China on Monday announced the addition of 10 U.S. companies, including Aveox, to its export control list, citing national security concerns and compliance with international non-proliferation obligations. The decision was made under China’s export control law and regulations governing the export of dual-use items—goods, software, and technology that can be used for both civilian and military purposes.

According to a statement from the Chinese Ministry of Commerce, the new restrictions prohibit export operators from shipping dual-use items to the designated U.S. entities. The restrictions extend to individuals and organizations internationally, barring them from transferring or providing China-origin dual-use goods to these companies. The ministry also directed that any ongoing export activities involving the affected entities be suspended immediately.

In a related move, China issued a separate notice forbidding government procurement agencies from purchasing products manufactured by 46 specified U.S. companies, including major defense contractors Lockheed Martin Corporation and Raytheon Missiles and Defense. Under this policy, government entities engaged in procurement activities are barred from buying goods made by the listed American firms.

Chinese officials framed these measures as necessary to protect the country’s national security interests and to meet its international responsibilities. The announcements mark a notable escalation in Beijing’s export control and procurement policies targeting U.S. businesses amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.

The U.S. government and affected companies have not immediately responded to the latest restrictions. Observers note that such export controls and procurement bans could exacerbate trade and technology disputes between the two countries, potentially affecting industries involved in defense, aerospace, and dual-use technologies.