# DHS Adds Chinese Genomics Firms to UFLPA List

On October 29, 2026, DHS, acting for the Forced Labor Enforcement Task Force, added BGI Genomics, MGI Tech, and Shenzhen BGI Technology to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act Entity List. From that date, CBP presumes goods produced by these entities are prohibited from entering the United States unless importers meet the law’s rebuttal requirements. Government buyers and contractors sourcing genomics, biotechnology, instruments, reagents, or genetic materials should assess whether their supply chains include listed entities and establish sourcing traceability relevant to any affected imports.

- Procurement teams should review supplier and product origins for goods produced by the three listed entities, including through intermediaries.
- Importers of affected goods must meet the UFLPA rebuttal requirements to overcome the presumption of prohibition; the action may affect sourcing, delivery, and availability for government programs.
- Contractors can use supplier due diligence and traceability checks to identify exposure in genomics and biotechnology supply chains before committing to purchases.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Healthcare
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** October 28, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- Forced Labor Enforcement Task Force (FLETF)
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)

### Vendors
- BGI Genomics Co., Ltd. (UFLPA Entity List designee)
- MGI Tech Co., Ltd. (UFLPA Entity List designee)
- Shenzhen BGI Technology Co., Ltd. (BGI Group) (UFLPA Entity List designee)

### Key Quotes
> Today, DHS is barring three Chinese DNA testing companies from allowing their goods to enter the United States unless importers can meet the law’s requirements.
> — Markwayne Mullin, Secretary of Homeland Security

### Sources
- [Under President Trump, DHS Blocks Chinese Genomics Companies Linked to Forced Labor | Homeland Security](https://www.dhs.gov/news/2026/10/28/under-president-trump-dhs-blocks-chinese-genomics-companies-linked-forced-labor) - DHS