Commerce Control List (CCL): Determining Export License Requirements

Understanding the CCL

The Commerce Control List (CCL) plays a crucial role in determining whether you need an export license from the Department of Commerce. It categorizes items based on their export control status, helping businesses comply with regulations.

Export Control Classification

If your item falls under the jurisdiction of the US Department of Commerce, you must determine its Export Control Classification. This classification specifies the license requirements and restrictions for your item.

CCL Supplement No. 1

The CCL Supplement No. 1 to Part 774 of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) categorizes items into ten broad categories: nuclear materials, materials processing, electronics, telecommunications, information security, sensors, lasers, navigation and avionics, marine, and propulsion.

Additional Considerations

Other agencies may also control exports subject to the EAR, including:

• Food and Drug Administration (FDA)
• Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA)