Efficient Monitoring of Controlled Exports: CCL & USML
Export control regulations protect the national security and foreign policy interests of the U.S. The Department of Commerce (DOC) and the Department of State (DOS) have primary responsibility for maintaining export controls. The DOC’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is responsible for administering Export Administration Regulations (EAR) that control the export of “dual use” (commercial and military) items and purely commercial items. BIS controlled exports appear in the “Commerce Control List" (CCL). DOS controls the export of defense-related articles and services, which are listed in the United States Munitions List (USML) in accordance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
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Export control regulations are vital to ensuring the national security and foreign policy interests of the United States. These controls play a critical role in governing the export of technologies, equipment, and expertise that may have military or strategic applications. The Department of Commerce (DOC) and the Department of State (DOS) spearhead these initiatives, through the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), respectively.
Why Monitoring Controlled Exports Matters
For industries and professionals engaged in sectors such as aerospace, defense, technology, and biomedical research, staying updated on the Commerce Control List (CCL) and the United States Munitions List (USML) is crucial.
- Avoid Regulatory Penalties: Violations of export controls could result in severe penalties, both monetary and reputational.
- Simplify Monitoring Efforts: Manually tracking changes and updates can be time-consuming and prone to error.
- Strategic Planning: Understanding the dynamics of export regulations enables companies to adapt their business strategies accordingly.
- Risk Mitigation: Timely updates help in preemptively addressing regulatory changes that might affect operations.
Controlled Exports: The Essentials
- The Commerce Control List (CCL) categorizes "dual use" items and purely commercial items that could have strategic implications. Administered by the BIS under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), it includes items with both commercial and military applications.
- The United States Munitions List (USML) includes defense-related articles and services strictly controlled under ITAR, overseen by the DOS.
Industries relying on cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions, such as manufacturing, cybersecurity, and automotive, need consistent oversight of these regulations to maintain compliance and leverage opportunities in international markets.
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- Description: Export control regulations protect the national security and foreign policy interests of the U.S. The Department of Commerce (DOC) and the Department of State (DOS) have primary responsibility for maintaining export controls. The DOC’s Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is responsible for administering Export Administration Regulations (EAR) that control the export of “dual use” (commercial and military) items and purely commercial items. BIS controlled exports appear in the “Commerce Control List" (CCL). DOS controls the export of defense-related articles and services, which are listed in the United States Munitions List (USML) in accordance with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
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The Department of State has submitted the information collection described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 we are requesting comments on this collection from all...
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Notice | Mar 10, 2025 |
The Department of State (the Department) amends the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to remove from the U.S. Munitions List (USML) items that no longer warrant inclusion, add to the USML items that warrant inclusion, and clarify certa...
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Rule | Jan 17, 2025 |
This final rule is issued to adjust the civil monetary penalties (CMP) for regulatory provisions maintained and enforced by the Department of State. The revised CMP adjusts the amount of civil monetary penalties assessed by the Department of State ba...
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Rule | Jan 10, 2025 |
The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for the information collection described below. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, we are requesting comments on this collection from all intereste...
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Notice | Dec 11, 2024 |
The Department of State published a proposed rule on April 24, 2024, requesting comment on proposals to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) by increasing and specifying the fees required for registration with the Directorate of...
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Rule | Dec 10, 2024 |
The Department of State (the Department), pursuant to its regulations and in the interest of the national security and foreign policy of the United States, extends a previous temporary modification of the United States Munitions List (USML) Category...
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Rule | Nov 26, 2024 |
The Department of State is extending the comment period for a proposed rule published on October 23, 2024. The original comment period required submission of comments on or before November 22, 2024. In response to requests from the public, the Depart...
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Proposed Rule | Nov 19, 2024 |
The Department of State (the Department) proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to revise U.S. Munitions List (USML) Categories IV and XV and related sections of the ITAR to clarify and standardize the regulatory text,...
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Proposed Rule | Oct 23, 2024 |
The Department of State is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations to reflect current defense trade policy toward Cyprus.
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Rule | Sep 27, 2024 |
The Department of State is extending the comment period for a proposed rule published July 29, 2024. The original comment period required submission of comments on or before September 27, 2024. In response to requests from the public, the Department...
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Proposed Rule | Sep 25, 2024 |
A determination has been made that three PRC entities, a PRC individual, and a Pakistani entity have engaged in activities that require the imposition of measures pursuant to the Arms Export Control Act, as amended, and the Export Administration Act...
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Notice | Sep 12, 2024 |
The Department of State (the Department) is correcting an interim final rule that appeared in the Federal Register on August 20, 2024 creating an exemption for defense trade and cooperation among Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States a...
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Rule | Aug 28, 2024 |
The Department of State (the Department) is amending the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to facilitate defense trade and cooperation among Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States through a new exemption, pursuant to sect...
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Rule | Aug 20, 2024 |
The Department of State (the Department) published a proposed rule on December 16, 2022, to include two new entries to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to expand the definition of "activities that are not exports, reexports, retra...
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Rule | Aug 15, 2024 |
The Department of State has submitted the information collection described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, we are requesting comments on this collection from all...
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Notice | Aug 13, 2024 |
The Department of State proposes to revise the definition of defense service and the scope of related controls in the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and seeks comment on the proposed revision.
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Proposed Rule | Jul 29, 2024 |
Notice is hereby given that the Department of State has imposed statutory debarment under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) on persons convicted of violating, or conspiracy to violate, the Arms Export Control Act (AECA).
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Notice | Jun 25, 2024 |
The Department of State has submitted the information collection described below to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for approval. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995 we are requesting comments on this collection from all...
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Notice | May 13, 2024 |
The Department of State is seeking Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval for the information collections described below. In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, we are requesting comments on these collections from all intere...
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Notice | May 06, 2024 |
The Department of State (the Department) proposes to amend the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to support the goals of the AUKUS partnership, the enhanced trilateral security partnership among Australia, the United Kingdom, and the U...
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Proposed Rule | May 01, 2024 |