Export controlled or sanctioned countries, entities and persons. Microsoft is unable to provide legal advice to its customers. See the lists of export controlled or embargoed countries for guidance about where certain shipments may be sent. Commerce country chart contains a list of country restrictions. Limited sanctions program against specific individuals. Please note the exports, imports and tariff data are based on reported data and not gap filled. Eu limits on medical gear exports put poor countries and. Export controls international trade administration. Rpl certain repair and replacement parts for items already exported. India commercial guide international trade administration. Restricted or prohibited to import export read 10,000 or more in cash, a restricted number of goods and animals cannot be imported or exported, brought in to. Some countries regulate the import or export of strong encryption software by either a system of waivers, open general comprehensive or individual specific licenses. The united states is the 3rd largest export economy in the world and the 7th most complex economy according to the economic complexity index eci.
Department of commerce utilizes its global presence and international marketing expertise to help u. Embargoed and sanctioned countries research office oregon. The united states and other countries have limited the import, export, and use of encryption products due to the fact that they can be used to conceal illegal activity. The us department of the treasury now requires export licenses for the export or. In this section, well examine restrictions that result from patent law, trade secret law, import export restrictions, and national security concerns. We offer a suite of online tools called ups tradeability, which not only helps you understand and comply with trade regulations, but also helps determine the cost of your international shipments from the getgo.
Items, information and software subject to us export control laws and used in a university environment are generally categorized on the following two lists. Now you can minimize your export risks by using e2opens export management application to automatically screen partners against the most comprehensive database of restricted parties. Export controlled or embargoes countries, entities, and. Proactively managing imports and exports saves time and prevents problems down the road. The us department of the treasury now requires export licenses for the export or import of all goods, services, or technology to or from the crimea, with the exception of certain agricultural commodities, medicine, and medical supplies. Us government imposes comprehensive restrictions on exports reexports to huawei and its affiliates and issues executive order to secure information and communications technology and services in the united states may 19, 2019 by sylwia a. Also, federal regulations do not allow the importation of any species into a state with fish or wildlife laws that are more restrictive than federal laws. Export controls and requirements, certificates and permits, excise taxes, sanctions and prohibited goods.
It still requires import and export licenses for all remaining goods. Department of the treasurys office of foreign assets control administer export control regulations that affect some aspects of our. Export management software feeling overwhelmed by complicated, everchanging export compliance regulations. Customs restrictions of foreign destinations what you cannot take out of other countries. Merchandise trade summary statistics for united states usa including exports and imports, applied tariffs, top export and import by partner countries and top exportedimported product groups, along with development indicators from wdi such as gdp, gni per capita, trade balance and trade as percentage of gdp for year 2014. Sep 01, 2016 export controls for software companies what you need to know many u. The eus export restrictions make it vulnerable to other countries export restrictions.
However, part 746 of the ear sets forth a positive list of license exceptions which may be available for software transmissions to customers residing in embargoed countries such as cuba, north korea, syria and iraq. Embargoed and sanctioned countries office of trade. Export controls for software companies what you need to know. It is illegal in the united states to import, export, distribute, transport, manufacture or sell products containing dog or cat fur in the united states. This information is not intended to replace the ear but is intended to be used in conjunction with the ear to assist you in the export of ibm s hardware and software products. If you are contemplating activities in countries subject to import, export, or travel restrictions, contact the assistant director of export controls so that a. Pursuant to general prohibition six, license exceptions are generally unavailable for controlled software exports to countries embargoed under the ear. Although the data migration to the new look has been tested, users of this site are encouraged to notify the export and import controls bureau of any problems, issues or errors so that corrective measures can be taken. This new format complies to canadas common format for all government web sites. Department of commerce, manages this global trade site to provide access to ita information on promoting trade and investment, strengthening the competitiveness of u. The following countries are embargoed per united states export control regulations.
Customs prohibited items list that identifies which items cannot be brought back as souvenirs. Export controlled or embargoes countries, entities, and persons. In addition there are countries that also require a license to import encryption, or that ban the import of encryption. The export of cryptographic technology and devices from the united states was severely restricted by u. Lists of export controlled items, information and software. If payment is not received by cbp on or before the late payment date appearing on the bill, interest charges will be assessed upon the delinquent principal amount of the bill in accordance with 19 cfr 24. There are also numerous international resolutions governing the trade in and export and movement of. Export controlled or embargoed countries, entities, and persons. Customs and border protection cbp while primarily responsible for imports into the united states, cbp officers at various u. Sanctioned destinations bureau of industry and security. It is not just exports that are essential to economic growth and job creation but increasingly also imports. Export controls for software companies what you need to know many u.
