Notice of Proposed Modification of Action in Section 301 Investigation of China's Targeting the Maritime, Logistics, and Shipbuilding Sectors for Dominance
USTR Section 301 action · Action modification
USTR requests written comments regarding potential modification of certain aspects of the trade action in connection with the Section 301 investigation of China's targeting of the maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors for dominance. The U.S. Trade Representative has determined to propose that it is appropriate to modify the action by: for Annex III, providing for a targeted coverage provision pertaining to vessels in the Maritime Security Program and changing the basis of the fee to net tons; and for Annex IV, eliminating paragraph (j), retroactive to April 17, 2025, under which USTR may direct the suspension of LNG export licenses until the terms of paragraph (f) of this Annex are met. USTR also seeks comments on changing the data reporting requirements in paragraph (k) and applying Annex IV restrictions to vessel owners or operators.
Frequently asked questions
What does Federal Register notice 2025-10660 — Notice of Proposed Modification of Action in Section 301 Investigation of China's Targeting the Maritime, Logistics… — require?
“USTR requests written comments regarding potential modification of certain aspects of the trade action in connection with the Section 301 investigation of China's targeting of the maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding sectors for dominance. The U.S. Trade Representative has determined to propose that it is appropriate to modify the action by: for Annex III, providing for a targeted coverage provision pertaining to vessels in the Maritime Security Program and changing the basis of the fee to net tons; and for Annex IV, eliminating paragraph (j), retroactive to April 17, 2025, under which USTR may direct the suspension of LNG export licenses until the terms of paragraph (f) of this Annex are met. USTR also seeks comments on changing the data reporting requirements in paragraph (k) and applying Annex IV restrictions to vessel owners or operators.” Importers affected by this action should treat the full Federal Register text as authoritative before making entry or pricing decisions.
Who issued notice 2025-10660 and when does it take effect?
The Office of the United States Trade Representative issued notice 2025-10660. It was published on 12 Jun 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 2025-10660?
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.