BISFinal Rule

Additions to the Entity List

TechnologyFinance & Banking

Summary

The U.S. Department of Commerce has added new companies or organizations to a government watch list that restricts their ability to buy certain American technology and equipment. This list is used to prevent sensitive U.S. technology from going to countries or entities that may pose security risks.

Key Points

  • 1The Bureau of Industrial Security (BIS) added new names to the Entity List, which blocks these organizations from purchasing controlled U.S. goods and technology
  • 2Companies and organizations on this list face restrictions on importing items like semiconductors, software, and advanced equipment needed for manufacturing or research
  • 3U.S. companies must get special government permission before doing business with listed entities, making transactions time-consuming and complicated
  • 4The rule is designed to protect national security by preventing advanced American technology from reaching potentially hostile countries or dangerous actors
  • 5Businesses that violate these restrictions can face serious penalties including fines and criminal charges

Key Dates

Published

October 9, 2025

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.

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