Question: What is the standard or best practice for ECCN declaration and determination to maintain as part of record retention period? Does this follow the same general rule under part 762.2 for export documentation? Also, if an ECCN declaration is outside of the five years, is this considered outdated and what would be the recommendation […]
Question: Can you please if there is master list of updated ECCN list you can download to add to ERP systems? I need to add to ERP system in order to build measures to flag and block non EAR99 items. Answer 1: You have to buy this from one of the trade software vendors. Answer […]
Question: Hello – We wanted to reach out and clarify some points regarding the distinction between source code controlled under ECCN 7D002 and software controlled under ECCN 7D994. To begin with, ECCN 7D002 specifically controls “Source code” for the operation or maintenance of any inertial navigation equipment. This includes inertial equipment not controlled by 7A003 […]
Question: Looking for the membership’s input on understanding 3A999 (a). A frequency changer has a maximum operating frequency of 1167Hz. Its operating frequency is between 0Hz and 1167Hz. Would this unit still be classified under 3A999(a) or not since the maximum is outside of this range? 3A999 a. Frequency changers capable of operating in the […]
Question: My understanding is that almost all medicines are considered EAR99 except for vaccines, “immunotoxins” (antibody-toxin conjugates intended to destroy specific target cells such as tumor cells that bear antigens homologous to the antibody), certain toxin containing medical products, and diagnostic and food testing kits are controlled under ECCN 1C991, 1C395, or 1C995. However, I’m […]
Question: Hi, This is a question for all the SAP users out there. We have ShipErp “bolt on” to our SAP platform, but I am told that ShipErp DOES NOT support the info needed for exporting very well. i.e. schedule B#, ECCNs, etc. I am finding this out the hard way. Does anyone in the […]
Question: Our organization had to send server to update our IT system to EU. The server falls under 5a992 c.. There is and AT control but NLR to Poland. Do I need to limit access to the server by anyone who could be citizen of N.Korea, Syria, Iran, Cuba etc. (if any)? Would this be […]
Question: If a dual-use valve is incorporated into another item, for example a pump, is the pump now considered controlled as dual use? Answer 1: EAR 770.2(b) addresses your question. As a general rule in the EAR, an assembled item is classified in the form in which it is exported, regardless of the classifications of […]
Question: So I want to submit a classification request to BIS for a finished overhead scale. I know I have to send details of components. What is the Membership’s experience with finished items vs some of the individual items that may appear on the control list? Example: This scale has a loadcell and maybe other […]
Question: My company develops global logistics solutions for the Federal Government. Users must enter ECCN numbers for all parts involved with shipments. We are trying to make it easier for users to lookup ECCN numbers for known parts. Is there a database, API, or lookup tool that can search ECCN# by Part number? Seems the […]
Question: We have an EAR99 item. One of the components, if shipped alone, would be 7Axxx (NS, AT). Question: The EAR99 item is shipped somewhere, correctly and legally. But the licensable component needs to be removed and destroyed. Who can do the removal and destruction? A US person or anyone? Answer 1: You’re sort of […]
Question: Is there such thing as “ECCN” database/search engine that we can pay and subscribe? I am fully aware that ECCN classification is the exporter’s responsibility (or to self-classify). But there are times when classification can be a big challenge, and this is also true if you don’t have the correct OEM’s contact info or […]
