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Please note that the contents of these guidance documents do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. These documents are intended only to provide clarity to the public regarding existing requirements under the law or Department policies.

 

Agency ID Name Summary Topic Date Issued Date Posted
BIS-0001 Don’t Let This Happen To You the document provides the basics of export control law and provides case examples the potential consequences when these laws are violated.  export control law and investigation summaries 16-Oct-19 16-Oct-19
BIS-0002 Freight Forwarder Guidance responsibility of freight forwarders, the different types of transactions freight forwarders are involved in, and mitigating risk as a freight forwarder. guidance for freight forwarders 26-Aug-11 26-Aug-11
BIS-0003 Iran Web Guidance Guidance on actions exporters can take to prevent illicit diversion of items to support Iran’s Nuclear Weapons or Ballistic Missile Programs. guidance on exporting to Iran 26-Aug-11 26-Aug-11
BIS-0004 DOC/BIS Voluntary Self-Disclosure Guidance on when and how an exporter should submit a voluntary self-disclosure letter when they believe they or their company may have committed a violation of export control law. Voluntary self-disclosures of export violations 26-Aug-11 26-Aug-11
BIS-0005 How Do I Avoid Dealing With Unauthorized Parties? Provides exporters with steps they can take to avoid dealing with unauthorized parties and prohibited transactions Export Enforcement Unknown Unknown
BIS-0006 CB-Related Advisory Opinion November 2008 advisory on 2B350 and 1C350. BIS Advisory Opinion 10-Nov-08 Unknown
BIS-0007 Cuba guidance Summary of license requirements, licensing policy, and license exceptions for exports and reexports to Cuba Export controls Cuba 21-Oct-19 21-Oct-19
BIS-0008 Cuba Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to exports and reexports to Cuba. Export controls Cuba 21-Oct-19 21-Oct-19
BIS-0009 Exports of Firearms and Related Items FAQs Frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to exports and reexports of firearms. Export controls Firearms Unknown Unknown
BIS-0010 Exports of Shotguns to Canada Frequently asked questions (FAQs) related to exports of shotguns to Canada. Export controls Firearms Unknown Unknown
BIS-0011 Fingerprint reader guidance Guidance for ECCN 3A981 with respect to controls on fingerprint analysis equipment.  Export controls fingerprint biometric equipment Unknown Unknown
BIS-0012 North Korea Guidance Summary of license requirements, licensing policy, and license exceptions for exports and reexports to North Korea. Export controls North Korea, DPRK Unknown Unknown
BIS-0013 Iran Guidance Summary of license requirements, licensing policy, and license exceptions for exports and reexports to Iran. Export controls Iran Unknown Unknown
BIS-0014 Iraq Guidance Summary of license requirements, licensing policy, and license exceptions for exports and reexports to Iraq. Export controls Iraq Unknown Unknown
BIS-0015 Sudan Guidance Summary of license requirements, licensing policy, and license exceptions for exports and reexports to Sudan. Export controls Sudan Unknown Unknown
BIS-0016 Syria Guidance Summary of license requirements, licensing policy, and license exceptions for exports and reexports to Syria. Export controls Syria Unknown Unknown
BIS-0017 Sudan: Change of Licensing Policy for Exports of Civil Telecommunications-related Infrastructure Items to Sudan and Addition of Sudan as an Eligible Destination for Exports of Consumer Communications Devices under License Exception CCD FAQs about license policy for telecommunications devices exports and reexports to Sudan Export controls Sudan FAQs Unknown Unknown
BIS-0018 Sudan: Amendment to allow temporary export and reexport of items described in license exception Consumer Communication Devices (CCD) as “tools of the trade” under license exception Temporary Import, Exports, Reexports, and Transfers (in-country) (TMP) FAQs about two license exceptions available for Sudan Export controls Sudan FAQs Unknown Unknown
BIS-0019 Hong Kong Guidance Summary of license requirements, licensing policy, and license exceptions for exports and reexports to Hong Kong. Export controls Hong Kong Unknown Unknown
BIS-0020 Guidance on Due Diligence to Prevent Unauthorized Transshipment/Reexport of Controlled Items through Hong Kong to China Due diligence guidance Hong Kong Export controls Hong Kong Unknown Unknown
