The U.S. Customs and Border Protection has prohibited imports of copper and related materials originating from Zijin Serbia, a Serbian subsidiary of Chinese mining company Zijin Mining. This decision stems from findings indicating the use of forced labor within the company’s operations. The ban encompasses all copper, cathodes, wire, and other products derived from Zijin Serbia. U.S. authorities have not publicly detailed the specific evidence supporting the forced labor claims, but cite adherence to federal law prohibiting goods produced with forced labor from entering the country. Zijin Serbia has not yet issued an official response to the import ban. The move reflects increasing U.S. scrutiny of supply chains and a commitment to enforcing labor standards internationally. This ban could significantly impact Zijin Serbia’s export market and potentially disrupt copper supply chains.