The semiconductor "tape-out location is the place of origin" rule is further clarified: interpretation is here: not a new policy

According to the relevant regulations of the General Administration of Customs, the origin of "integrated circuits" is determined based on the four-digit tariff number change principle, meaning that the wafer fabrication site is recognized as the place of origin. In this regard, the China Semiconductor Industry Association suggests that for "integrated circuits," whether packaged or unpackaged, the origin declared during import customs clearance should be based on the location of the "wafer fabrication plant." Reporters noted that after the publication of this document, the market provided various interpretations, some of which were misreadings. An anonymous source from the China Semiconductor Industry Association stated to reporters that the rules regarding the "origin" determination of semiconductor products published on their official platform on April 11 are not the new policy recently released. The source mentioned that China has long been an importing country for integrated circuits, adhering to zero tariffs, and has made significant contributions to the sustainable development and innovation of the global semiconductor industry. However, with the current unilateral disruption of the global trade system, this tweet aims to help the industry reach a unified understanding by clarifying the relevant regulations that the Chinese government has already made clear, and to conduct business in accordance with the rules