CRS IF12958, §301 and China - Mature-Node Semiconductors (Updated Aug 2026)

The Congressional Research Service published an In Focus report (IF12958) summarizing USTR's §301 investigation into China's policies targeting the semiconductor industry for dominance, focusing on mature-node (legacy) chips and silicon carbide substrates. USTR determined PRC practices actionable in December 2025 but proposed a 0% tariff rate until June 2027 pending a potential trade deal. The report outlines...