# Export control commodity coding

*Last updated: 2026-06-18*

> Trade compliance specialists and export control officers classify goods using standardized codes—primarily the HS code for customs purposes and the ECCN (Export Control Classification Number) under U.S.

Trade compliance specialists and export control officers classify goods using standardized codes—primarily the HS code for customs purposes and the ECCN (Export Control Classification Number) under U.S. export control law—to identify applicable restrictions, licensing requirements, and sanctions regimes. The classification determines whether an export license is required, which country or end-use controls apply, and whether items fall under dual-use regulations. In day-to-day freight operations, compliance teams verify this coding before each shipment; errors can trigger regulatory violations, cargo holds, or significant fines. This process differs from standard tariff classification in that it incorporates security-policy criteria beyond customs duties.

**Source:** [https://www.wcoomd.org/en/topics/nomenclature/overview.aspx](https://www.wcoomd.org/en/topics/nomenclature/overview.aspx)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Export control commodity coding |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 98 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-18 |
| Source | https://www.wcoomd.org/en/topics/nomenclature/overview.aspx |

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