Export Control Menu
ORP Menu
Export Control Policies
Policies
On this page, you will find information about the current processes, procedures, and required reviews for certain foreign transactions. These requirements are outlined in the University policies listed below.
General Export Compliance
Sponsored Research
University Travel
U.S. Export Regulations
Export Administration Regulations (EAR):
- Administered by the Department of Commerce
- Controls “dual-use” items and technology (items that have both commercial and military or proliferation applications)
- Classifies items with Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCN)
International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR)
- Administered by the Department of State
- Controls military items and technology, including defense services
- Classifies items by United States Munitions List (USML) category
Office of Foreign Asset Controls OFAC
- Administered by the Department of the Treasury
- Enforces economic and trade sanctions against specific foreign countries, terrorists, international narcotics traffickers, and other targeted individuals and entities
Questions?
If you are unsure how U.S. export control laws and regulations apply to your specific activities, we are here to help. Please contact the Office of Export Compliance at export@psu.edu.
Office for Research Protections
Address
200 Innovation Blvd.
Suite 110
University Park, PA 16802
The Office for Research Protections (ORP) ensures that research at the University is conducted in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and guidelines that protect human participants, animals, students, and personnel involved with research.