ECCN 2B226

NPAT

Controlled atmosphere (vacuum or inert gas) induction furnaces, and power supplies therefor, as follows .

Category: 2 - Materials ProcessingProduct Group: B - Test EquipmentLast Updated: 2026-04-10

What This ECCN Covers

ECCN 2B226 controls controlled-atmosphere (vacuum or inert gas) induction furnaces, and power supplies therefor, meeting the criteria in the entry. These furnaces melt and process reactive and high-purity metals and are controlled for Nuclear Nonproliferation and Anti-Terrorism reasons.

Who needs to check this?

Suppliers and operators of vacuum/inert-gas induction furnaces for specialty-metal melting and processing.

Compliance tip

Confirm the furnace's temperature, capacity, and atmosphere control against the entry. With NP among the reasons, apply Part 744 nuclear end-use diligence and verify the Country Chart before relying on a license exception.

Reviewed by Jack Tan · Last reviewed: Jun 5, 2026

Items Covered

  • 1. Capable of operation above 1,123 K (850 °C);
  • 2. Induction coils 600 mm or less in diameter; and
  • 3. Designed for power inputs of 5 kW or more;
  • b.Power supplies, with a specified power output of 5 kW or more, specially designed for furnaces controlled by 2B226.a.

Control Reasons

NPNuclear Nonproliferation

Items controlled for nuclear nonproliferation reasons.

Column 1: YesColumn 2: No
ATAnti-Terrorism

Items controlled for anti-terrorism reasons. Most items on the CCL have AT controls.

Column 1: YesColumn 2: No

Disclaimer

This information is for reference only. For official classifications, consult BIS or a qualified export control professional.

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