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What are UK export controls?
The UK Strategic Export Control Lists form the basis of determining whether any products, software or technology that you intend to export are ‘controlled’ and therefore require an export licence.
What is an ECCN UK?
ECCNs are five character alpha-numeric designations used on the Commerce Control List (CCL) to identify dual-use items for export control purposes. An ECCN categorizes items based on the nature of the product, i.e. type of commodity, software, or technology and its respective technical parameters.
Do I need an ECCN number?
No. The ECCN and Schedule B number do not correlate, although you will need to know both when you make a shipment. Do all items have an ECCN? Many commercial goods are not on the CCL and do not have an ECCN.
What are export control laws?
They are the laws and regulations applied globally, regionally and by countries to manage the export of certain items like technology, chemicals or military goods. The trading of these items could pose a threat to national or international security.
What is a UK export license?
If your goods, technology, software, destination or situation is not covered by an OGEL, you will need to apply for a Standard Individual Export Licence (SIEL). SIELs are company and consignee specific, for a set quantity and/or value of goods.
Which are the two types of export control?
What are the export controls and what do I need to check?
- Commodity controls. This regulates the goods being exported.
- Prohibited destinations. Some countries may have embargoes or sanctions in place, which means you might not be able to ship goods there.
- Denied Party lists.
- End-use of your goods.
What is behind the UK’s Arms Export Control controversy?
The main controversy over UK arms export control policy during the last Parliament arose from the use of UK-manufactured arms in Yemen by Saudi Arabia. Concerns that UK arms may have been used to commit violations of International Humanitarian Law in Yemen led to calls from a range of quarters for the suspension of arms exports to Saudi Arabia.
What does the committees on arms export controls do?
The Committees on Arms Export Controls was reformed after the 2017 election. This draws together four select committees – international trade, foreign affairs, international development and defence – to scrutinise UK arms export controls and policy. Externally a number of organisations pay close attention to UK arms export licensing decisions.
Who is responsible for export control in the UK?
Secondly, since July 2016 responsibility for export controls moved from the defunct Department for Business, Innovation and Skills to the new Department for International Trade (DIT). The main controversy over UK arms export control policy during the last Parliament arose from the use of UK-manufactured arms in Yemen by Saudi Arabia.
When do you need an export licence for controlled military goods?
Guide to licensing requirements and restrictions for trade control and the export of controlled military goods, software and technology. An export licence is needed before the export of controlled military goods, software and technology and items on the UK dual-use list from the United Kingdom to another country.