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ITAR
The U.S. regulations, administered by the State Department, that control the export of defense articles, services, and technical data listed on the U.S. Munitions List. Sharing controlled technical data with a foreign person can itself count as an export.
The U.S. regulations, administered by the State Department, that control the export of defense articles, services, and technical data listed on the U.S. Munitions List. Sharing controlled technical data with a foreign person can itself count as an export.
Why it matters
ITAR controls defense articles and technical data on the USML; for any company touching them, an ITAR misstep — including sharing data with a foreign person — is a serious legal exposure.
Standards & authorities
- International Traffic in Arms Regulations (22 CFR 120-130)
- U.S. Munitions List (22 CFR 121)
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Frequently asked
What is ITAR?
The U.S. regulations, administered by the State Department, that control the export of defense articles, services, and technical data listed on the U.S. Munitions List. Sharing controlled technical data with a foreign person can itself count as an export.
Why does ITAR matter for defense and counter-UAS operators?
ITAR controls defense articles and technical data on the USML; for any company touching them, an ITAR misstep — including sharing data with a foreign person — is a serious legal exposure.
What standard or authority governs ITAR?
ITAR is defined or governed by International Traffic in Arms Regulations (22 CFR 120-130), U.S. Munitions List (22 CFR 121).