The basis we found for writing on the above topic is in regards to general ITAR-related discussions on various platforms or forums.
If it weren’t for these forums, we wouldn’t have an iota of assumption of how much it can take to ignore various companies.
For the uninitiated, ITAR or International Traffic in Arms and Regulations is an export control law. It is a LAW, not a certification standard as many assume. We want you to have a clear understanding of the regulations that depend on the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) of the US Department of State.
The regulation requires an exporter to fully comply with ITAR if it is in a company in which defense articles, services or technical data are marketed. Failure to comply with these regulations would amount to civil or criminal penalties, 20 years in rigorous prison to be the worst. If this weren’t enough, a tarnished reputation for life would definitely highlight the case.
By now, you may have understood or slightly developed an idea regarding the ramifications associated with violating US export regulations.
How to comply with the ITAR regulations?
Most importantly, a company needs ITAR compliance under all conditions. Regardless of what was said on the Internet or the suggestions offered by so-called experts, you need professional advice.
First, a legal explanation helps you understand the policies that you and your company employees need to understand. Since responsibility is not only owned by top management, it must be educated, trained, and employee-oriented.
Second, the integrity of compliance would lose its momentum if all employees are not aware of the regulations. For proper maintenance of compliance measures, especially in conjunction with US export control regulations, accountability must be established.
Third, critical monitoring of trading partners, carriers, and countries is vital to compliance measures. Also, one should be notified about the possible risks / penalties for violating the established regulations.
Who can provide / provide counseling or services (if applicable)?
For your information, if you are an exporter, you also need to know the ECCN classification of products that require permission to be exported. However, considering your decent knowledge on the subject, we recommend that you seek out a business compliance consultant. Its full range of services would be tailored to the requirements of your organization and employees.
Basically, a consultant provides a framework, tools, services, and various resources to your organization. As a result, you can avoid legal problems in the sanctions and punishments given by the judiciary.
How to find reliable consultants?
The Internet is a colossal information place about various products and services offered by providers. You can check the search engines and find consultants in all departments, be it ECCN or HTS classification, export control regulations, export compliance software or any related topic.
Browse websites for information on vendors, vendors, or companies. Talk to them through online messaging, Skype, Facebook, or any other message exchange platform.