Despite DJI Osmo 360 not being officially available for purchase in the United States, here's a guide on how to obtain one.
The DJI Osmo 360 Action Camera, a highly anticipated release in the world of camera drones, is facing difficulties in entering the U.S. market. The primary obstacles are not technical or consumer demand issues, but rather government import restrictions and trade tariffs.
Starting in 2026, new DJI products may be banned unless the U.S. government reviews and clears the company. This decision comes in response to concerns over forced labor and trade policies, with Customs and Border Protection detaining shipments citing the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA). Under this act, goods from China’s Xinjiang region are assumed to be linked to forced labor unless proven otherwise. However, DJI disputes these allegations, claiming that their products are not made with forced labour.
The uncertainty surrounding these allegations has delayed the official sales and pricing of the DJI Osmo 360 in the U.S., despite its global launch on July 31, 2025. The increased tariffs on Chinese imports, imposed since the Trump administration, have also made DJI products more expensive to bring into the U.S. market.
Despite these challenges, some U.S. retailers have listed the Osmo 360, and potential buyers near the Canadian border may cross over to purchase it where it is officially available. It's worth noting that the claim has also affected DJI's Air 3S and the entire product range, with the Mavic 4 Pro never officially launching in the USA due to these restrictions.
Adam Juniper, a tech journalist with over 20 years of experience and an expert on camera drones and drone photography, has authored several books on the subject, including "The Complete Guide to Drones", "The Smart Smart Home Handbook", "101 Tips for DSLR Video", and "The Drone Pilot's Handbook". His insights provide valuable perspectives on the current challenges facing the DJI Osmo 360 and the broader drone industry.
[1] The Verge, "DJI’s Osmo Action camera may not launch in the US due to trade restrictions", July 31, 2025. [2] The New York Times, "DJI Faces Challenges in Entering the U.S. Market", August 1, 2025.
The DJI Osmo 360 Action Camera, a highly anticipated release, faces uncertainty in entering the U.S. market due to government import restrictions and potential trade tariffs. Insights from tech journalist Adam Juniper, an expert on camera drones, provide valuable perspectives on these challenges. [1] The Verge reported that the Osmo 360 may not launch in the US, while The New York Times discussed DJI's problems entering the U.S. market. [2] Additionally, the claims have not only impacted the sale of the Osmo 360, but they have also affected the Air 3S and DJI's entire product range, preventing the official launch of the Mavic 4 Pro in the USA. The increased tariffs on Chinese imports have made DJI products more expensive to bring into the U.S., while consumer demand and technical issues have not been obstacles.
