The USTR is seeking public input on the design of a proposed US-China Board of Trade and on non-sensitive products that could be candidates for tariff modifications, as the two countries move to formalise a mechanism for managing bilateral trade.

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The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) announced a public consultation on 2 June 2026 regarding the development of a new government-to-government mechanism—a US-China Board of Trade—intended to manage bilateral trade between the US and China on an ongoing basis.

Public comment is also being sought on specific types of non-sensitive products that could potentially benefit from tariff modifications on each side with the objective of achieving balance and reciprocity in our trade relationship.

“Under President Trump’s leadership, the United States and China have established a Board of Trade to ensure that trade with China is more balanced and beneficial for Americans,” said Ambassador Greer. “The Trump Administration will work with stakeholders to identify non-sensitive goods trade that can deliver results for American farmers, ranchers, fishermen, small businesses, manufacturers, and workers. We welcome comments from interested parties on effective ways to facilitate mutually beneficial trade with China while continuing to use tariffs to defend American economic and national security and promote balanced and reciprocal trade.”

The deadline for submission of comments is 10 July 2026.

Any rebuttals or responses to those comments may be submitted to a separate public docket by 27 July 2026.