Classification Details
| Category | 9 — Aerospace & Propulsion |
| Product Group | A — Systems, Equipment & Components |
| Description | Turbojet and turbofan engines, other than those controlled by 9A001, as follows (see List of Items Controlled). |
| Control Reasons | ATMT |
| License Exceptions | GBSLVS |
Items Controlled
a. Engines having all of the following characteristics: a.1. 'Maximum thrust value' greater than 400 N (achieved un-installed) excluding civil certified engines with a maximum thrust value greater than 8,890 N (achieved un-installed); a.2. Specific fuel consumption of 0.15 kg N −1 h −1 or less; a.3. 'Dry weight' less than 750 kg;
Related ECCNs
Export Control Context
Category 9 covers aerospace and propulsion systems including space launch vehicles, rocket propulsion, spacecraft, and gas turbine engines. Many items overlap with ITAR controls — exporters should verify jurisdiction before proceeding with a BIS license application.
Source: BIS Commerce Control List, eCFR Title 15 Part 774. This reference is for informational purposes only. For licensing determinations, consult BIS.doc.gov or a licensed export compliance attorney.
Cross-Source Intelligence
Fed Reg Amendments
5
CSL Entities
1052
Recent BIS Amendments
Streamlining Export Controls for Drone Exports
Export Administration Regulations for Missile Technology Items: 2018, 2019, and 2021 Missile Technology Control Regime Plenary Agreements; and License Exception Eligibility
Proposed Enhancements and Simplification of License Exception Strategic Trade Authorization (STA)
Implementation of 2021 Wassenaar Arrangement Decisions
Implementation of 2022 Wassenaar Arrangement Decisions and Request for Comments on License Exception Eligibility for Certain Supersonic Aero Gas Turbine Engine Component Technology
Related Export Codes (Schedule B)
Sources: BIS Commerce Control List (eCFR), Census Schedule B, Federal Register (BIS), BIS Consolidated Screening List