Initiation of Section 301 Investigations of Acts, Policies, and Practices of Various Economies Related to the Failure To Impose and Effectively Enforce a Prohibition on the Importation of Goods Produced With Forced Labor
USTR Section 301 action · Investigation initiation
The U.S. Trade Representative (Trade Representative) is initiating investigations with respect to acts, policies, and practices of the economies listed in Annex A of this notice related to the failure to impose and effectively enforce a prohibition on the importation of goods produced with forced labor. USTR is seeking public comments in connection with these investigations and will hold public hearings.
Frequently asked questions
What does Federal Register notice 2026-05151 — Initiation of Section 301 Investigations of Acts, Policies, and Practices of Various Economies Related to the Failure… — require?
“The U.S. Trade Representative (Trade Representative) is initiating investigations with respect to acts, policies, and practices of the economies listed in Annex A of this notice related to the failure to impose and effectively enforce a prohibition on the importation of goods produced with forced labor. USTR is seeking public comments in connection with these investigations and will hold public hearings.” Importers affected by this action should treat the full Federal Register text as authoritative before making entry or pricing decisions.
Who issued notice 2026-05151 and when does it take effect?
The Office of the United States Trade Representative issued notice 2026-05151. It was published on 17 Mar 2026; the notice states no single effective date, so the Federal Register text governs timing. Classified as a notice under the Multi-Economy Structural Practices matter.
Where can I verify notice 2026-05151?
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.