BIS-0021 YouTube animated video of BIS recommended elements of an effective export compliance program This short 8 minute video summarizes the elements BIS recommends for an effective export compliance program. BIS recommended elements of an effective export compliance program Approximately June 2019 Approximately June 2019
BIS-0022 Export License Reference Sheet Instructions for completing the “license requirement” field in the shipper’s carrier form. BIS guidance to assist exporters to determine whether or not they need a license for their export. 25-Jul-19 30-Jul-19
BIS-0023 Webinar: Creating an effective ECP (2018 webinar) Webinar on the elements BIS recommends for an effective export compliance program (ECP). One hour long webinar on the elements BIS recommends for an effective export compliance program (ECP). 22-Mar-18 April, 2018
BIS-0024 Export Compliance Guidelines 2017 BIS Booklet with guidance on the elements of an effective export compliance program (ECP) and audit module. 49 page booklet with details of the elements BIS recommends for an effective export compliance program (ECP) including an audit module for use in auditing an organization’s ECP procedures. 1-Jan-17 Approximately late January, 2017
BIS-0025 Elements of an ECP (export compliance program) Brief summary of each of the elements BIS recommends for an effective export compliance program (ECP). Brief summary of each of the elements BIS recommends for an effective export compliance program (ECP). Approximately January 2017 Approximately late January, 2017
BIS-0026 Freight Forwarder Guidance Guidance to the freight forwarder community on mitigating risks in export transactions. Guidance to the freight forwarder community on mitigating risks in export transactions. February, 2012 February, 2012
BIS-0027 Entity List main page   BIS Entity List Unknown Unknown
BIS-0028 Entity List FAQs   BIS Entity List FAQs Unknown Unknown
BIS-0029 Validated End-User main page   BIS Validated End-User Unknown Unknown
BIS-0030 VEU application template (linked PDF)   BIS Validated End-User Unknown Unknown
BIS-0031 VEU Program FAQs   BIS Validated End-User Unknown Unknown
BIS-0032 Guidance for Reporting on Offset Agreements and Transactions This is a general guidance document for U.S. industry required to report offsets in defense trade activity pursuant to Section 721 of the Defense Production Act. The document provides background, a description of who must report and what they must report and an overview of the relevant regulation. Reporting on Offsets in Defense Trade 1-Apr-17 1-Apr-17
BIS-0033 Offset Reporting Definitions This document provides relevant definitions for U.S. industry related to the reporting requirements on offsets in defense trade activity pursuant to Section 721 of the Defense Production Act. Some of the definitions in this document are taken directly from the Offset Reporting Regulation (15 CFR 701), but others are not defined in the regulation and provide additional context and assistance for industry. Reporting on Offsets in Defense Trade 1-Apr-17 1-Apr-17
BIS-0034 Offsets in Defense Trade – Frequently Asked Questions This document provides important information for U.S. industry related to the reporting requirements on offsets in defense trade activity pursuant to Section 721 of the Defense Production Act. The document includes background on the program, BIS, as well as more specific information on the reporting requirements. Reporting on Offsets in Defense Trade 1-Apr-17 1-Apr-17
BIS-0035 Defense Priorities and Allocations System Training Course This document provides in-depth training for U.S. companies that receive priority rated contracts and orders pursuant to the DPAS (15 CFR 700). The course provides an overview of the DPAS, the requirements of the DPAS for industry, instructions on handling DPAS rated orders, and other DPAS compliance topics. Defense Priorities and Allocations System (DPAS) regulation    
