Decision to implement export controls on tungsten, tellurium, bismuth, molybdenum and indium related items
On February 4, 2025, the Ministry of Commerce and the General Administration of Customs of China announced the implementation of export controls on certain items through the Decision No. 10 of 2025. This decision is based on several existing Chinese laws and regulations, including the Export Control Law, Foreign Trade Law, Customs Law and Regulations on the Export Control of Dual-Use Items. The aim is to safeguard national security and fulfill international non-proliferation obligations.
The controlled items include specific materials and technologies related to tungsten, tellurium, bismuth, molybdenum and indium. Exporters of these items must apply for permission from the relevant authorities. The complete list of materials subject to the controls is as follows:
Tungsten-related items
- Ammonium paratungstate
- Tungsten oxide
- Non-controlled tungsten carbide
- Solid tungsten with specific characteristics
- Tungsten-nickel-iron alloy or tungsten-nickel-copper alloy
- Production technologies and materials for the above items
Tellurium-related items
- Metal tellurium
- Tellurium compounds (cadmium telluride, cadmium zinc telluride, cadmium mercury telluride)
- Production technologies and materials for the above items
Bismuth-related items
Metal bismuth and products
- Bismuth germanate
- Triphenyl bismuth
- Triethoxyphenyl bismuth
- Production technologies and materials for the above items
Molybdenum-related items
- Molybdenum powder
- Production technologies and materials for the above items
Indium-related items
- Indium phosphide
- Trimethylindium
- Triethylindium
- Production technologies and materials for the above items
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