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policy2026-10-14

China’s overseas auto guideline (商合函〔2026〕451): orderly pricing, no chaotic MSRP swings

MOFCOM/MIIT/SAMR guideline dated 24 Aug 2026 (published 1 Sep): 20 articles on overseas competition and compliance — cost-based pricing, clear trim MSRP ladders, respect dealer pricing rights, transparent promotions, localisation and data/IP rules.

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policy2026-10-08

China 2026: pure-electric passenger cars need an export licence (HS 8703 80 10 90)

MOFCOM/MIIT/GAC/SAMR Announcement No.54 (26 Sep 2025): from 1 Jan 2026, BEVs with VIN under HS 8703801090 need an export licence. Filing stays on the 2012 auto/moto export-order rules; 2026 online window opened 29 Sep 2025.

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