TSMC Secures U.S. Export License for Nanjing Facility Amid Supply Chain Challenges
The U.S. has granted TSMC an annual export license for chip tools to its Nanjing facility, replacing the expired validated end-user status program. This authorization ensures uninterrupted operations at the plant, which contributes 2.4% of TSMC's annual revenue. The license covers all U.S.-controlled tools, eliminating the need for separate vendor applications.
Meanwhile, TSMC faced operational disruptions after an earthquake triggered evacuations at its Hsinchu Science Park campus. The incident highlights the fragility of global semiconductor supply chains, even as major players like TSMC, Samsung, and SK Hynix navigate complex U.S. export controls targeting China's tech development.