🩺Notice for Public Comments on Section 232 Investigation of Medical Imports
Notice of Request for Public Comments on Section 232 National Security Investigation of Imports of Personal Protective Equipment, Medical Consumables, and Medical Equipment, Including Devices
Summary
On September 2, 2025, the Secretary of Commerce initiated an investigation to determine the effects on the national security of imports of personal protective equipment (PPE), medical consumables, and medical equipment including devices. This investigation has been initiated under section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended (Section 232). Interested parties are invited to submit written comments, data, analyses, or other information pertinent to the investigation to the Department of Commerce's (Department) Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), Office of Strategic Industries and Economic Security. This notice identifies issues on which the Department is especially interested in obtaining the public's views.
Agencies
- Commerce Department
- Industry and Security Bureau
Business Impact
$$$ - High
The notice solicits public comments regarding a Section 232 investigation that could lead to changes in import regulations of PPE and medical equipment, significantly impacting relevant businesses. Insights gathered could affect compliance and regulatory obligations, trade agreements, and market dynamics, making it crucial for affected businesses to engage.