ASML DENIES EUV LITHOGRAPHY SYSTEM REACHED CHINA

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FRI, JUN 19, 2026

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Dutch chipmaking equipment maker ASML has refuted claims that one of its advanced EUV lithography systems was shipped to China, following questions from U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.

ASML stated it has never delivered an EUV scanner to China, directly contradicting reports that surfaced after Lutnick questioned the company's leadership on the matter. EUV lithography systems are among the most advanced semiconductor manufacturing tools available and remain heavily restricted under U.S. export controls due to national security concerns. The systems are critical for producing the most cutting-edge chips. The denial comes amid heightened scrutiny of technology exports to China and concerns about maintaining U.S. and allied technological advantages. ASML's statement is unequivocal, though it does not provide additional detail on how the claims originated or what prompted Lutnick's inquiry. The company's clarification seeks to address potential misconceptions about its compliance with export restrictions, a growing focal point in U.S.-China tech competition.

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