This downloadable, updated itar document is an unofficial version compiled and provided for the readers convenience by the export compliance training institute. The international traffic in arms regulation itar is the defense product and service providers guide book for knowing when and how to obtain an export license. The international traffic in arms regulations itar control the export. International traffic in arms regulations, known as the itar. This halfday itar compliance training webinar provides a fundamental overview of the u. If your company falls under these categories, the following information will help answer some of your questions as to whether you need to become itar compliant and. The department of states directorate of defense trade controls ddtc has increased the fees it charges for registration required pursuant to the arms export control act aeca and the international traffic in arms regulations itar. In accordance with the arms export control act aeca and the international traffic in arms regulations itar, the directorate of defense trade controls dtc controls the export and temporary import of defense articles and services. As the government noose continues to tighten around our industry, it is crucial for all of our nasgw members to stay on top of all issues that impact our industry. Ddtc and bis revise definitions in itar and ear effective september 1. International traffic arms regulations itar abebooks. Itar stands for international traffic in arms regulations and is administered by the. This webinar is a specialty class and does not include a reference book. The directorate of defense trade controls ddtc, bureau of politicalmilitary affairs, in accordance with 22 u.
Ddtc implementation guide customs and trade automated interface requirements 4 general introduction this document is intended as a supplemental guide to the cbp customs and trade automated interface requirements catair, pga message set chapter also referred to as an implementation guide. Ddtc guidance on registration by manufacturers aug 29, 2016. From ddtc any person who engages in the united states in the business of either manufacturing or exporting defense articles or furnishing. Itar compliance training webinar global training center. International traffic in arms regulations wikipedia. This is the first increase in registration fees since 2004. Understanding the itar ear export control regulations regarding the release of controlled technology or technical data robert mchale, esq. Administered by the state department through something called the directorate of defense trade controls ddtc, this treaty is supposed to keep track of defense exports.
Overall, it is important to understand that registering with the ddtc to sell your products or services in the itar industry is not enough. Referred to as defense articles, such items are found on the u. Ddtc guidance on registration by manufacturers nasgw. These regulations are regularly updated and revised to reflect.
Directorate of defense trade controls, international traffic in arms regulations itar u. Government regulations that requires all manufacturers, exporters, and brokers of defense articles, defense services, or related technical data to be itar compliant. Itar regulations you need to know atf ffl bound book. Ddtc compliance actions itar compliance itar violations can be harmful to the national security and foreign policy of the u. This publication of the international traffic in arms regulations itar is intended to be a convenient reference guide for the reader. The international traffic in arms regulations itar and the export administration regulations ear are two important united states export control laws that affect the manufacturing, sales and distribution of technology. Mcvey williams mullen june2, 2014 the following is a checklistof key issuesfor companiesto consider in assessingcompliance under the international traffic in arms regulations itar. No one is entirely sure what defense article or defense data mean. Even though the information itself may not be subject to export control, the activity for which it is used may still be controlled such as a defense service under itar or a service to an. Please note the date of this article when using the table. Home programs government contracting course details. Today, the directorate of defense trade controls ddtc and the bureau of industry and security bis issued their long awaited revisions to definitions contained in the international traffic in arms regulations itar and the export administration regulations ear, as part of export control reforms. Department of state directorate of defense trade controls ddtc issued guidance meant to clarify who is required under the arms export control act aeca and the international traffic in arms regulations itar to register as a manufacturer of defense articles, which includes firearms and ammunition products u.
Attendees will gain an understanding of how these regulations impact your ability to do business in the international marketplace. To become itar compliant, you will first need to register with the directorate of defense trade controls ddtc. The bitar also contains a huge index, an appendix including portions of the arms export control act, a list of all itar amendments since 2007, and a list of all consent agreements published by ddtc. Itar and ear compliance can be problematic for a global corporation because the data related to a specific type. Itar it is the contractors responsibility to comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding exportcontrolled items. Information notice detailing ace deployment and user impacts. Should changes to the regulations take place, the regulatory changes. A specially designed oneday program for those with substantive experience in dealing with the international traffic in arms regulations itar.
The international traffic in arms regulations itar, 22 cfr 120 implements the aeca. Ddtc updates itar regulations occasionally to account for changes in the global security climate. As the global landscape changes, denied parties are added. The official versions of the regulations contained herein are set forth in the annual printings of title 22 of the code of federal regulations cfr, as. This book is a product of the department of state and is. Checklist of complianceissues underthe internationaltraffic in arms regulations by.
