Terms of Service

Last updated: May 2026

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using ECCN Finder ("the Website"), you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.

Description of Service

ECCN Finder provides information about Export Control Classification Numbers (ECCNs) and the Commerce Control List (CCL) for educational and informational purposes. Our service includes:

  • ECCN lookup and search functionality
  • Category and product group browsing
  • Educational guides and resources
  • Links to official government resources

Disclaimer of Warranties

THE WEBSITE AND ALL INFORMATION PROVIDED ARE ON AN "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE" BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

We do not warrant that:

  • The information on the Website is complete, accurate, or up-to-date
  • The Website will be available at all times without interruption
  • The Website will be free of errors or defects
  • Any information obtained from the Website will meet your requirements

Not Legal Advice

IMPORTANT: The information provided on this Website does not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Export control regulations are complex and subject to change. For official classifications and licensing decisions, you should:

  • Consult the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) directly
  • Seek guidance from a qualified export control attorney or consultant
  • Review the official Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
  • Submit classification requests to BIS when appropriate

Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, ECCN FINDER AND ITS OWNERS, OPERATORS, AND CONTRIBUTORS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES ARISING FROM:

  • Your use of or inability to use the Website
  • Any errors or omissions in the content
  • Any reliance on information obtained from the Website
  • Any unauthorized access to your data
  • Any penalties, fines, or legal consequences resulting from export control decisions

Intellectual Property

The Website's design, layout, and original content are protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. The underlying ECCN and CCL data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Industry and Security and is in the public domain.

You may not:

  • Copy or reproduce substantial portions of the Website without permission
  • Use automated tools to scrape or download Website content in bulk
  • Remove any copyright or proprietary notices
  • Use the Website's name or logo without permission

Acceptable Use

You agree not to:

  • Use the Website for any unlawful purpose
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
  • Interfere with or disrupt the Website's operation
  • Transmit any malicious code or harmful content
  • Use the Website to violate export control laws

Third-Party Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, including official government resources. We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of these external sites.

Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of the Website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with applicable laws, without regard to conflicts of law principles.

Contact

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at: [email protected]