Webinar Overview:
This webinar provides an introductory overview of U.S. export controls as they apply to the commercial space industry. It explains the key differences between ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations), which governs defense-related space technologies like satellites and launch vehicles, and EAR (Export Administration Regulations), which covers dual-use items. Viewers are guided through the “order of review” process used to classify technologies—starting with the U.S. Munitions List (USML), then the Commerce Control List (CCL), and finally EAR99 if the item isn’t specifically controlled. The video also outlines the licensing process for each regulatory framework, including common forms like SNAP-R for EAR and DSP forms and Technical Assistance Agreements (TAAs) for ITAR. It offers practical compliance tips for space companies working internationally, emphasizing the importance of proper classification, registration, and export management programs.
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End Notes
American Center for Space Policy, Webinar with Jeff Cuskey – Recorded Webinar, YouTube (November 15, 2023), https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uDdQ1qnrKI4.