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International trade · 10/16/2026

Certain Semiconductor Devices, Products Containing Same, and Components Thereof; Notice of Commission Determination Not To Review an Initial Determination To Amend the Complaint and Notice of Investigation

The U.S. International Trade Commission has decided not to review an initial determination by an administrative law judge to amend the complaint and notice of investigation, in a case involving Glo and other companies.

Original source language · Federal Register — International Trade CommissionRead summary →

Business · 9/24/2026

EPA Submits Information Collection Request for NESHAP for Semiconductor Manufacturing for Review and Approval

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted an information collection request (ICR), NESHAP for Semiconductor Manufacturing (EPA ICR Number 2042.09, OMB Control Number 2060-0519), to the Office of Management and Budget for review and approval, seeking public comment on the renewal of the regulation.

Original source language · Federal Register — Environmental Protection AgencyRead summary →

International trade · 9/24/2026

Rochester Electronics, LLC Seeks Approval for Semiconductor Production in Foreign-Trade Zone 27 in Newburyport, Massachusetts

Rochester Electronics, LLC has submitted a notification to the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zone Board for approval of a proposed production activity involving semiconductor products at its facility in Newburyport, Massachusetts, located within Foreign-Trade Zone 27.

Original source language · Federal Register — Department of CommerceRead summary →

International trade · 9/14/2026

Taiwan Unveils Medium- and Long-Term Offshore Wind Power Development Roadmap to Steadily Expand Green Electricity Supply for Industry

Taiwan aims to increase its green electricity supply by developing a medium- and long-term offshore wind power roadmap, driven by the growing demand from its semiconductor, AI, and high-tech industries, which is projected to rise by 2.5% annually from 2026 to 2035.

Original source language · Taiwan Ministry of Economic Affairs — What's NewRead summary →

Innovation & intellectual property · 9/3/2026

MOEA Showcases 29 Key Technology Innovations at SEMICON Taiwan 2026

The MOEA Technology Pavilion, organized by the Department of Industrial Technology (DoIT) under the Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA), showcased 29 key technology innovations at SEMICON Taiwan 2026. MOEA partnered with Tong Hsing and Alliance Material to advance CoPoS packaging and power semiconductors for global supply chains.

Original source language · Taiwan Ministry of Economic Affairs — What's NewRead summary →

International trade · 8/27/2026

Nitto Denko (Taiwan) Corp Completes NT$4.483 Billion Kaohsiung Plant, a Major Milestone in the Semiconductor Supply Chain

Nitto Denko (Taiwan) Corp, a leading manufacturer of high-performance materials for the semiconductor industry, has completed its NT$4.483 billion Kaohsiung Plant, marking a significant achievement in the company's operations in Taiwan, which spans over five decades.

Original source language · Taiwan Ministry of Economic Affairs — What's NewRead summary →

International trade · 8/6/2026

Ascentec Engineering, LLC Proposes Production of Semiconductor Equipment Precision Parts in Foreign-Trade Zone 45

Ascentec Engineering, LLC has submitted a notification to the U.S. Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) Board to establish a production facility in FTZ 45, focusing on semiconductor equipment precision parts, assemblies, and production kits in locations including Tualatin and Dallas, Oregon.

Original source language · Federal Register — Department of CommerceRead summary →

International trade · 7/20/2026

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. Proposes Production Activity in Foreign-Trade Zone 93 for High Purity Gases in Semiconductor Manufacturing

Linde Gas & Equipment Inc. has submitted a notification to the U.S. government to establish a production activity in Foreign-Trade Zone 93, located in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, for the manufacturing of high purity gases used in the semiconductor industry.

Original source language · Federal Register — Department of CommerceRead summary →

Energy & environment · 5/26/2026

Phasedown of Hydrofluorocarbons: Reconsideration of Certain Regulatory Requirements Promulgated Under the Technology Transitions Provisions of the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is finalizing changes to regulations under the Technology Transitions provision of the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020, addressing various refrigeration and air conditioning subsectors and allowing inventory of manufactured equipment.

Original source language · Federal Register — Environmental Protection AgencyRead summary →

International trade · 5/22/2026

Essai, Inc. Proposes Production of Semiconductor Test Equipment in FTZ 75

Essai, Inc., a company based in Chandler, Arizona, has submitted a notification to Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 75 regarding a proposed production activity for semiconductor test equipment. The company aims to establish a manufacturing facility within the FTZ to produce this specialized equipment.

Original source language · Federal Register — Department of CommerceRead summary →

International trade · 5/12/2026

U.S. International Trade Commission Finds Violation of Section 337 in Certain Semiconductor Devices and Products Containing the Same Investigation

The U.S. International Trade Commission has found a violation of section 337 in an investigation involving Certain Semiconductor Devices and Products Containing the Same. The Commission has issued a limited exclusion order and cease and desist orders against the respondents.

Original source language · Federal Register — International Trade CommissionRead summary →

Innovation & intellectual property · 4/29/2026

7th Presidential Innovation Award Winners Unveiled, Cross-Domain Innovation Drives National Resilience

Taiwan's top innovation award, the Presidential Innovation Award, honored five recipients, including Realtek Semiconductor, One-Forty, and individuals Chu-Chen Hsiao and Jung-Der Wang, and Shaw Wu, at a ceremony held at the Presidential Auditorium on April 28.

Original source language · Taiwan Ministry of Economic Affairs — What's NewRead summary →

International trade · 4/29/2026

CHPT Breaks Ground on Third Pingzhen Plant with $1.6 Billion Investment

Taiwan-based semiconductor testing company Chunghwa Precision Test Tech. Co., Ltd. (CHPT) has begun construction on its third facility at the Taoyuan Pingzhen Industrial Park, with a total investment of NT$ 1.6 billion, aimed at expanding its testing capabilities.

Original source language · Taiwan Ministry of Economic Affairs — What's NewRead summary →

International trade · 1/22/2026

Qorvo US, Inc. Seeks Approval for FTZ 39 Production Facility in Richardson, Texas

Qorvo US, Inc. has submitted a notification to the Foreign-Trade Zone (FTZ) 39 in Richardson, Texas, for a proposed production activity involving the manufacturing of semiconductor wafers, modules, and chips. The company aims to establish a new facility in the FTZ to support its growing business needs.

Original source language · Federal Register — Department of CommerceRead summary →

International trade · 12/29/2025

U.S. Trade Representative Imposes Tariffs on Chinese Semiconductors

The U.S. Trade Representative has determined that China's acts, policies, and practices targeting the semiconductor industry are actionable under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, leading to the imposition of tariffs on Chinese semiconductors, starting at 0% and increasing to at least 30% in 18 months.

Original source language · Federal Register — Trade RepresentativeRead summary →

International trade · 12/8/2025

USITC Seeks Public Comments on Semiconductor Devices Investigation

The US International Trade Commission (USITC) is soliciting public comments on a potential violation of Section 337 related to certain semiconductor devices and products, with a deadline of 30 days from the date of publication.

Original source language · Federal Register — International Trade CommissionRead summary →