Can EAR99 exports be exported to sanctioned countries?

EAR99 items can generally be exported without a license but exporters of EAR99 items still need to perform careful due diligence to ensure the item is not going to an embargoed or sanctioned country, a prohibited end-user, or used in a prohibited end-use.

What is EAR99 in shipping?

What is EAR99? Items not designated under the control of another federal agency or listed on the Commodity Control List (CCL) are classified as EAR99 (Export Administration Regulations). EAR99 items generally are low-technology consumer goods not requiring a license, however there are some exceptions.

Can I use EAR99?

Yes. Keep in mind that most consumer goods and low-level technology are designated EAR99 and are generally eligible for shipment under the NLR designation. Products with this designation will only require a license to certain prohibited destinations, end users, or end uses.

Is EAR99 an ECCN number?

According to BIS: EAR99 is a classification for an item. It indicates that a particular item is subject to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), but not specifically described by an Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) on the Commerce Control List (CCL).

Do you need a license to ship internationally?

The answer is usually “no” because about 95 percent of all items exported from the United States don’t require an export license. These laws and regulations determine whether or not you can sell your product to an international buyer, which countries you can export it to, and to which buyers you can sell.

How do I know if my product is EAR99?

If your item falls under the jurisdiction of the BIS and is not listed on the CCL, it is designated as EAR99. The majority of commercial products are designated EAR99 and generally will not require a license to be exported or reexported.

How is ECCN determined?

An Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) is a five-character alphanumeric key used in the Commerce Control List (CCL) to classify U.S. exports and determine whether an export license is needed from the Department of Commerce. An ECCN categorizes a product based on its commodity, software, or technology.

Is ECCN only for us?

Even though with the proper licenses in place a U.S. origin item “Subject to the EAR” can be shipped from the U.S., it remains under the export control of the U.S. indefinitely. Each ECCN consists of five alpha-numeric characters and a complete number identifies the technology level and capabilities of an item.

How do you calculate ECCN?

How to find the ECCN number?

1. Step 1: Find the ECCN Citation for your item using the Commerce Control Alphabetical Index: Go to https://www.bis.doc.gov/
2. Step 2: Find the ECCN Detail for the item you are purchasing:
3. Step 3: Review the technical specifications for the item listed under ECCN Citation.

Do I need an export license to ship to USA?

The answer is usually “no” because about 95 percent of all items exported from the United States don’t require an export license. As such, only a small percentage of all U.S. export transactions require licenses from the U.S. government.

Do you need a license to export ear99?

However, if you plan to export an EAR99 item to an embargoed or sanctioned country, to a restricted party , or in support of a prohibited end-use, you may be required to obtain a license. All tangible technology is at least EAR99 and therefore subject to export restrictions as identified above.

Are there any countries that are not allowed to use ear99?

EAR99 items may be exported to most countries except those under U.S. sanction and/or embargo. The current list of countries which may not receive EAR99 technology are: Cuba, North Korea, Sudan, Syria, and the Crimea region of Ukraine.

What does ear99 stand for in Commerce Control List?

If Your Item is Not on the Commerce Control List – EAR99 If your item falls under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of Commerce and is not listed on the CCL, it is designated as EAR99. The majority of commercial products are designated EAR99 and generally will not require a license to be exported or reexported.

Who are the countries that the US has an embargo on?

The U.S. export regulations restrict imports and exports to certain destinations without a U.S. Government authorization (called “license”). Embargoes sanctions (CRIMEA – REGION OF UKRAINE, CUBA, IRAN, NORTH KOREA, SUDAN, and SYRIA) prohibit ALL transactions (including imports and exports) without a license authorization.