CUSECO Training Practice Exam

The item that is not subject to the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) is the shotgun with a barrel length less than 18 inches. This classification is primarily due to the fact that shotguns and similar firearms fall under the jurisdiction of the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), which govern the export and import of defense-related materials and services.

Firearms with specific characteristics, such as barrel length, are typically regulated more strictly under ITAR rather than EAR, highlighting the distinction in regulatory frameworks based on the type of item and its intended use. In this case, the particular specification of the shotgun’s barrel length places it outside the purview of the EAR, enabling more stringent controls under ITAR, which focuses on military and defense-related exports.

In contrast, the other items mentioned—handcuffs, optical sights for firearms, and military-grade drones—are all subject to EAR regulations or other regulatory controls, as they may have civilian applications or are considered dual-use items.