BIS-0036 Encryption and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) Outline of how items are controlled in Category 5 Part 2 Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0037 Highlight of Changes : Explanation of Changes made to Category 5 Part 2 on August 15, 2017 Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0038 Encryption items not subject to the EAR Description of items with encryption that are not subject to the EAR. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0039 Cryptography for Data Confidentiality Explanation of the definition of “cryptography for data confidentiality” Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0040 Key Length Thresholds Explanation of Key Length Limits in 5A002 Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0041 Cryptographic Activation Explanation of the treatment of products with dormant encryption in Category 5 Part 2. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0042 Category 5 Part 2: 5A002 a.1-a.4 Examples of items that are and are not described in 5A002 a.1-a.4, along with sample analyses. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0043 Decontrol Notes List of decontrol notes that apply to Category 5 Part 2, along with an explanation of how to apply the notes. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0044 Mass Market Explanation of how items that meet Note 3 to Category 5 Part 2 are controlled under the EAR. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0045 740.17(a) Explanation of license exception ENC Section 740.17(a). Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0046 740.17(b)(2) Explanation of what items are controlled in ENC Section 740.17(b)(2) and how they are controlled. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0047 740.17 (b)(3) Explanation of what items are controlled in ENC Section 740.17(b)(3) and how they are controlled. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0048 740.17 (b)(1) Explanation of what items are controlled in ENC Section 740.17(b)(1) and how they are controlled. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0049 How to File an Annual Self-Classification Report Explanation of how to file an annual self-classification report with an example report. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0050 How to File an Semi Annual Sales Report Explanation of how to file a semi-annual sales report. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0051 How to File an Encryption Classification Request Explanation of the requirements for submitting a classification request for items in Category 5 Part 2. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0052 When a License is Required Chart that summarizes which transactions do not qualify for license exception ENC. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0053 Types of Licenses Available for Encryption Items Explanation of the types of licenses available for items in Category 5 Part 2. Includes an explanation of when deemed export and reexport licenses are required for items in Category 5 Part 2. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0054 How to File an Encryption License Application Explanation of how to file a license for items in Category 5 Part 2. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0055 FAQ’s Answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding Category 5 Part 2. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0056 Quick Reference Guide Abridged version of the ECCNs in Category 5 Part 2. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0057 Flowchart 1 Flowchart for determining whether something is controlled in Category 5 Part 2. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0058 Flowchart 2 Flowchart for determining export control requirements for items in Category 5 Part 2. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0059 License Exception ENC and Mass Market (Section 740.17) Summary Table that summarizes license exception ENC Section 740.17. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0060 High Performance Computers Explanation of license application requirements for high-performance computers. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0061 A Practitioner’s Guide to Adjusted Peak Performance Step-by-step instructions on how to calculate Adjusted Peak Performance. Export Controls Unknown Unknown
BIS-0062 Q&A on Foreign Availability Assessments Information regarding the process for submitting a foreign availability claim pursuant to Part 768 of the EAR, including the types of reasonable evidence that are necessary for inclusion in a claim. Submission of a foreign availability claim; examples of evidence 1-Feb-16 Unknown
