Classification, EAR, Export Controls, ITAR
Determining an item’s classification under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) may be the trickiest aspect of the entire exporting process. It’s also arguably the most important; you can’t determine...
EAR, Export Controls, ITAR, Venezuela
When considering Venezuela in the context of U.S. export controls and sanctions, it’s essential to grasp the fundamental aspects, such as the specific sanctions in place and Venezuela’s status under the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR) and...
DDTC, Export Controls, ITAR
In April 2024, the U.S. State Department published a proposal to increase the fees for DDTC registration and renewal. It’s the first proposed increase in 16 years, and although it could be months before a final decision is made, it’s reasonable to assume an increase...
China, EAR, Export Compliance, Export Controls, Foreign Direct Product Rule, ITAR
It’s common knowledge that China exports heavily to the United States. But lost in the headlines about the prickly relationship between the two countries is how much the U.S. exports to China. While the trade balance remains strongly in China’s favor, the United...
EAR, EU, EU Regulations, Export Controls, ITAR, USA Regulations
The United States and the European Union are two of the world’s largest trading partners. In 2021, 15.5% of all U.S. exports (by dollar value) went to EU member countries, while 17.3% of U.S. imports arrived from the EU, according to the U.S. Office of Technology...
EAR, Export Controls, Export License, ITAR, License Exemption, Licensing
Political instability around the world is creating a boom for U.S. arms exports, and it’s putting the spotlight on the important difference between Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) and Foreign Military Sales (FMS). The U.S. State Department reports that authorized sales...
