Is China subject to OFAC sanctions?

China is not comprehensively sanctioned but has targeted designations.

What is the sanctions risk level for China?

China is rated Medium-High risk for sanctions compliance purposes. This rating is based on the scope and severity of active OFAC sanctions programs targeting china or its nationals.

Should AI agents screen payments to China?

Yes, standard OFAC SDN screening applies to all payments regardless of jurisdiction.

How often is this risk rating updated?

Risk ratings are reviewed quarterly and after major sanctions developments. China's rating was last reviewed on 2026-08-09.

By SanctionsAI team · Updated 2026-08-09

China sanctions risk rating

China is subject to targeted sanctions on specific entities and individuals related to human rights abuses, military-civil fusion, and fentanyl. Not comprehensively sanctioned.

Risk rating: Medium-High · Sanctions type: Targeted
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Risk factors

Uyghur Human Rights Policy Act designations
Military-civil fusion entity list
Chinese military companies (NS-CMIC)
Fentanyl-related designations
Hong Kong autonomy sanctions

Detailed assessment

China is NOT comprehensively sanctioned. Targeted sanctions address specific concerns: human rights abuses in Xinjiang (UFLPA, EO 13959), military-civil fusion (NS-CMIC list), fentanyl trafficking, and Hong Kong autonomy erosion. Most trade with China is permitted. Compliance teams should screen counterparties against the SDN list and NS-CMIC list.

Screening recommendations

Screening action	Priority
Screen all counterparties against OFAC SDN list	Standard
Enhanced due diligence on beneficial ownership	Recommended
Screen transaction routes for sanctioned jurisdictions	Recommended
Monitor for evasion patterns (shell companies, TBML)	Recommended

For AI agents: Screen all payments connected to China against OFAC SDN. Standard compliance controls apply.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is China subject to OFAC sanctions?: China is not comprehensively sanctioned but has targeted designations.
What is the sanctions risk level for China?: China is rated Medium-High risk for sanctions compliance purposes. This rating is based on the scope and severity of active OFAC sanctions programs targeting china or its nationals.
Should AI agents screen payments to China?: Yes, standard OFAC SDN screening applies to all payments regardless of jurisdiction.
How often is this risk rating updated?: Risk ratings are reviewed quarterly and after major sanctions developments. China's rating was last reviewed on 2026-08-09.

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