BIS-0063 Section 232 Investigations—Program Guide Information regarding implementation of a 232 investigation, including the criteria for both determining the effect of imports on the national security and the procedural requirements for requesting an investigation, etc. The effect of imports on the national security of the United States—investigations conducted under the Trade and Expansion Act of 1962, as amended. 1-Jun-07 Unknown
BIS-0064 Cat I-III Myths and Facts Myths and Facts on the transition of Cat I/II/III items from the U.S. Munitions List to the Commerce Control List.   23-Jan-20 23-Jan-20
BIS-0065 Introduction to Industry Implementation of the Chemical Weapons Convention, CWC-004   Chemical Weapons Convention Unknown Unknown
BIS-0066 Frequently Asked Questions and Answers on Industry Compliance, CWC-005   Chemical Weapons Convention Unknown Unknown
BIS-0067 Chemical Weapons Convention: Lessons Learned from Industry Inspections, CWC-006   Chemical Weapons Convention Unknown Unknown
BIS-0068 Chemical Weapons Convention: Export and Import Requirements, CWC-007   Chemical Weapons Convention Unknown Unknown
BIS-0069 CWC Industry Inspection Preparation Handbook, CWC-008   Chemical Weapons Convention Unknown Unknown
BIS-0070 Chemical Weapons Convention: "Plant" and "Plant Site" Delineation, CWC-009   Chemical Weapons Convention Unknown Unknown
BIS-0071 Deemed Export (DE) Homepage This page is divided up into multiple sections and provides general information about the DE licensing policy as well as guidance and links to other pages and documents noted below Deemed Exports Unknown Unknown
BIS-0072 Deemed Export FAQs It illustrates different scenarios and situations with questions and correct answers. For example, What technologies are considered “Fundamental Research”.     What about changes in nationality? If a person was a citizen of India but subsequently became a citizen of the U.K., how is that person treated for export control purposes?    Deemed Exports Unknown Unknown
BIS-0073 Deemed Reexport Guidance It lists activities that Are not Deemed Reexports under Part 734.20 of the EAR. Deemed Exports Unknown updated 3/14/19
BIS-0074 Guidelines for Foreign National License Applications It provides an “Online Training Room” video regarding Foreign National License Applications when a deemed export license is required and the different steps and documents required to fill out the license applications. Deemed Exports Unknown updated 01/28/19
BIS-0075 Deemed Export Video It provides video training on Classifying Your Item, Creating an Effective Export Compliance Program, How to set up an SNAP-r Account, How to Submit a Commodity Classification Request on SNAP-r, How to submit an Export License Application on SNAP-r, An Introduction to Specially Designed and Deemed Exports. Deemed Exports Unknown updated 01/28/19
BIS-0076 General Advisory Opinion Concerning Prohibited Activities in the Standards Setting or Development Context When a Listed Entity Is Involved Guidance on activities related to Huawei’s Entity List listing BIS Advisory Opinion 19-Aug-19 19-Aug-19
BIS-0077 Cloud-based Storefronts Guidance on license requirements for users using U.S.-origin software applications in the cloud, without downloading the product. BIS Advisory Opinion 24-Nov-14 24-Nov-14
BIS-0078 Scope of the General Technology Note Guidance confirming that the General Technology Note in Category 5 and the term "required," as used in the Note apply to all ECCNS that control ''technology," regardless of whether the ECCN specifically refers to the Note or uses the term "required." BIS Advisory Opinion 25-Mar-14 25-Mar-14
BIS-0079 Application of “specially designed” to multipurpose die, standard packages, and integrated circuits comprised thereof Guidance on why “specially designed” does not apply to multipurpose die, standard packages, and integrated circuits comprised thereof as described in the request. BIS Advisory Opinion 13-Dec-13 13-Dec-13
BIS-0080 Time-Limited EAR99 Software on a Public Website Guidance on the requirements under EAR parts 730-774 for screening prohibited parties and embargoed destinations for the download of time-limited EAR99 software available on a public website. BIS Advisory Opinion 24-Oct-13 24-Oct-13
BIS-0081 Deemed Reexport Guidance Placeholder to send users to updated Section 734.20 of the EAR. BIS Advisory Opinion 31-Oct-13 31-Oct-13
BIS-0082 Artwork to Cuba Guidance on artwork temporarily exported to Cuba for exhibition. BIS Advisory Opinion 5-Aug-13 5-Aug-13
