ECCN 1A005
NSUNATBody armor and specially designed components therefor, as follows .
What This ECCN Covers
ECCN 1A005 controls body armor and specially designed components — specifically soft body armor not made to military standards (and certain related items). Hard armor plates and armor manufactured to military specifications are generally controlled elsewhere (often on the USML under ITAR). This entry is controlled for National Security, United Nations, and Anti-Terrorism reasons.
Who needs to check this?
Manufacturers and exporters of soft body armor, ballistic vests, and protective inserts intended for civilian, law-enforcement, or security use.
Compliance tip
First confirm jurisdiction — military-specification armor and certain plates may be ITAR-controlled rather than EAR. For EAR-controlled soft armor, the UN reason adds destinations subject to arms embargoes; check the Country Chart and screen the end user, since armor is a common diversion concern.
Items Covered
- a.Soft body armor not manufactured to military standards or specifications, or to their equivalents, and specially designed "components" therefor;
- b.Hard body armor plates that provide ballistic protection less than NIJ level III (NIJ 0101.06, July 2008) or "equivalent standards".
Control Reasons
Items controlled for national security reasons under multilateral export control regimes.
Items controlled pursuant to United Nations Security Council mandates.
Items controlled for anti-terrorism reasons. Most items on the CCL have AT controls.
Disclaimer
This information is for reference only. For official classifications, consult BIS or a qualified export control professional.