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BIS final rule revises license review policy for certain advanced computing commodities to China and Macau
EAR USU.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and SecurityUS, China, Macau
Announced
Jan 15, 2026
Implementation
Jan 15, 2026
Description
BIS amended the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to revise the license review policy for exports of certain advanced computing commodities to China and Macau. The change shifts review from a “presumption of denial” to “case-by-case” for specified items when stated conditions are met (e.g., exporter certifications and supporting data/assurances referenced in the rule). Compliance teams should reassess licensing strategy, internal documentation/certification workflows, and transaction screening for applicable ECCNs/transactions involving China and Macau under the updated review policy.