China eased tariffs on certain US semiconductors due to its reliance on these imports to support its struggling tech sector amid the trade war, reflecting concerns about the prolonged conflict's impact on critical Chinese industries.

At least eight integrated circuit (IC)-related semiconductor products are exempted from China's retaliatory tariffs, though memory chips, particularly those made by US company Micron Technology, remain subject to tariffs.

China's customs authorities have not issued any public notice regarding the tariff exemptions, and a related report from Caijing was removed from its website and official WeChat channel shortly after publication.

Despite easing some tariffs, China denies ongoing trade talks and insists the US must cancel its unilateral tariffs before formal negotiations can begin, maintaining a firm stance amidst the trade war.

Yes, the US recently granted exemptions on electronics such as smartphones, laptops, memory chips, and display panels from its 145% tariffs on Chinese imports, suggesting some reciprocal easing amid tensions.