Determination
The U.S. Trade Representative has determined that China's targeting of the maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors for dominance is actionable under section 301.
Frequently asked questions
What does Federal Register notice 2025-01540 — Notice of Determination Pursuant to Section 301: China's Targeting of the Maritime, Logistics, and Shipbuilding… — require?
“The U.S. Trade Representative has determined that China's targeting of the maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors for dominance is actionable under section 301.” Importers affected by this action should treat the full Federal Register text as authoritative before making entry or pricing decisions.
Who issued notice 2025-01540 and when does it take effect?
The Office of the United States Trade Representative issued notice 2025-01540. It was published on 23 Jan 2025; the notice states no single effective date, so the Federal Register text governs timing. Classified as a notice under the China Maritime, Logistics & Shipbuilding matter.
Where can I verify notice 2025-01540?
The authoritative text is the Federal Register document itself, reachable via the Source link on this page. ExportSonar mirrors metadata only (snapshot fetched 18 Oct 2026, 01:46 UTC); when the two differ, the Federal Register record wins.