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New US ECCNs: tighter controls on biotech equipment

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has introduced two new ECCNs within the EAR, marking a significant shift in how sensitive biotechnology equipment is controlled. This update reflects the growing strategic importance of advanced bio-analytical tools and the need to limit their potential misuse in high-risk environments. What is changing Several categories of equipment […]

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BIS: Internal Turmoil and Growing Uncertainty in Export Licensing

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is currently facing a period of significant disruption, creating uncertainty for exporters and compliance professionals worldwide. Over the past months, internal restructuring, unexpected personnel departures and shifting regulatory priorities have contributed to a climate of instability within the agency responsible for managing US export control regulations. A sudden […]

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Semi-Annual ENC Reporting Requirements for Encryption Exporters: What You Need to Know

Exporters of encryption technologies under U.S. export regulations are required to comply with strict semi-annual reporting obligations. For the reporting period covering exports made between January 1 and June 30, 2025, companies must submit their ENC report no later than August 1, 2025. This requirement applies to all items classified under ECCNs 5A002, 5B002, 5D002 […]