# BIS final rule revises license review policy for certain advanced computing commodities to China and Macau

## Description

BIS amended the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to revise the license review policy for exports of certain advanced computing commodities to China and Macau. The change shifts review from a “presumption of denial” to “case-by-case” for specified items when stated conditions are met (e.g., exporter certifications and supporting data/assurances referenced in the rule). Compliance teams should reassess licensing strategy, internal documentation/certification workflows, and transaction screening for applicable ECCNs/transactions involving China and Macau under the updated review policy.

## Sources

- Official [Revision to License Review Policy for Advanced Computing Commodities](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/01/15/2026-00789/revision-to-license-review-policy-for-advanced-computing-commodities)  
- Official [2026-00789.pdf (Federal Register PDF)](https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/FR-2026-01-15/pdf/2026-00789.pdf)