U.S. Export Controls: ECCN Classification Pitfalls

ECCN missteps you must avoid to stay compliant with U.S. Export Controls and protect your business.

Avoid ECCN compliance pitfalls to safeguard your business under U.S. Export Controls, as illustrated by key missteps in this visual guide.

In the realm of Export Control, few areas are as pivotal—or as perilous—as Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) under the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR). An incorrect ECCN classification can expose your company to serious regulatory and financial consequences. Understanding how to avoid common classification errors is essential for any Export Control Compliance officer, especially those managing dual-use exports in the USA.

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Key Questions Covered in This Blog

• What are the most common mistakes companies make when classifying ECCNs?

• Why is encryption strength so difficult in ECCN classification?

• How does misunderstanding a product's full capabilities affect classification accuracy?

• Why is it essential to review ECCN notes and definitions?

• How do BIS rulings and advisory opinions influence ECCN classification?

• What are the risks of misclassifying an item as EAR99?

• Why must you always consider end-use, end-user, and destination country?

  
  

"Proper ECCN classification is not a box-ticking exercise; it's a strategic compliance action that protects your business from catastrophic errors."Arne Mielken, Managing Director, Customs Manager Ltd

Abbreviations Used In This Blog

• ECCN – Export Control Classification Number

• EAR – Export Administration Regulations

• BIS – Bureau of Industry and Security

• EAR99 – Items not listed on the CCL and generally do not require a license

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