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Taiwan's Ministry of Economic Affairs' Foreign Trade Administration announced on October 22 that it has added 343 entities and removed 90 from its list of entities under management for the export of strategic high-tech goods. Exporters must confirm whether their trading partners and goods are subject to regulation and obtain the necessary licenses in accordance with the law. The image illustrates the export and supply chain of high-tech products.

The Ministry of Economic Affairs’ International Trade Administration announced on Oct. 22 that it had updated Taiwan’s list of entities subject to export controls on “strategic high-tech goods,” adding 343 entities and removing 90. The additions involve entities in Iran, Russia, Mexico, the United Arab Emirates, Türkiye and mainland China, among other locations. The authority reminded Taiwan businesses that they must apply for and obtain an export permit before shipping controlled goods to entities listed.

According to Central News Agency report on Oct. 22, the International Trade Administration said the update was made following an interagency review to prevent weapons proliferation and comply with international sanctions. The list is compiled mainly with reference to sanctions and control information from the United Nations Security Council and allied countries. As of the announcement, more than 11,660 entities and individuals were included.

The administration said domestic companies seeking to export controlled strategic high-tech goods to listed entities must apply to the competent authority in advance and obtain an export permit. Customs will also conduct border checks, and shipments may not be cleared if the goods are exported without the required approval.

Strategic high-tech goods export controls primarily cover products and technologies that could be used for military purposes, weapons proliferation or other activities restricted under international rules. Whether a permit is required must be determined according to the goods’ classification, technical specifications, transaction counterparties and applicable regulations. Companies should not assume that all transactions are prohibited solely because the recipient is located in a particular country.

For Taiwan’s technology and manufacturing industries, export controls may increase compliance work involving customer screening, transaction documentation, product classification and supply chain management. Exporters of semiconductor equipment, precision instruments, electronic components and other products covered by control regulations should regularly check the latest list and retain records of customer screening and permit applications.

Companies should also note that additions to or removals from the list may affect existing transaction arrangements. If a customer, end user or intermediary is a controlled entity, businesses should first confirm the applicable regulations and requirements of the competent authority before arranging shipment, to avoid delays or legal risks caused by procedural noncompliance.

The update reflects Taiwan’s continued policy of complying with international export controls and preventing weapons proliferation. Companies should refer to the International Trade Administration’s official announcements and the latest list, and contact the authority when necessary to confirm product classification, licensing conditions and transaction restrictions.