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US Customs Blocks DJI Drone Imports Over Forced Labor Concerns

The Chinese drone maker disputes the allegations, citing compliance with US labor laws and standards.

  • DJI reports that US Customs is withholding some of its drones, citing the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA).
  • The company asserts it does not use forced labor and is providing documentation to prove compliance with UFLPA.
  • DJI's latest consumer drone, the Air 3S, is among the products affected by the import restrictions.
  • US lawmakers have raised national security concerns regarding DJI drones, but no official ban is in place yet.
  • The US House passed a bill to block DJI drones, but the Senate has not yet approved it, leaving the legislation in limbo.
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