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Guidance on Brokering (Trade) of Dual-Use Items

The updated Dual-Use Regulation (Council Regulation (EC) No 428/2009) which came into force on 27th August 2009, included new controls on the brokering of dual-use items.  Brokering means the buying or selling, arranging or negotiating transactions for the purchase, sale, or supply, of dual-use items located in one third (i.e. non-EU) country for transfer to another. The dual-use trade controls also apply to trade in software and technology.

These controls are separate and distinct from the guidance for trafficking and brokering of military goods.

For more information on the Dual-Use Regulation see the Controls on Dual-Use Goods

Current Guidance

This guidance is intended to assist those individuals and companies who are or may become involved in the trading of dual-use goods to understand the controls and determine when a licence will be required.

The guidance is outlined in:

Export Control Organisation: guidance on brokering (trade) of dual-use items - Council Regulation (EC) no. 428/2009PDF document (151KB)

 

This document includes information on the following:

  • The Legislation
  • The new controls on brokering of Dual-Use items (Trade Controls)
    • What is meant by "Brokering Services"?
    • To whom do the brokering controls apply?
    • Additional measures in the Regulation
  • Trade Licences and How to Apply for them
    • How do I apply for a Licence?
    • Points to bear in mind when applying for a Licence
  • End User Documentation
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Contacts for Further Advice
  • Introduction

See the Notice to Exporters 2009/17 issued about the planned legislative amendments.

 

Trade Control Guidance for Military Goods

Separate guidance is available on trade controls (trafficking and brokering) of military goods.

See: Guidance on Trade Controls: Impact on Exhibitions and Trade Fairs and Guidance on Trade in Controlled Goods (Trafficking and Brokering)

 

Licensing

More information is available on the different categories of Trade Control Licences.

 

Export Control Organisation

Updated: 27 August 2009

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