Chips shortage averted? Netherlands invokes availability act

Chips Shortage Averted? Netherlands Invokes Goods Availability Act

The Netherlands has activated the Goods Availability Act to guarantee the steady production and distribution of critical semiconductor chips produced by Nexperia, a Dutch chip manufacturer.

Government Measures and Trade Developments

This decision follows a trade agreement between China and the U.S., allowing Nexperia's Chinese facilities to resume chip exports, reinstating the global supply of key legacy semiconductor components.

"Given the constructive nature of our talks with the Chinese authorities, the Netherlands trusts that the supply of chips from China to Europe and the rest of the world will reach Nexperia’s customers over the coming days," said Minister Vincent Karremans.

Details on the Invocation of the Goods Availability Act

On 6 November 2025, the Dutch Minister of Economic Affairs invoked the Goods Availability Act (Wbg). This legal action highlights the government's dedication to ensuring a consistent supply of essential goods, especially those produced by Nexperia.

The measure aims to prevent any supply disruptions that could make Nexperia’s finished and semi-finished products unavailable during emergencies.

Previously, this Act was also employed on 12 October 2025 to safeguard critical supply chains.

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Minister Karremans: "The Netherlands trusts that the supply of chips from China will reach Nexperia’s customers over the coming days."

Summary: The Netherlands' invocation of the Goods Availability Act secures the uninterrupted supply of crucial chips from Nexperia amid improved trade relations between China and the U.S.

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