Request for Comments on the Scope and Operation of a Mechanism To Promote Reciprocal Managed Trade With China
USTR Section 301 action · Comment request
USTR invites comments from interested parties to inform the development of negotiations with China aimed at optimizing bilateral trade in non-sensitive products in order to promote reciprocity and balance in the U.S.-China trade relationship. In particular, comment is sought on the types of non-sensitive products that would benefit from favorable tariff modifications by both sides, and considerations around the design of a new government-to-government mechanism--a U.S.-China Board of Trade--to manage bilateral trade optimization on an ongoing basis.
Frequently asked questions
What does Federal Register notice 2026-11291 — Request for Comments on the Scope and Operation of a Mechanism To Promote Reciprocal Managed Trade With China — require?
“USTR invites comments from interested parties to inform the development of negotiations with China aimed at optimizing bilateral trade in non-sensitive products in order to promote reciprocity and balance in the U.S.-China trade relationship. In particular, comment is sought on the types of non-sensitive products that would benefit from favorable tariff modifications by both sides, and considerations around the design of a new government-to-government mechanism--a U.S.-China Board of Trade--to manage bilateral trade optimization on an ongoing basis.” Importers affected by this action should treat the full Federal Register text as authoritative before making entry or pricing decisions.
Who issued notice 2026-11291 and when does it take effect?
The Office of the United States Trade Representative issued notice 2026-11291. It was published on 05 Jun 2026; the notice states no single effective date, so the Federal Register text governs timing. Classified as a notice under the Other Section 301 Actions matter.
Where can I verify notice 2026-11291?
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.