Political military affairs, directorate of defense trade controls, office of defense trade controls licensing dtcl. Ddtc is providing a summary handout of the changes to the itar that are coming march 25, 2020, via the recently published encryption rule and what they mean to the regulated community see 122619 news and events entry. Focusing on the wrong commodity jurisdiction can lead to significant missteps in your export compliance program. Under both the international traffic in arms regulations itar and the export administration regulations ear, the ability of persons or entities to release of controlled technology and technical data to foreign persons including those physically located within the united states is significantly limited without relevant licensing andor authorization. Activities that are not exports, reexports, retransfers, or temporary imports. While most companies know about the physical components that are covered. The official versions of the regulations contained herein are set forth in the annual printings of title 22 of the code of federal regulations cfr, as amended in the federal register fr. Directorate of defense trade controls ddtc determined on january 19, 2010, that actels rtsxsu fpgas are subject to the licensing jurisdiction of the u. Heres a basic checklist that exporters of ddtccontrolled items can.
Itar regulations you need to know best ffl software for. The updated, but unofficial, version of the itar is provided by ecfr. International traffic in arms regulations itar is a united states regulatory regime to restrict. Next, understand itar compliance, and follow these five tips to avoid costly mistakes. Defense trade controls ddtc announced it is amending the international traffic in arms regulations itar to exclude certain secure trans.
The itar are the regulations that implement the arms export control act of 1976. Itar international traffic in arms regulation by department of state and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now. Annotated itar national defense industrial association. Itar international traffic in arms regulation kindle edition by. About for books international traffic in arms regulation. Export administration regulations ear department of state directorate of defense trade controls ddtc international traffic in arms regulations itar as youll see below, the ear and itar differ in many ways. International traffic in arms regulations itar mit office of the.
The international traffic in arms regulations itar has been on the books. Itar registration for manufacturer and gunsmith ffls. Colleen hurson, of counsel at the volkov law group joins us for her first posting on the blog concerning export control reform measures applicable to the firearms industry. International traffic in arms regulations itar is a united states regulatory regime to restrict and control the export of defense and military related technologies to safeguard u. I indicated that, as a result of this determination, rtsxsu fpgas are now controlled under the. Books, maps, charts, pamphlets, and similar articles shipped by us government offices to us or foreign libraries, government establishments or similar institutions as provided in 15 cfr 30. The expectation is that you are educated and trained in itar regulations.
The department of state international traffic in arms regulations itar allows for a number of different types of licenses depending on what the item is, if its and import or an export, and if its temporary or permanent. Nssf statement regarding ddtcs guidance on gunsmith. International traffic in arms regulations itar is a set of u. We are here to help and support whether your company is completely new to the itar game or is a large multinational corporation that needs to augment existing staff. Publicly available information is excluded from export regulations under both ear and itar. Online shopping from a great selection at books store. Department of state through the directorate of defense trade controls ddtc administers the. For instance, when the terrorist organization isis became a threat, they were added to the list of denied parties. In other words, companies must register with the ddtc and know what is required of them to be itar compliant and then certify that they possess. We have a commodity jurisdiction cj determination that our product was not subject to the international traffic in arms regulations itar and was t. The requirement for firearms and ammunition manufacturers to register comes from section 122. Itar international traffic in arms regulation kindle.
Which defense contractors should register with the ddtc. If youre lucky, you have never heard of the international trade in arms regulation treaty, or itar. International traffic in arms regulations itar 22 cfr 120 updated as of january 1, 20. Comprehensive operational compliance programs include manuals that articulate. For all intents and purposes, itar regulates the sale, export, brokering, and temporary import of all weapons. The international traffic in arms regulations itar has been on the books since the 1970s, and companies have been trying to meet itar requirements for the same amount of time. Understand the itar ddtc public portal us department of state. From ddtc any person who engages in the united states in the business of either manufacturing or exporting defense articles or.
Munitions list usml, including technical data recorded or. Colleen has substantial experience in handling export control and sanctions compliance for clients subject to the state departments itar regulations and commerce departments ear regulations. Dfar companies that provide defense goods and services need to know the rules. Heres a list of itar exemptions that may apply to your product. Also included are over 600 footnotes to errors in the itar, section histories, cases interpreting the regulations, and practice tips. They are intended as an informal aid in applying the international traffic in arms regulations itar, itar 120. Defining these terms tends to fall to the enforcers at the ddtc. Excelerate is proud to offer itar and export consulting services for any size organization. Basic itar training course federal publications seminars. Cfius and mandatory notifications to directorate of defense trade controls ddtc. This document may qualify as a guidance document as set forth in executive order 891 and interpretations thereof.
1016 301 5 407 673 1415 1078 906 202 1215 547 754 1393 930 180 61 875 1215 238 330 1010 1171 109 229 982 328 171 238 1389 514 406 1470 1144 614 1461 97 104 1367 886 15 1364 302 437 488 751