ECCN 2B007
NSNPATRobots having any of the following characteristics described in the List of Items Controlled and specially designed controllers and end-effectors therefor.
What This ECCN Covers
ECCN 2B007 controls "robots" with specified characteristics — for example those rated for potentially explosive environments, radiation-hardened beyond a defined total-dose level, or designed to operate at altitude/temperature extremes — together with specially designed controllers and end-effectors. Ordinary industrial robots are generally not captured; control targets robots whose ruggedization suits them to weapons-related or nuclear environments, hence National Security, Nuclear Nonproliferation, and Anti-Terrorism reasons.
Who needs to check this?
Robotics manufacturers and integrators exporting specialized robots, controllers, or end-effectors for hazardous, radiation, or extreme-environment use.
Compliance tip
Standard factory automation robots usually fall outside 2B007 — control hinges on the specific ruggedization characteristics listed in the entry. Where a robot qualifies, NP controls limit license-exception eligibility; verify against the entry and screen the end use under EAR Part 744.
Items Covered
- b.specially designed to comply with national safety standards applicable to potentially explosive munitions environments;
- c.specially designed or rated as radiation-hardened to withstand a total radiation dose greater than 5 × 103 Gy (silicon) without operational degradation; or
- d.specially designed to operate at altitudes exceeding 30,000 m.
Control Reasons
Items controlled for national security reasons under multilateral export control regimes.
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.