The DJI drone ban has not yet occurred, but the purchase of the latest DJI Mini 5 Pro is restricted in the US. Here's the reasoning behind this decision.
The much-anticipated DJI Mini 5 Pro, a 50MP drone, was announced on September 17, 2022. However, the official dealer currently offering this product in the USA is DJI's own official store and authorized retailers such as Amazon, which provide Prime shipping and fast availability.
Interestingly, the DJI Mini 5 Pro is not available for purchase on DJI's US webstore, and this has caused concern among American drone pilots. A "customs-related misunderstanding" is causing delays in the availability of DJI drones in the US, as the issue is tied to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Law, which requires US Customs to assume that products made in Xinjiang, China are made using forced labor.
Despite the challenges, DJI remains committed to the US market and is working to resolve the issue. The company has stated that stock availability issues are not related to the security review legislation that requires China-based drone brands, including DJI, to pass a security review before the end of 2025.
In the meantime, there has been a spike in US users searching for alternatives to DJI, such as "DJI Canada," "DJI Mexico," and "Best Buy Canada," on the morning of the DJI Mini 5 Pro launch. Some retailers still have stock of older DJI models, but the DJI Mini 4 Pro is currently listed on Adorama for more than $200 higher than the original list price.
For those seeking alternatives, the article provides recommendations for non-DJI drones and a list of the best camera drones. Amazon US lists the DJI Mavic 4 Pro as out of stock, adding to the concerns about the lack of stock and failure to bring new models to the US market.
DJI has expressed concern about the delay in starting the security review, as the legislation did not specify who would conduct the review or what would happen if the review process didn't start before the deadline. The proposed DJI ban that was discussed in US legislation last year did not pass, but new legislation followed that imposed these requirements.
An official statement from a DJI representative has been included in this article to provide further insights into the situation. DJI has also confirmed that they do not manufacture any products nor source materials from Xinjiang, China.
As the situation unfolds, drone enthusiasts and professionals in the USA are keeping a close eye on developments regarding the DJI Mini 5 Pro and the wider implications for the drone industry.
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