Export control restriction — license required for specified items
BIS Entity List, maintained by the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security, identifies 3,625 foreign parties subject to export licensing requirements for specified items, supporting exporter due diligence, restricted-party screening, and technology transfer compliance checks.
BIS Entity List is maintained by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), U.S. Department of Commerce. It contains parties subject to specific license requirements for exports, reexports, and transfers of items subject to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR).
Transactions with entities on this list may require an export license, with applications generally subject to a presumption of denial.
Legal Reference: 15 CFR Part 744, Supplement No. 4
This is a medium-priority list with secondary sanctions or restrictions. While not full blocking, enhanced due diligence is required. Certain types of transactions may be prohibited or restricted depending on jurisdiction and specific programs.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only. Data is sourced from official government publications and updated regularly. Always verify sanctions information with official sources and consult qualified compliance professionals for business decisions.
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