Export classification has always been critical, often called Job #1, but now it is even more important as industry undergoes export control reform. Based on recent policy changes, a new wave of controls appears imminent on “foundational” and “emerging” technologies. Against this backdrop, CTP consistently delivers fast, accurate commodity classifications at reasonable rates. We are equally adept with physical products, software, technologies, and services on both the USML and the CCL. Our project sizes range from highly specialized to bulk tasks with tens of thousands of items.

CTP understands the intricacies of export classification and can deliver dependable commodity classification results. The deep experience of the CTP team allows us to classify all exportable materials, such as physical items, software, technologies, and services. Our experts in the USML and CCL lists can determine the jurisdiction and regulations that will apply.

For over 25 years, CTP has helped hundreds of clients navigate the export licensing process. We provide jurisdiction guidance, classification determinations, advice on the use of license exceptions or exemptions, and line-by-line assistance to complete license applications. CTP is equally adept with both electronic export licensing systems: DECCS for items listed on the USML under the ITAR; and SNAP-R for items listed on CCL under the EAR.

CTP legal experts help clients with preparing the technical and the regulatory details needed to submit applications correctly, so that that they are approved on the first review. We understand how to best prepare Export Licensing documents that meet the exacting specification of U.S. Government personnel. Our team is made up of former BIS licensing officers, who maintain close ties with their government peers.

The key aspects of an effective Export Compliance Program are: Policies and Procedures, Training, Auditing and Remediation. As detailed in dedicated sections elsewhere on this site, CTP has both the technical and legal expertise to not only build an effective compliance program, but to launch it with effective training, measure its effectiveness , and refine it when necessary.

CTP experts guide clients through the initial customization process, working with their experts to tailor the solutions to the needs of each company. We strive to intertwine the new procedures with the existing processes so that they function smoothly and routinely together. We seek to instill, not install, every new compliance program.