BIS-0083 Application of ECCNs 9A00l .a and 9A003.a to Aero Auxiliary Power Units (APUs) Confirmation that if an APU aero gas turbine engine "incorporates" (i.e., is produced or developed from) technologies controlled by ECCNs 9E003.a, 9E003.h, or 9E003 .i, then it is controlled by ECCN 9A00l .a unless the ECCN' s "Note" is applicable to the APU. BIS Advisory Opinion 4-Jan-13 21-Feb-13
BIS-0084 EAR licensing requirements for deemed reexports to third-country national and certain dual nation Guidance on licensing requirements for deemed reexports to third-country nationals and certain dual national "regular employees" who have received positive security assessment evaluations. BIS Advisory Opinion 23-Feb-13 23-Feb-13
BIS-0085 Interpretation of the Note to ECCN 9A001.a Guidance on the interpretation of the Note to ECCN 9A001.a. Discussion of the conditions under which ECCN 9A001.a controls aero gas turbine engines that incorporate (i.e., are produced or developed from) technologies controlled by 9E003.a, 9E003.h, or 9E003.i.    BIS Advisory Opinion 18-Jan-13 18-Jan-13
BIS-0086 Guidance for Preparing Commodity Classification (“CCATS”) Requests for Information Pertaining to the Development or Production of Carbon Fiber Organic Matrix Composite Items Guidance on information required to determine the commodity classification (“CCATS”) for carbon fiber organic matrix composite items. BIS Advisory Opinion 25-Oct-11 25-Oct-11
BIS-0087 Cloud Computing and Deemed Exports Guidance on cloud computing service providers requirements to obtain deemed export licenses for foreign national information technology administrators who service and maintain their cloud computing systems. BIS Advisory Opinion 11-Jan-11 11-Jan-11
BIS-0088 Advisory Opinion Regarding Technology for the Development or Production of Carbon Fiber/Organic Resin Items Guidance on issues related to the technology for the development or production of carbon fiber/organic resin items. BIS Advisory Opinion 27-Dec-10 27-Dec-10
BIS-0089 Second Incorporation Rule Guidance on the application of the “secondary incorporation rule” in calculating the de minimis level of controlled U.S.-origin parts at the aircraft level. BIS Advisory Opinion 14-Sep-09 14-Sep-09
BIS-0090 Downloads of encrypted software reviewed and classified as "mass market"  Guidance on export controls and requirements for downloaded encrypted software reviewed and classified as "mass market." BIS Advisory Opinion 11-Sep-09 11-Sep-09
BIS-0091 Transfers of Licenses Guidance on how to request a license transfer. BIS Advisory Opinion 10-Feb-09 10-Feb-09
BIS-0092 Application of EAR to Grid and Cloud Computing Services  Guidance on the application of the EAR to grid and cloud computing services. BIS Advisory Opinion 13-Jan-09 13-Jan-09
BIS-0093 Software or technology related to Avionics Displays that employ techniques used to make two dimensional (2D) image appear as a three dimensional (3D) Guidance on the license requirements for software or technology related to avionics displays. BIS Advisory Opinion 12-Jan-09 12-Jan-09
BIS-0094 Licensing Requirement Note to ECCN 2B350 Guidance on the licensing requirement note to ECCN 2B350. BIS Advisory Opinion 10-Nov-08 10-Nov-08
BIS-0095 Classification of computer preloaded with TSU-eligible encryption software Guidance on the correct classification of computers preloaded with TSU-eligible encryption software. BIS Advisory Opinion 14-Oct-08 14-Oct-08
BIS-0096 Clarifications on current technical parameters under ECCN 1C210: ECCN 1C210 Content Guidance on the interpretation of the technical parameters of ECCN 1C210. BIS Advisory Opinion 21-Mar-08 21-Mar-08
BIS-0097 Clarifications on current technical parameters under ECCN 1C210: Thermoset Resin Guidance on the interpretation of the technical parameters of ECCN 1C210. BIS Advisory Opinion 21-Mar-08 21-Mar-08
BIS-0098 Clarification on current technical parameter under ECCN 3A233 Guidance on the interpretation of the technical parameters of ECCN 3A233. BIS Advisory Opinion 21-Mar-08 21-Mar-08
BIS-0099 BIS Advisory Opinion: Condition on permanent employees’ access to controlled technology/technical data (Note: this guidance supersedes that provided by BIS in agency interpretation dated 2/24/06) Guidance on the interpretation of the term "permanent employees" under the EAR. BIS Advisory Opinion 19-Nov-07 19-Nov-07
BIS-0100 Reminder of Wassenaar Arrangement's Munitions List Controls Guidance on the scope of the controls under the Wassenaar Arrangement's Munitions List Controls. BIS Advisory Opinion 13-Sep-07 13-Sep-07