Russia prohibited and restricted items fedex cross border. If you intend to ship or transact with any person or organization that appears on a restricted list, immediately contact stanfords export control officer. Click on the menus on the right for more information about export controls and how they may apply to researchers, international travelers, and use of cloud computing services. The united states imposes export controls to protect national security interests and promote foreign policy objectives.
Webbased application for submitting online applications for export permits and international import and delivery verification certificates, as well as to request amendments, submit online quarterly utilization reports for military goods, and print selected permits in. Fuels excluded, the eu imports more from ldcs than the us, canada, japan and china put together. Chile was the united states 32nd largest supplier of goods imports in 2018. Export policy and export restrictions information page 1 the u. Certain circumstances may indicate when an inappropriate end use, end user, or destination may be involved in an export or reexport. It is recommended that you contact a cbp import specialist in your area or at the port where you plan to import to determine what countries. Certain academic activities may be authorized, but require office of export controls approval. For example, restricting the export of a rare resource material and. After the failure of the embargo act of 1807 the federal government of the united states took. Indias software exports and rising hardware imports the.
Moreover, general prohibition seven prohibits the export of software transmissions, covered by the ear, originating from the united states, when intended for a banned purpose, such as nuclear proliferation. Foreign trade data the united states census bureau. Comprehensive sanctions prohibit virtually all exportsimports and other. Start by using the country commercial guide, a trusted resource for companies at every level of exporting experience. It is recommended that you contact a cbp import specialist in your area or at the port where you plan to import to determine what countries are. All export control classification numbers eccns are subject to change without notice. Contact office of export controls if traveling to iran. Export and contract compliance global export trade cisco. Below, under tools are links to the csl search engine, downloadable csl files, and the csl application programming interface api, all.
Embargoes sanctions crimea region of ukraine, cuba, iran, north korea, sudan, and syria prohibit all transactions including imports and exports without a license authorization. Since world war ii, many governments, including the u. Us government imposes comprehensive restrictions on exports. There are restrictions on the export of protected goods and items such as greenstone in its natural state, wildlife, antiquities, and works of art.
Fedex cross border is unable to ship prohibited and nonapproved restricted items on behalf of its customers fedex cross border has prepared a global list of prohibited and restricted items that apply regardless of a shipments destination. In no event shall ups be liable for any errors in the information, forms or features made available by ups, or by any third party site linked to from ups. Although microsoft cannot provide advice on export matters, you will find on this web site information you may need in order export microsoft products. Government agencies administer regulations that could also impact their export or reexport. Targeted sanctions prohibit certain exports of items, data andor software. While using the tmp or bag exception for earcontrolled items and software is an appropriate avenue when traveling abroad with earcontrolled items or software, taking off the shelf laptops, smartphones, flash drives, etc, that do not contain any export controlled or restricted hardware, software, data, or information is another, more. Importers, distributors, customers, and users are responsible for compliance with u. Prohibited and restricted exports new zealand customs. Endangered or threatened species of animals and plants. Capital goods comprise the largest portions of both u. Government has also strategically partnered with major corporations to help small and mediumsized u. Information provided by ups is provided as is, may not be current, and does not constitute legal advice.
Taking your device with encryption software installed to certain countries could constitute a violation of u. For details, see an example of the shippers export declaration and the electronic export information. Export controls for software companies what you need to. Only nz residents and citizens and their children and partners are permitted to enter nz this includes the realm countries the cook islands, niue, tokelau, australian citizens and permanent residents ordinarily resident in nz, airline and marine crew. Failure to make a payment or provide legal justification of nonpayment may result in suspension of immediate release privileges in accordance with 19 cfr 142. The eu market is the most open to developing countries. These export restrictions are particularly shortsighted given how reliant the eu is on imports of key medical supplies figure 4. All exporters must observe the specific licensing processes and policies of those countries. Comprehensive sanctions prohibit virtually all exports imports and other transactions. Export destinations are classified by the ear supplement no. Ofac sanctioned countries research and project administration.
