On Feb. 14, 2025, US BIS issued correcting amendment in federal register; revised Export control classification no. (ECCN) 3A090 to correct license requirement added.
Effective Feb. 11, 2025; comments on correction must be received by Mar. 14, 2025.
On Jan. 16, US BIS revised EAR re integrated circuits due diligence.
US BIS issued interim final rule revising Export Administration Regulations (EAR) with additional due diligence procedures re advanced computing integrated circuits (ICs).
Also revises EAR to clarify previously issued advanced computing and semiconductor manufacturing export controls, including extending comment period, see #235371.
Previous export controls designed to prevent malicious actors in People's Republic of China and elsewhere from obtaining critical technology that could threaten US security.
This interim final rule updates the EAR to enhance the effectiveness of these controls.
Addresses common request for more detailed guidance on how to conduct due diligence to confirm that an IC does not exceed the EAR performance thresholds.
Focuses on providing front-end fabricators with objective, bright-line rules to assist in better identifying transactions with potential risk for diversion contrary to US interests.
Enhances due diligence procedures to ensure new customers are vetted by front-end fabricators prior to providing ICs that may meet advanced computing control levels.
Improves reporting for transactions involving newer customers with heightened risk.
Assists foundries and outsourced semiconductor assembly and test companies in complying with EAR provisions concerning advanced computing ICs in supply chain.
Effectiveness
The effective date of this rule is Jan. 16, 2025; exporters, re-exporters, and in-country transferors are not required to comply with new requirements until Jan. 31, 2025.
Consultation
Comments must be received on the interim final rule on or before Mar. 14, 2025
Feb. 2025 Fed Reg Correction
On Feb. 14, 2025, US BIS issued correcting amendment in federal register; revised Export control classification no. (ECCN) 3A090 to correct license requirement added.
Effective Feb. 11, 2025; comments on correction must be received by Mar. 14, 2025.
