eCustoms - ITAR Compliant

ITAR COMPLIANCE

What is ITAR?

The International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) detail the regulations governing the export of defense related materials and technologies, including hardware, software, and services. Governed by the Department of State, the ITAR’s goal is to safeguard U.S. national security and further U.S. foreign policy objectives.

It provides definitions of important terms, with information and procedures for registration, licenses, agreements, general policies, violations, penalties, and administrative procedures.

What does it mean to me?

If your company deals with military equipment, supplies, or technologies, ITAR regulations dictate that you share these items only with U.S. persons and organizations — unless you receive authorization from the Department of State or qualify for a special exemption.

You face potentially heavy fines or penalties for providing foreign persons with access to ITAR-protected defense items.

How do I become ITAR compliant?

There are several steps to becoming ITAR compliant.

Register with the State Department;
Establish a written Company Export Compliance Policy and Procedure Manual;
Submit license applications for all exports of controlled items well in advance of the shipments;
Export classify all your part numbers — products, parts, supplies;
Know whether any party you do business with is not a U.S. person (as defined by the ITAR);
Ensure you have a Technology Control Plan in place;
Screen for denied parties; and
Keep accurate records on all activity against State Department licenses and agreements.

eCustoms’ solutions can help you achieve all of these steps.

With our technology and expertise, you will:

Increase your compliance levels. With our license management tools, you'll always be sure the right license is applied to the right product, that your licenses are renewed on time, and that you're prepared in the event of an internal or government audit.

Remove bottlenecks in the controlled goods sales process. Our business management tools will improve your workflow and deliver a streamlined license process.

Empower your employees. With one, easy-to-learn system, you and your staff gain complete control over your export license activities. Quickly search and access one central repository of license data: all the information you need is at your fingertips.