The united states extends its export laws to items that originated or were produced in the u. Unfortunately there are multiple definitions, and the answers will differ greatly. Delivery of cisco cryptographic products does not imply thirdparty authority to import, distribute, or use restricted and non restricted encryption. For a list of the export controls that apply to the above listed countries, please refer to the countries of concern page on the export controls web site duke also maintains a restricted regions list of locations that pose high risk. International travel and activities, export control, office. Temporary entry restrictions are in place at the nz border. Stepbystep guide to exporting commercial goods from canada. Legal restrictions on cryptography web security, privacy.
Different rules apply to imports depending on whether they are commercial or noncommercial in nature. Foreign manufactured goods are generally exempt from the ear reexport requirements if they contain less than a deminimis level of u. Tmp certain temporary exports, re exports, or imports, including items moving through the u. If a country contains an x in the ns1 reason for control column, the export of a controlled item requires a license, unless an exception can be applied. France prohibited and restricted items fedex cross border.
A number of countries have restrictions on what items you can export or take with you when departing that country including, but not limited to. If foreign laws were violated in the taking, sale, possession or export to the united states of wild animals, those animals will not be allowed entry into the united states. The corresponding country pages are intended to assist exporters and reexporters determine the export and reexport requirements for sanctioned destinations. Understanding export and import restrictions international. In recent years the legal restrictions on cryptography in the united states have largely eased, while the restrictions in other countries have increased somewhat. The inability to develop a domestic hardware base, amidst rising demand, will impact the bop. B is a large list of countries that are subject to relaxed encryption export rules.
For the purposes of encryption, the following reasons for. Embargoed and sanctioned countries office of trade compliance. Complete information on the export regulations and filing. List of countries by oil exports notes edit the eu is included as a separate entity in the world factbook of cia because it has many attributes of independent nations, being much more than a freetrade association such as asean, nafta, or mercosur. With the rapid development of the technology sectors in many lowcost countries, more and more u. No imports, no exports, no financial transactions, no trade in iranian goods. If you are contemplating activities in countries subject to import, export, or travel restrictions, contact the assistant director of export controls so that a license determination may be made. All international travelers should be aware of the export and import restrictions of both the u. Export control export controlled or embargoed countries, entities, and persons what is being exported or disclosed to a foreign national, where it is going, and to whom it is being exported or disclosed, are important keys to ascertaining whether a transaction requires an export license. Countries with restricted entities on the ear entity chart 15 cfr 744, supp. Orpa can screen against lists of restricted parties to ensure compliance with sanctions regulations. In addition, certain countries are subject to either comprehensive sanctions or targeted sanctions. The world aggregation represents the sum of reporting and non reporting countries the data in orange represents mirror figures based on partner data.
These enduser and enduse restrictions arising from the general prohibitions usually prohibit a software transmission without a license. Top importers export by country 2018 in 2018 top importing countries were united states, china, germany, hong kong, china and united kingdom. India prohibited and restricted items fedex cross border. The export data are the universe of trade transactions data collected by the customs bureau during the exportation process, containing value, date, country of origin or destination, quantity, hs code, and other variables. Us government imposes comprehensive restrictions on. Tsr certain technology and software to certain countries. Export restrictions export tariffs taxes to protect domestic industry similar to import restrictions, export restrictions are sometimes used not only to generate fiscal revenue from exports, but also to maintain the competitiveness of a country s industry. Jan, 2018 indias software exports success has been offset by rising hardware imports. Oec united states usa exports, imports, and trade partners. Export of cryptography from the united states wikipedia.
The consolidated screening list csl is a list of parties for which the united states government maintains restrictions on certain exports, reexports or transfers of items. With its network of 108 offices across the united states and in more than 75 countries, the u. The government of myanmar maintains an unpublished list of restricted imports, but amidst recent reforms it is unclear what, if any, regulations are currently enforced. Some of the goods are absolutely prohibited for import and export whereas some goods can be imported or exported against a licence andor subject to certain. Determination of the relevant import controls for imported products is a key component of any import compliance program because it sets the stage as to what and how much u.
The united states exports more services than it imports. The foreign trade division ftd provides information on u. Antiterrorism column 1 cuba, iran, north korea, sudan, and syria as of july 22,2015 in addition there are countries that also require a license to import encryption, or that ban the import of encryption. Norway market overviewnorway market overview discusses key economic indicators and trade statistics, which countries are dominant in the market, the u. Microsoft products and solutions are available broadly in a large number of countries throughout the world.