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Obtaining an Export License

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) regulates the export and re-export of commodities, software and technologies, commercial and military in nature. Some exports require a BIS license before you can ship.

Do you need an export license?
Export Licenses
Destination Control Statement
Export Control Classification Number ECCN and EAR99
Determining ECCN
Export Licensing Tips