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 […]
Question: Does anyone have any training material that would help simplify the training process Internal Departments for ECCN, EMBARGOS, EXPORTS Answer 1: Content Enablers licenses its training content for companies to use at the facility level or throughout a global organization. You can see the list of content in our catalog, and if you want […]
Question: Is there any regulation or guidance available on requirements for changing a classification. If a part is manufactured for use in a military application and a civil application, the classification would be in a “600 Series” ECCN. A new part is to be designed for an identical use but only in a civil application […]
Question: We are exporting a product classified as 1C992 to Italy. We have differing interpretations of how to determine if a license is required. The License Requirements under 1C992 read as follows: Control(s) Country Chart […]
Question: For ECCN of a wafer die in which the integrated circuit is classified under Category 5 due to encryption be classified under Category 3 or Category 5?Note 3 in Category 3 points finished wafer to 3A however unsure with encryption angle. Note: 3The status of wafers (finished or unfinished), in which the function has […]
Question: what classification may a machine that is used for testing of hermetically sealed microelectronic and optoelectronic devices. Answer 1: If you cannot find an HTS for this machine then it would have to be classified as 8479.90.9596 Answer 2: Lots of possibilities here depending largely on the specific type of machine, and whether is […]
Question: I am looking for advice on the correct export classification for a 5-Port 10/100/1000Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Unmanaged Switch. During research I have seen this classified as both EAR99 and 5A991. I suspect 5A991 is correct, however, given the inconsistency of available details, I would value expert opinion on this, if available. We have also […]
Question: Does anybody deal with automotive electronics in their expertise? ? Mostly ATV, motorcycle 12 V stuff. I am questioning whether CDI boxes ( capacitor Discharge Ignitions ) would fall under 3A991. Currently it’s under EAR99 because I don’t believe these particular items were originally designed for Military use. But the more I read, it […]
Question: What are the rules around classifying a larger system / assembly of components that incorporate one controlled component (e.g. a pump) and the rest of the components are EAR99? Answer 1: You mention EAR99 so I assume you are classifying under the EAR; the rule is you CLASSIFY THE END ITEM. The classification of […]
QUESTION: We have a Commerce Department license issued in 2020 for an ECCN whose subcategory was recently removed – changed to “Reserved” in the CCL – but our license doesn’t expire until 2024. Is our license still valid? When will happen when the EEI is filed with the ECCN and the license number? %%%%%%%%%% ANSWERS: Typically […]
QUESTION: Who is typically responsible for determination of the ECCN, the U.S. Exporter (USPPI) or the Supplier/Manufacturer who sells domestically to the USPPI? %%%%%%%%% We have always had the manufacturer of the item provide the jurisdiction and classification of the item. If the manufacturer is unable to provide the determination, then the exporter of the […]
QUESTION: What documents should an ECCN classification be listed on for an export entry packet? =========== Answers: The commercial invoice and the Shipper’s Letter of Instruction (SLI) ============ There is no “entry packet” because the ECCN is used for exports, and entries are what we do for imports. The ECCN goes on the SLI for […]
