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CONTROLLED GOODS COMPLIANCE Be aware of controlled goods Companies that manufacture and export defense-related goods and technologies are aware that they are dealing with controlled goods. Those who manufacture and export civilian items, such as electronics and computer technology, may not be aware that export controls can apply to their goods. Civilian products that have military application are called "dual-use" items. Within the specifications defined in the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), these items may require an export license. Controlled goods are identified by either an Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) from the Commerce Control List (CCL) for civilian items, or a U.S. Munitions List (USML) category for military items. The CCL consists of ten categories each with five group types designating dual-use items governed by the EAR. The USML consists of 21 categories outlining goods and technologies applicable to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). In addition to the EAR and the ITAR, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) also imposes economic sanctions that result as export controls. These sanctions prohibit export transactions with targeted foreign countries and organizations that sponsor terrorism and narcotics trafficking. Conduct export transactions legally Compliance with U.S. export controls and regulations is important not only for your own company's best interests, but also for U.S. Homeland Security. A very important part of remaining compliant is determining the export regulations that apply to the goods and technologies you are exporting, and being aware of changes to these regulations as they happen. Visual Compliance™ includes EAR, ITAR, and OFAC Regulations to help you be aware of the controls applicable to your export transactions. There is also a complete library of Federal Register Orders, U.S. Arms Embargoes, and OFAC Sanctions documents available for you to consult. Federal Register Orders include presidential determinations, export regulations, notices about amendments to the EAR, ITAR or OFAC, and orders regarding restricted parties. ECCN and USML classification under the EAR and ITAR Determining if your export requires a license is a crucial step to exporting legally. The Visual Compliance™ Munitions and ECCN Analysts, License Determination Assistant, and comprehensive libraries of regulations documents offer the resources you need to determine your ECCN and USML classifications, available exemptions, and license requirements for your EAR and ITAR Regulated goods, to stay on the right side of the law. Verify your export transactions Ensuring export compliance isn't easy. However, stiff penalties and denial of export privileges has made non-compliance an extremely costly prospect for your company. Legislation and regulations are extensive and complex, and are revised and updated on a regular basis. It is necessary to implement a comprehensive and automated export management solution to keep your company in compliance and keep up with changes. Visual Compliance™ provides the tools you need including Denied Party Screening (Restricted Party Screening). Call toll-free 1-877-328-7866 and talk to one of our global
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