BIS-0101 Application of the Foreign Direct Product Rule to Exports of Encryption Technology Guidance on four fact patterns regarding the application of the Foreign Direct Product Rule to exports of encryption technology. BIS Advisory Opinion 2-Aug-07 2-Aug-07
BIS-0102 Exports and Reexports to Non-U.S. Embassies Located in Third Countries  Guidance on the licensing requirements for exports and reexports to non-U.S. Embassies in third countries. BIS Advisory Opinion 5-Jun-06 5-Jun-06
BIS-0103 License Exception Contradictions Guidance on the interpretation of paragraph 740.10(b)(2)(iii) of the EAR as it applies to License Exception RPL eligibility. BIS Advisory Opinion 19-Jul-06 19-Jul-06
BIS-0104 Bullet-proof windshield glass Guidance on export requirements for bullet-proof windshield glass for various vehicles including armored vehicles. BIS Advisory Opinion 4-May-06 4-May-06
BIS-0105 Nexus between export and deemed export requirements under the EAR and the foreign filing requirements under the USPTO regulations. Guidance on export and deemed export requirements under parts730-774 of the EAR and the foreign filing requirements under the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) regulations. BIS Advisory Opinion 11-Jan-06 11-Jan-06
BIS-0106 Public sale of U.S. equipment to a foreign national and the "deemed export" rule Guidance on licensing requirements for the domestic sale of equipment by contractors to foreign nationals in the U.S. BIS Advisory Opinion 6-Dec-04 6-Dec-04
BIS-0107 Involvement of a U.S.-person in a foreign company Guidance on licensing implications under the EAR for a U.S. citizen who is an employee and member of the board of directors of a foreign company. BIS Advisory Opinion 26-Aug-04 26-Aug-04
BIS-0108 Availability of License Exception RPL Guidance on the availibility of License Exception RPL to export German-manufactured parts and components to Germany for servicing and return them to the United States. BIS Advisory Opinion 27-May-04 27-May-04
BIS-0109 Classification of an item incorporated into a larger system Guidance on whether a heat exchanger used in a pumping system becomes incorporated into that system and thereby takes on the classification of the pumping system rather than the classification of the individual heat exchanger for purposes of the EAR. BIS Advisory Opinion 24-May-04 24-May-04
BIS-0110 Foreign distributor as a "sales representative" under License Exception TMP Guidance on clarification of the term "exporter's designated sales representative" in the ''Exhibition and demonstration" paragraph of License Exception TMP. BIS Advisory Opinion 1-Dec-03 1-Dec-03
BIS-0111 Availability of License Exceptions APR and RPL for foreign made products Guidance on the availability of License Exceptions APR and RPL to ship xenon lamps as spare or replacement parts to customers who have purchased the corporation's Japanese produced endoscope processors. BIS Advisory Opinion 3-Oct-03 3-Oct-03
BIS-0112 Reexports to Iran Guidance on licensing requirements for reexports of legally-exported laptop computers with the Windows 2000 operating system installed from foreign persons in the United Arab Emirates to Iran. BIS Advisory Opinion 14-Jul-03 14-Jul-03
BIS-0113 Clarification of ECCN 5E001.b.3 Confirmation of the parameters of the new text for ECCN 5E001.b.3 as agreed upon by the Wassenaar Arrangement and published in the Federal Register on March 5,2003. BIS Advisory Opinion 15-May-03 15-May-03
BIS-0114 Remotely sensed imagery Confirmation that remotely sensed imagery is not subject to the EAR. BIS Advisory Opinion 6-May-03 6-May-03
BIS-0115 Decision Tree Tool: CCL Order of Review Decision Tree Tool: CCL Order of Review – tool to complement Supp 4 to 774 CCL classification tool 8-Dec-15 8-Dec-15
BIS-0116 Complete list of Key terms used in the CCL Order of Review Decision Tool Defined terms used in CCL classification tool Defined terms 8-Dec-15 8-Dec-15
BIS-0117 Decision Tree Tool:   Specially Designed Decision Tree Tool: Specially Designed – tool to complement “Specially Designed” definition in 772.1 Analysis tool for determining if item is specially designed 13-Oct-15 13-Oct-15
BIS-0118 Complete list of Key terms used in the “Specially Designed” Decision Tool Defined terms used in Specially Designed classification tool Define terms 13-Oct-15 13-Oct-15
