Trade Talk: Navigating the World of Export Compliance

Trade Talk: Navigating the World of Export Compliance 

Session One: Introduction to the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) & Export Compliance Basics 

The U.S. Commercial Service and Connecticut District Export Council invite you to join us for a comprehensive webinar on understanding the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) and the fundamentals of export compliance. This session will provide an overview of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and their role in exporting U.S. goods and technology. 

Key topics include: 

• The mission of the BIS 

• Agencies controlling U.S. exports 

• BIS’s primary authority 

• Overview of the EAR 

• The Commerce Control List (CCL) 

• Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) 

• How to determine your ECCN 

• Identifying license requirements 

• Submitting license applications or commodity classification requests 

Session Two: Complying with the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) 

Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2025 

Time: 12pm-1pm ET  

Location: MS Teams Webinar  

Cost: $25 

The U.S. Commercial Service and Connecticut District Export Council invite you to join us for practical guidance on adhering to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Administered by the U.S. State Department’s Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), ITAR governs the export of defense-related articles, services, and technical data as outlined in the U.S. Munitions List (USML). 

This session will cover: 

• Overview and scope of the ITAR 

• Identifying what is subject to ITAR 

• Complying with DDTC registration requirements 

• ITAR licensing and exemptions 

• Voluntary disclosures, enforcement, and penalties 

    

Learn how to navigate the complexities of ITAR and ensure your business stays compliant with U.S. export control laws and regulations. The increasing trend of ITAR enforcement underscores the importance of compliance to avoid costly penalties and maintain operational integrity. 

Join us for these valuable sessions to enhance your understanding of export compliance .

Cost:

We invite you to customize the 2-part webinar series according to your training needs. You can join individual webinars or the entire series. See ticket options listed for pricing of individual webinars.

***Webinar platform will be Microsoft Teams, please expect an invite with webinar details within 48 hours of payment. 

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Questions?

Questions? Contact: Anthony.Sargis@trade.gov or Paul.Matino@trade.gov