Export controlled data, materials, and activities

The information on this page is created in conjunction with The Office of Export Controls (OEC) to help Duke University researchers and staff remain compliant with U.S. laws controlling the export (or disclosure) of both goods and technology and with sanctions upon certain foreign countries. 

It is the policy of Duke University to fully abide by all federal and state laws and regulations that pertain to export controls, including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) sanctions and embargoes regulations.

What is an 'export'?

An export is defined as sending, taking, or transmitting an item outside the U.S., or releasing technical data (technology) to a foreign person within the U.S. or abroad. There are multiple ways something can be exported from the U.S. and care must be taken to adhere to institutional, sponsor, and federal guidelines.

Guidance for exporting goods & technical data (technology)

Controlled itemsExporting controlled goods, technology, and software may require further authorization from the U.S. government in the form of a license or license exemption prior to export. Access guidance for working with OEC to ensure compliance when dealing with controlled items.

Countries of concernCertain countries and collaborations with those countries are viewed by agencies and sponsors as being a higher level of risk than others. These countries have differing restrictions and sanctions and OEC should be consulted early.

Exporting goods, technology and softwareAccess procedural guidance for exporting goods and technology.

Know your recipient

Access information about restricted party screening, End-User-Certification, red flags to looks for, and dual citizenship.

Shipping logistics

Procedural guidance for shipping items internationally.

Fill out an Export Classification Request Form

Working with foreign nationals

In addition to physical shipments or transmissions from the U.S., “Export” also means releasing or otherwise transferring technology (or software source code) to a foreign person in the United States or abroad (a “Deemed Export”).

The following types of individuals are NOT foreign persons: U.S. Citizens; U.S. permanent residents (Green Card holders); Certain protected individuals who've been granted asylum in the U.S.

International travel

Please review the information in the links to the left before traveling to international destinations.  If you have any questions or concerns about exporting please contact export@duke.edu.      

If you are a student traveler please consult both the Office of Export Controls and the Office of Global Administrative and Travel Support

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