Does the License Determiner handle both ITAR and EAR regulations?

Yes. It is programmed to follow the strict 'Order of Review.' It first evaluates items against the US Munitions List (ITAR) and, if not found, proceeds to the Commerce Control List (EAR) to assign an ECCN or designate as EAR99.

Can it determine if a shipment needs a license?

Absolutely. After classification, the agent cross-references the ECCN, destination country, and end-user against the Commerce Country Chart. It identifies if a license is required or if a License Exception (like LVS or GBS) can be applied.

Is the AI's classification legally binding?

No AI tool provides a legally binding ruling; only the government can do that. However, the **License Determiner** provides a robust, documented 'Reasonable Care' defense. It generates a memo detailing exactly *why* a classification was chosen, which is critical mitigation in an audit.

How does it handle technical data security?

The agent can be deployed in secure, sovereign cloud environments (like AWS GovCloud) to ensure that controlled technical data (CTD) never leaves a secure perimeter, maintaining compliance with data security requirements for ITAR materials.

Does it update when regulations change?

Yes. The system monitors the Federal Register and other official sources daily. If a regulation changes-such as a new control on semiconductors-the agent updates its logic and can flag previously classified items for re-review.

License Determiner - AI-Powered ITAR & ECCN Compliance for Global Trade

License Determiner is an AI worker that autonomously classifies dual-use technology against ITAR and EAR regulations.

It applies the Order of Review to assign ECCNs, evaluates License Exceptions, and creates Defense Memos-compressing compliance cycles by 90% while protecting against $1M/violation penalties.

What is License Determiner?

Dual-Use Classification Engine. A high-performance valve for water systems might also regulate nuclear centrifuge flow; a standard microchip could power missile guidance. Single violations carry $1 million per incident fines, loss of export privileges, and up to 20 years prison for directors. This agent evaluates every product against ITAR and EAR regulations.
Deep Technical Analysis. Connects to PLM/ERP systems for CAD drawings, chemical compositions, encryption protocols, and performance specs. Uses NLP and computer vision to extract control parameters: "degrees per hour" gyroscope drift, "operations per second" processor speeds. Applies the "Order of Review" checking USML then CCL.
Licensability Determination. Goes beyond classification to determine if licenses are required. Cross-references ECCN against Country Chart, end-user, and end-use. Evaluates License Exceptions (LVS, ENC, STA) to enable immediate shipment where possible. Converts multi-day legal reviews into instant "Go/No-Go" decisions.
Deemed Export Protection. Monitors internal access logs to flag when foreign nationals from restricted countries access controlled technical data. Creates immutable Defense Memos citing specific regulatory sub-paragraphs to demonstrate "Reasonable Care."

Replaces:

Manual CCL index searches through Commerce Control List descriptions.

Subjective "best guess" engineering classifications with parameter-based AI.

Static Excel ECCN logs with dynamic centralized classification database.

Routine legal consultations for standard dual-use classification opinions.

Manual License Exception verification checklists (LVS, STA, ENC).

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Why License Determiner?

Mitigate Existential Risk. Export violations reach $1 million per incident with criminal prosecution potential. This agent acts as a firewall preventing non-compliant transactions from generating shipping labels, protecting firm's license to operate and leadership's liberty.
Accelerate Time-to-Market. Compresses cycle time by over 90%. Instantly analyzes Product + Destination + End User intersection for immediate "Go/No-Go" decisions. Green Lane shipments move as fast as non-controlled goods.
Institutionalize Knowledge. Eliminates "key person" risk if compliance officers leave. Embeds regulatory logic into digital infrastructure. Updates daily as governments issue sanctions or amend Federal Register.
Optimize Engineering Workflows. Speaks engineering language (specs, volts, frequencies) and translates to law. Frees technical talent from regulatory research while ensuring parameter-based classifications.

How It Works

Workflow Automation

How License Determiner integrates with your systems

Export License Check

Export ControlECCNLicensing

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Receives product data via webhook, parses ECCN/ITAR classification, uses AI to determine license requirements, checks country restrictions, and updates the compliance record.

Technical Data Ingestion. Connects to PLM/ERP for BOMs, CAD drawings, and datasheets. Extracts export-relevant parameters: encryption bit length, focal plane array resolution, propulsion thrust capability.
Order of Review. Compares attributes against USML for ITAR-controlled defense articles. If clear, proceeds to CCL for ECCN determination. Navigates "600 series" and "catch-all" controls.
License Determination. Overlays ECCN with Country Chart and screens end-users. Calculates License Exception applicability. Auto-populates SNAP-R applications if formal license required.
Audit Trail & ERP Write-Back. Writes classification to ERP, blocking or releasing orders. Generates Defense Memo with technical specs and regulatory citations.

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Core Capabilities

Automated ECCN Classification

Analyzes technical specifications against the Commerce Control List to assign accurate export control numbers automatically.

License Exception Logic

Evaluates transactions to identify applicable exceptions like ENC or STA, avoiding unnecessary license applications.

Deemed Export Monitoring

Tracks internal technology transfers to foreign nationals to prevent unauthorized access to controlled technical data.

Audit Trail Generation

Creates immutable Defense Memos citing specific regulations and technical parameters to prove Reasonable Care.

Who It's For

High-Tech Manufacturers

Deploy the worker to classify dual-use semiconductors and sensors. The agent ensures that civilian electronics are not inadvertently classified as military-grade, optimizing market access while preventing ITAR violations.

Aerospace & Defense Suppliers

Use the agent to manage complex Bills of Materials. It distinguishes between ITAR-controlled parts and EAR-controlled commercial components, ensuring precise compliance for every sub-assembly exported.

University Research Labs

Implement the worker to screen research collaborations. The agent prevents 'Deemed Export' violations by flagging technology transfers to foreign researchers that require government licensing.

Value Outcomes

Risk Elimination

85% fewer errors

Prevent catastrophic fines and criminal liability. Automated 'Order of Review' checks reduce the risk of inadvertent export violations by **85%**.

Clearance Velocity

90% faster review

Accelerate shipment processing times. Automated license determination reduces the cycle time for compliance reviews by **90%**, removing internal bottlenecks.

Audit Readiness

100% audit trail

Ensure 100% defensibility during inspections. The agent generates a complete 'Reasonable Care' audit trail for every transaction, mitigating potential penalties.

Cost Reduction

Reduced legal spend

Lower legal and operational overhead. By automating routine classifications, firms reduce reliance on expensive external trade counsel for standard determinations.

Strategic Value for Decision Makers

For the CFO

**Asset Protection & Liability.** Export violations carry fines of up to $1 million per incident. The License Determiner acts as an insurance policy, mitigating this asymmetric risk while reducing the operational cost of compliance teams.

For the COO

**Velocity & Continuity.** Compliance delays can stall shipments for weeks. This agent converts compliance from a bottleneck into a high-speed automated gate, ensuring our supply chain moves as fast as our production.

For the Owner

**Personal Security & Legacy.** In the current regulatory climate, directors face personal liability for export failures. This AI worker provides the 'Reasonable Care' defense necessary to protect your personal freedom and the company's reputation.

Why Export Arena

License Determiner is not a standalone tool - it's part of Export Arena's AI & Automation Department as a Service. Pre-trained on global trade nuances, from HS codes to geopolitical risk, it delivers strategic insights tailored to C-suite decision-making. We provide resilience as a service.

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