BIS-0119 Decision Tree Tool: License Exception STA Decision Tree Tool: STA – tool to complement 740.20, License Exception STA tool to determine if transaction is eligible for STA Estimated 1/1/13 Estimated 1/1/13
BIS-0120 Complete list of Key terms used in the Strategic Trade Authorization (STA) Interactive
Compliance Tool
Defined terms used in STA decision tree tool Define terms Estimated 1/1/13 Estimated 1/1/13
BIS-0121 Decision Tree Tool: De minimis & Direct Product Rules Decision Tree Tool: De minimis & Direct Product Rules – tool to complement 734.4 de minimis rule, and 736.2(b)(3) direct product rule Tool to determine if a foreign-made item is subject to the EAR 2-Nov-15 2-Nov-15
BIS-0122 Complete list of Key terms used in the De minimis/Direct Product Decision Tool Defines terms used in de minimis and direct product decision tool Terms used in de minimis and direct product decision tool 11-Apr-18 11-Apr-18
BIS-0123 De Minimis Guidelines This document summarizes each level of the de minimis percentages, defines key terms, and has a sample calculation. Summary of De minimis rules 5-Nov-19 5-Nov-19
BIS-0124 Direct Product Guidelines This document summarizes both of the direct product rules, i.e., 600 series/9x515 and non-600 series/9x515. Summary of Direct Product rules 30-Oct-15 30-Oct-15
BIS-0125 Guidance on Reexports homepage This page summarizes reexport controls, including what foreign items are subject to the EAR, determining license requirements, license exceptions available, other considerations. Summary of reexport controls 30-Oct-15 30-Oct-15
BIS-0126 Transcript of de minimis and direct product webinar This is the word for word transcript of the de minimis and direct product rule webinar given on December 17, 2015. Transcript of the de minimis and direct product rule webinar given on December 17, 2015. 11-Jan-16 11-Jan-16
BIS-0127 Slides for de minimis and direct product webinar These 66 slides explain the de minimis and direct product rules, as well as key terms Slide presenation for the December 17, 2015 webinar 16-Dec-15 16-Dec-15
BIS-0128 For training scenarios with Q&A on the Direct Product and De minimis rules These seven scenarios explain how to apply direct product and de minimis rules in various situations. Seven De minimis and Direct Product scenarios 16-Dec-15 16-Dec-15
BIS-0129 Flowchart A subject to the EAR: “600 series” and 9x515 This flowchart explains how to apply the direct product rule for 600 series and 9x515 foreign made items. Flowchart A subject to the EAR: “600 series” and 9x515 14-Jan-16 14-Jan-16
BIS-0130 Flowchart B subject to the EAR: not “600 series” or 9x515 This flowchart explains how to apply the direct product rule for foreign made items that are NOT 600 series and 9x515. Flowchart B subject to the EAR: not “600 series” or 9x515 14-Jan-16 14-Jan-16
BIS-0131 Flowchart C subject to the EAR: both NOT “600 series” or 9x515 AND “600 series” or 9x515 This flowchart explains how to apply the de minimis rules for foreign made both 600 series/9x515 and NOT 600 series/9x515 Flowchart C subject to the EAR: both NOT “600 series” or 9x515 AND “600 series” or 9x515 14-Jan-16 14-Jan-16
BIS-0132 For a transcript of Questions and Answers from the de minimis/direct product webinar Questions and Answers from   the De minimis and Direct Product Webinar   of December 16, 2015 Questions and Answers from   the De minimis and Direct Product Webinar   of December 16, 2015 11-Jan-16 11-Jan-16
BIS-0133 FAQ: EAR Definitions, Technology and Software, Fundamental Research, and Patents FAQ's related to the Federal Register publication "Revisions to Definitions in the Export Administration Regulations" 81 FR 35586, 6/3/2016 FAQ's related to BIS's Definitions rule 1-Sep-16 1-Sep-16
BIS-0134 FAQ: 600 Series Items FAQ's related to the 600 series items under the EAR FAQ's related to the military items under the EAR, i.e., 600 series 1-Oct-13 1-Oct-13
BIS-0135 FAQ: License Exception Strategic Trade Authorization (STA) FAQ's for key questions related to the use of License Exception STA FAQ's related to License Exception STA 1-Oct-13 1-Oct-13
BIS-0136 FAQ: License Exception GOV FAQ's related to the application of License Exception GOV, in particular the United States Government authorization paragraph FAQ's related to License Exception GOV 1-Mar-14 1-Mar-14
BIS-0137 FAQ: CCL Order of Review FAQ's related to the classification of items on the CCL. FAQ's related to CCL Order of Review 1-Oct-13 1-Oct-13
