China adds 14 EU entities to export control restricted list for dual-use items
Date of publication: July 28, 2026.
China's Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) has issued Announcement No. 30 of 2026, placing 14 European Union entities on its export control list for dual-use items pursuant to the Export Control Law of the People's Republic of China and the Regulations of the People's Republic of China on Export Control of Dual-Use Items, in order to safeguard national security and interests and fulfill non-proliferation obligations.
The new measures place 14 EU entities on China's export-control restricted list and impose the following dual-use item restrictions:
- Inclusion of 14 EU entities, including Lafert S.p.A., in China's export control list for dual-use items
- A prohibition on Chinese export operators exporting dual-use items to these 14 entities
- A prohibition on foreign organizations and individuals transferring or supplying PRC-origin dual-use items to these 14 entities
- An immediate cessation requirement for any ongoing related activities involving the listed entities
- A licensing mechanism under which, in special circumstances where exports are deemed necessary, exporters must apply to MOFCOM for authorization
Trade measures:
The announcement establishes export prohibitions and control measures on dual-use items destined for the 14 listed EU entities, restricting exports from China and onward transfers of PRC-origin dual-use items to these entities, subject only to case-by-case licensing by MOFCOM under special circumstances.
This decision, based on China's Export Control Law and the Dual-Use Items Export Control Regulations, forms part of China's implementation of its national export control regime and its international non-proliferation commitments. The measures take effect from the date of publication of the announcement.
Conclusion
The measures formalize export control restrictions on 14 specified EU entities in relation to dual-use items of PRC origin.
Companies should update their restricted party screening and export control procedures to reflect the new designations and associated licensing and prohibition requirements.
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