Export Regulations

U.S. Department of State

International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) - 22 C.F.R. §§120-130
Governs "defense articles and services" and related information (items and information specifically designed or adapted for military use).
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U.S. Department of Commerce

Export Administration Regulations (EAR) - 15, C.F.R. §§ 730-774
Governs “dual use” items and information, which are predominately civilian in character but have military applications.
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U.S. Department of Treasury

Office of Foreign Assets Control Regulations (OFAC) -  31 C.F.R.§500
Administers and enforces trade embargoes and economic sanctions.
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Export regulations apply regardless of whether the recipient of the information, technology or materials is unfunded or is funded by a grant, contract or other agreement; they also apply whether or not the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are cited in related award documents. If a researcher accepts export-controlled technology or information from a government agency, industry or elsewhere, the researcher is subject to ITAR or EAR regulations.

If a university researcher is unsure whether s/he may be receiving or generating export-controlled information, the researcher should contact the Export Control Analyst, Office for Sponsored Programs, for assistance. Export regulations may also apply, in the university context, to international shipping, international travel or university business transactions.