BIS-0138 FAQ: Specially Designed FAQ's related to making a determination whether an item is specially designed under the EAR FAQ's related to Specially Designed 1-Oct-13 1-Oct-13
BIS-0139 FAQ:   Self-determination of an item's jurisdictional and classification status by a foreign person FAQ's related to foreign parties making classifications under the U.S. export control system FAQ's related to foreign parties making classifications 1-Mar-14 1-Mar-14
BIS-0140 FAQ: Applying the definition of parts FAQ's related to classifying items as parts, inclduing various application examples to assist undestanding FAQ's related to classifying items as parts 1-Jan-15 1-Jan-15
BIS-0141 FAQ: Transition Issues FAQ's related to transitioning from USML to CCL, including where to find grandfathering provisions and applying for licenses during the transition period FAQ's related to transitioning from USML to CCL 1-Oct-13 1-Oct-13
BIS-0142 License Exception STA 740.20(g) determinations: pdf document includes table of items eligible for part of STA and some FAQs on the process Table identifying items determined to be eligible for STA pursuant to section 740.20(g) by Commerce, State and Defense Identification of items determined to be eligible for STA pursuant to section 740.20(g) 17-Dec-18 17-Dec-18
BIS-0143 Section 232 Steel and Aluminum Exclusions FAQs FAQs on Section 232 steel and aluminum exclusion process FAQs on Section 232 steel and aluminum exclusion process Unknown 19-Jun-19
BIS-0144 Introduction to the Commerce Departments' Export Controls Brochure for people who are new to exporting to provide them with a general understanding of the EAR and export controls Overview of the EAR and export controls Unknown 1-Nov-18
BIS-0145 How to Request an Export Control Classification Number Overview on determining an exporter's ECCN Overview on determining an exporter's ECCN Unknown Unknown
BIS-0146 Guidance on the Commerce Department's Reexport Controls Overview on reexports and determining whether an item is subject to the EAR Overview on reexports Unknown Unknown
BIS-0147 2011 Best Practices for Preventing Unlawful Diversion of U.S. Dual-Use Items Subject to EAR, particularly through Transshipment Trade Best practices to prevent diversion of dual-use items shipped to transshipment hubs or intermediate countries Best practices to prevent unlawful diversion 31-Aug-11 31-Aug-11
BIS-0148 Frequently Asked Questions to Export Licensing Requirements Brochure for people who are new to exporting to provide them with a general understanding of the EAR and export controls Export licensing FAQs Unknown 1-Nov-18
BIS-0149 Hong Kong FAQs FAQs supplemental to published rule regarding support document requirements for Hong Kong FAQs on licenses to Hong Kong 19-Jan-17 19-Jan-17
BIS-0150 SNAP-R FAQs FAQs on using the SNAP-R system FAQs on using the SNAP-R system Unknown Unknown
BIS-0151 Huawei Entity Listing FAQs FAQs related to Huawei Entity List action and Temporary General License FAQs on Huawei Entity List and Temporary General License May 2019? 18-Feb-20
BIS-0152 Huawei Entity Listing Temporary General License Extension FAQs FAQs related to the Temporary General License specific to Huawei FAQs related to Temporary General License specific to Huawei May 2019? 18-Feb-20
BIS-0153 Embassy FAQs FAQs related to exporting or reexporting to non-U.S. Embassy located outside of the United States FAQs on exports or reexports to non-U.S. Embassies outside the U.S. Unknown Unknown
BIS-0154 Intrusion and Surveillance Items FAQs FAQs related to public feedback on a May 2015 BIS proposed rule and changes to the Wassenaar Arrangement list in 2017 for intrusion software FAQs related to intrusion and surveillance items Unknown Unknown
BIS-0155 Russia Sanctions FAQs FAQs related to Russia industry sector sanctions implemented in Part 746.5 of the EAR FAQs related to Russia Sanctions unknown unknown
BIS-0156 Frequently Asked Questions on BIS's New Boilerplate License Language FAQs related to licensing condition language added since December 8, 2014 FAQs on license conditions for every BIS license 8-Dec-14 8-Dec-14
BIS-0157 Missile Technology FAQs FAQs related to missile technology export controls FAQs related to missile technology export controls unknown unknown
BIS-0158 Classification Request Guidelines Guidelines for commodity classification requests Commodity Classification Request Guidelines Unknown Unknown