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Solar Panels Lead U.S. Goods Blocked Under Uyghur Act

2/25/2026

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On February 24, 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection data show solar panels dominate shipments halted under UFLPA.
Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, enacted in 2021, targets goods made with forced labor from Xinjiang.
Solar shipments, from Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand, accounted for 82% of the $3.94 billion in blocked goods, with polysilicon prioritized.
Enforcement declined to $187.7 million in 2025 after $1.78 billion in 2024.

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Story summary

On February 24, 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection data show solar panels dominate shipments halted under UFLPA.
Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act, enacted in 2021, targets goods made with forced labor from Xinjiang.
Solar shipments, from Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand, accounted for 82% of the $3.94 billion in blocked goods, with polysilicon prioritized.
Enforcement declined to $187.7 million in 2025 after $1.78 billion in 2024.