To whom is a classification request submitted?

A classification request is submitted to the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS). This agency, part of the U.S. Department of Commerce, is responsible for regulating the export of sensitive materials and technologies. When a company or individual is seeking a classification for items that may fall under export regulations, they must submit this request to the BIS to determine how the items are categorized and what licensing requirements may apply. This process is crucial for ensuring that exports comply with U.S. national security and foreign policy objectives. The BIS evaluates the request based on the nature of the technology or commodity, its potential uses, and the intended end-users to establish whether it can be exported and under what conditions.