# Export Control Classification Number

*Last updated: 2026-06-26*

> The Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) is a five-character alphanumeric code that determines which U.S.

The Export Control Classification Number (ECCN) is a five-character alphanumeric code that determines which U.S. export controls apply to a given item under the Export Administration Regulations (EAR), administered by the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS). The leading digit identifies the commodity category (0–9) and the letter denotes the product group (A–E); together they define applicable licence requirements, permitted destinations, and available licence exceptions. A semiconductor component, for instance, might carry the ECCN 3A001. Items not covered by a specific ECCN fall into the EAR99 catch-all category, which generally requires no export licence – unless the shipment involves an embargoed country or a restricted party. For exporters and freight forwarders handling dual-use goods, determining the correct ECCN is a non-negotiable compliance step before any shipment.

**Source:** [https://www.bis.doc.gov/index.php/licensing/commerce-control-list-classification](https://www.bis.doc.gov/index.php/licensing/commerce-control-list-classification)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Export Control Classification Number |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 126 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-26 |
| Source | https://www.bis.doc.gov/index.php/licensing/commerce-control-list-classification |

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