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GIANT ban in the USA<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n

25 September 2025<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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Giant, the world's largest bicycle manufacturer, warned Thursday of delays in shipments to the United States after US customs announced a surprise import ban due to unspecified forced labor allegations.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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CNN article<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n

On Wednesday, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued a detention order for Giant bicycles, their parts, and accessories manufactured in Taiwan following an investigation into the bicycle manufacturing giant that revealed indicators of forced labor.<\/p>\n

Giant told CNN that it would file a petition to request the rescission of the order, adding that it had been unaware of a U.S. investigation into its activities. It stated that it would cooperate with CBP.<\/p>\n

The U.S. border agency stated that its investigation identified vulnerability abuse, abusive working and living conditions, debt bondage, wage withholding, and excessive overtime. It did not provide further details or evidence of Giant's alleged forced labor practice.<\/p>\n

\u00abGiant took advantage of the imposition of such abuses, which resulted in goods produced below market value and deprived American businesses of millions of dollars in unfairly earned profits, the agency said in a statement on Wednesday.<\/p>\n

Giant stated that it had not been approached for comment as part of the CBP investigation.<\/p>\n

\u00abAs far as we know, there have been no investigations, interviews, site visits, or formal requests for information from US authorities,\u00bb Ken Li, a spokesperson for Giant Group, told CNN. \u00abAt this stage, we have not yet had any direct engagement with them.\u00bb<\/p>\n

\u00abThe Giant Group is firmly committed to upholding human rights and labor protection,\u00bb it stated in a press release.<\/p>\n

He added that he had put in place internal mechanisms and third-party audits to ensure compliance with international standards.<\/p>\n

The order came as bilateral relations between Taiwan and the United States are being tested by President Donald Trump's global tariff offensive, with tariff negotiations underway.<\/p>\n

When asked by CNN if Giant believed the CBP order was linked to ongoing tariff negotiations, the spokesperson stated that the company \u00abhas not made any assumptions.\u00bb.<\/p>\n

Giant operates manufacturing plants in Taiwan, China, Vietnam, the Netherlands, and Hungary. However, only shipments from Taiwan would be affected, Giant said.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n

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GIANT Press Release<\/h1><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Press release link: Here<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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On September 24, 2025 (U.S. Eastern Time), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) issued a Withhold Release Order (WRO) on products manufactured at Giant Group's Taiwan manufacturing facility, suspending the import of bicycles, bicycle parts, and bicycle components into the United States.<\/p>\n

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In response, Giant Group has released the following statement:<\/p>\n

1. Company position<\/p>\n

The Giant Group is firmly committed to upholding human rights and labor protection, and has taken the following concrete measures:<\/p>\n

Since January 2025, we have fully implemented a zero-recruitment-fee policy, under which all recruitment, agency, and government-related fees for newly hired migrant workers are entirely covered by the company.
By the end of 2024, we completed the modernization of employee housing, thereby offering a safer and more comfortable living environment.<\/p>\n

2. Active response<\/p>\n

Giant Group has implemented internal supervision mechanisms and third-party audits, and continues to exercise due diligence to ensure compliance with international standards. We will contact CBP to file a petition requesting the revocation of the WRO and to explain that the company has already adopted appropriate measures.<\/p>\n

3. The impact<\/p>\n

The WRO applies only to products manufactured in Taiwan and exported to the United States. Sourcing and sales in other markets are not affected. In the short term, certain shipments to the United States may experience delays or inspections. However, the company has activated emergency measures and plans to work closely with CBP and is working closely with business partners to minimize the impact.<\/p>\n

4. Transparency and continuous communication<\/p>\n

The Giant Group remains committed to protecting labor rights through concrete actions and ensuring transparent, fair, and sustainable development. The Group will continually provide timely updates and maintain open communication with global stakeholders to foster a responsible and resilient industry environment.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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