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April 26, 2012

Will the new UK exemption help your ITAR compliance?

Posted in ITAR, Export Control Reform Initiative

Earlier this month, DDTC made final a new exemption for certain exports to the United Kingdom in §126.17 of the ITAR. A quick look at the new 126.17 reminds me of the Canadian exemption (§126.5) in a number of ways.

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March 20, 2012

EVERYTHING is controlled by export compliance regulations

Posted in ITAR, EAR, OFAC, Export Control Reform Initiative

One of the big questions in the international business world is: “Are my products and/or data controlled by export compliance regulations?” The answer is ... YES! Most people are shocked to learn that nearly everything is export controlled.

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November 4, 2011

New method for DDTC payments

Posted in ITAR, Export Control Reform Initiative

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Apparently, DDTC has encountered some glitches in its new process for online payment of ITAR registration fees. Now the agency is offering an alternative method using FedWire. This brings the total number of ways you can pay fees electronically up to six, as follows:

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August 5, 2011

New guidance on dual and third-country nationals

Posted in ITAR, Deemed Exports, Export Control Reform Initiative

DDTC’s proposed new rule on dual and third-country nationals (DN/TCN) becomes final August 15, 2011. In preparation for the implementation of these provisions, DDTC has published a variety of guidelines and answers to frequently asked questions about the new 126.18 exemption.

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July 21, 2011

Day Three: Update 2011 Conference

Posted in ITAR, EAR, Export Control Reform Initiative

Here’s a recap of the third day of the BIS Update 2011 conference.  (Don’t miss our posts from Day 1 and Day 2.)  Looking for a comprehensive review of this year’s event?  Join us for our free webinar on Aug. 10, where we’ll recap all the highlights and answer your questions.

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