International trade · 30/09/2025

Expansion of End-User Controls To Cover Affiliates of Certain Listed Entities

The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has issued an interim final rule (IFR) to expand end-user controls to cover affiliates of certain listed entities, aiming to address diversion concerns. The new rule applies restrictions to entities at least 50 percent owned by listed military end users or sanctioned parties, marking a significant improvement over the current standard.