Chinese drone maker DJI may lose access to US market

Chinese drone manufacturer DJI could lose access to the U.S. market by late 2025. 

Starting December 23, the import of the company’s products will be banned in the United States, The Verge reports.

The decision is officially justified on national security grounds. DJI is suspected of cooperating with Chinese authorities and potentially transmitting data collected by its devices.

Critics argue that the ban is also aimed at creating a more favorable environment for American manufacturers. They note that DJI has supplied the U.S. market with affordable, high-quality products that are in demand, including for businesses such as agriculture.

Even before the ban takes effect, the U.S. Customs Service has been blocking DJI shipments, citing the use of forced labor. Many models have already disappeared from stores. Meanwhile, DJI is attempting to sell products under other brands, including Xtra and Skyrover.

To overturn the decision, relevant agencies must conduct an audit and confirm the “absence of threats.” However, no agency has yet undertaken this task. The publication suggests that President Donald Trump could intervene and strike a deal with DJI, similar to the TikTok agreement.

By Khagan Isayev