Background of the issue
The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) recently temporarily detained some of DJI’s drones under the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA). In response, DJI strongly denies the allegations and claims that this issue is completely unfounded. We believe that this action by CBP should not affect DJI’s product imports.
UFLPA and DJI’s Position
Under the UFLPA, all goods produced in part or in whole in Xinjiang, as well as goods related to certain companies listed on the “Entity List”, are presumed to use forced labor and are therefore not allowed into the United States. However, DJI has ample evidence of its compliance in this regard, including:
DJI does not manufacture any goods in Xinjiang: We have never had a production facility in Xinjiang and do not source raw materials from the region. All of DJI’s production is conducted in Shenzhen, China (where the company is headquartered) and Malaysia.
DJI is not on the UFLPA Entity List: DJI is not a restricted entity on the UFLPA Entity List.
Compliance with U.S. and International Labor Standards: DJI strictly complies with relevant U.S. laws and regulations, especially Section 307 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. §1307) and 22 U.S.C. §6901, and holds ISO 45001 certification to demonstrate our compliance with occupational health and safety standards.
Responsible global production practices: DJI’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) framework is built around the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and follows the United Nations Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights and the OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Responsible Business Conduct. These all reflect our commitment to responsible global practices.
Strict Supply Chain Audits: DJI’s supply chain is regularly audited by U.S. retailers, and all audits show no evidence of forced labor in our supply chain.
DJI’s Response
To resolve this issue as quickly as possible, DJI is actively working with U.S. Customs to provide relevant documents and evidence to demonstrate our compliance with the UFLPA. We are confident that with sufficient evidence, this issue will be resolved quickly. We believe that a comprehensive assessment based on facts will help clarify misunderstandings.
DJI’s Commitment to the U.S. Market
DJI has always been committed to providing high-quality products to the global market, especially in the U.S. market. We are well aware that product quality and ethical production are not only the foundation of corporate success, but also part of our social responsibility. Whether through strict supply chain management or through production practices that meet international standards, DJI always adheres to the principles of responsible production.
We will continue to be transparent and keep our partners, customers, and the public updated on the progress in this process.
Conclusion
The current customs issue was caused by a misunderstanding, but DJI has always been firmly committed to complying with U.S. laws and strictly adhering to globally recognized ethical production standards. We are actively handling this issue to ensure that DJI products can continue to enter the US market smoothly and bring high-quality, high-performance drone products to American consumers.
We thank all customers and partners who care about this matter for their understanding and support. DJI will continue to uphold integrity, transparency and responsibility to promote the development of its global business.