ECCN 2B004
NSMTNPATHot isostatic presses having all of the characteristics described in the List of Items Controlled, and specially designed components and accessories therefor.
What This ECCN Covers
ECCN 2B004 controls hot "isostatic presses" (HIP) with a controlled thermal environment in a chamber whose inside diameter meets or exceeds the threshold in the entry, plus specially designed components and accessories. HIP equipment densifies and strengthens metal and ceramic parts, and is controlled for National Security, Missile Technology, Nuclear Nonproliferation, and Anti-Terrorism reasons because of its role in producing strategic components.
Who needs to check this?
Manufacturers and exporters of hot isostatic presses and related furnace/pressure systems, and service bureaus offering HIP processing equipment.
Compliance tip
Chamber inside diameter and the controlled thermal environment are the key parameters — verify against the entry, since smaller presses may fall outside. With MT and NP reasons, license exceptions are limited; apply Part 744 nuclear and missile end-use diligence.
Items Covered
- a.A controlled thermal environment within the closed cavity and possessing a chamber cavity with an inside diameter of 406 mm or more; and
- b.Having any of the following:
- 1. A maximum working pressure exceeding 207 MPa;
- 2. A controlled thermal environment exceeding 1,773 K (1,500 °C); or
- 3. A facility for hydrocarbon impregnation and removal of resultant gaseous degradation products.
Control Reasons
Items controlled for national security reasons under multilateral export control regimes.
Items controlled under the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR).
Items controlled for nuclear nonproliferation reasons.
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.