The United States will impose restrictions on the purchase of certain Chinese semiconductors for government use

The United States Tightens Control Over Semiconductor Imports from China

*Business Korea* reports that attempts by Chinese companies to obtain export permits for semiconductors into China continue, but they are facing increased scrutiny from U.S. authorities.

Starting in December of next year (2027), the U.S. government will prohibit the purchase of certain chips and components from Chinese manufacturers for governmental purposes.

Who Sets the Restrictions
- The Federal Acquisition Regulation Board (FAR) – an agency that regulates the federal procurement market, which has a turnover of about $850 billion per year.
- FAR has already applied its authority to suppliers from China.

What Will Be Prohibited
From December 23, 2027, the following will be banned:

Why It Matters
- The shortage of memory chips has forced U.S. electronics manufacturers (Apple, Dell) to look for suppliers in China.
- U.S. regulators view these purchases as a national security risk:
- They do not want to depend on Chinese components for government systems.
- The issue is less about spyware and more about controlling critically important technologies.

Conclusion
The new restrictions will take effect on December 23, 2027, affecting key Chinese companies whose products are currently in demand in the U.S. market. This is a U.S. step toward reducing dependence on China in high‑technology fields and strengthening national security.