AI export control. Digicust

AI Export Control

Intelligent Trade
Compliance Engine.

4

Control Areas

85+

Sanctions Lists

200+

Countries

24/7

Monitoring

AI

Screen shipment for dual-use, sanctions, party KYC and licence triggers

Running product classification and party due diligence in parallel across EU, OFAC, UK, UN lists.

Sanction list controlEU, OFAC, UK, UN: no hits
Dual-use checkEU 6A002 threshold review
Embargo / country controlNo embargo trigger
Party due diligenceBuyer verified, ownership clear
Licence requirementEnd-use statement under review
Export-control decisionReview

The Digicust AI Suite supports export-control reviews across EU dual-use, national, US ECCN and other applicable regimes. Upload invoices, technical specifications, or master data to identify possible classifications, sanctions or embargo signals, and authorization questions. Results include their basis and uncertainties so teams can verify and document the final decision.

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Multiple Input Methods

Advanced Dual-Use Goods Detection & Compliance Screening

Upload product descriptions, technical specifications, entity information, or transaction details. Our AI analyzes everything to provide comprehensive export control compliance.

Document Upload & Analysis

Upload invoices or technical documents to start dual-use, sanctions, tariff-classification, and embargo checks in one workflow

One-click document upload

Automatic AI processing of all 4 areas

Commercial invoices, packing lists, specs

Complete export control analysis

Structured review results

Manual verification remains visible

Document Upload & Analysis

PDF

commercial-invoice-21374.pdf

OK

Dual-use checks complete

OK

No sanctions matched

Bulk Master Data Processing

Upload master data files to screen product catalogs consistently and route uncertain findings for review

Excel/CSV master data upload

Bulk processing of entire catalogs

Automated dual-use identification

Mass sanctions screening

Tariff classification for all products

Export results & integrations

Bulk Master Data Processing

CSV

master-data-2025-04.csv

→

12,438 products processed

!

27 dual-use items flagged

Dual-Use Goods Detection

AI-assisted identification of technical characteristics that may indicate controlled dual-use goods

Advanced dual-use technology detection

Military application analysis

ECCN classification determination

Controlled technology identification

Technical parameter evaluation

Multi-Jurisdictional Classification

Dual-Use Goods Detection

ECC

ECCN 3A001.a.7

EU

[EU] 0A017. Dual-Use

DE

[DE] AL 5A902

Sanctions & Embargo Screening

Screen supported sanctions sources, embargo indicators, and restricted entities using the available source data

Supported official sanctions sources

Country embargo validation

Entity List screening

Restricted party identification

Secondary sanctions analysis

Recorded source basis

Sanctions & Embargo Screening

OK

OFAC SDN, clear

OK

EU consolidated, clear

!

Country embargo, review

Product Screenshots

Bulk Export Control with Digicust

Run goods and party screening side by side, then review AI decisions, risk signals, and audit-ready results before accepting.

Digicust export control goods screening interface

Goods Screening

Screen product master data for control status, license requirements, risk level, and manual listing decisions.

Digicust export control party screening interface

Party Screening

Review sanctions results, risk levels, recommendations, and case links for business partners in the same workflow.

Advanced Export Compliance Technology

Our AI engine combines machine learning, regulatory expertise, and global trade intelligence to deliver the most comprehensive export control compliance available.

Multi-Jurisdictional Classification

Evaluates products against EU Dual-Use, EU ML, national lists (e.g. DE AL), US ECCN/ITAR, and CN control lists and keeps jurisdiction-specific classifications separate

Global Sanctions Screening

Screens supported official sanctions sources including EU, US OFAC, UN, and UK lists

Corporate Identity & UBO

Validates company existence and identifies Ultimate Beneficial Owners (UBOs) to detect hidden ownership risks

License Determination

Flags possible export or import authorization requirements for review

Unified Risk Scoring

Consolidates findings into a single Risk Score (1-5) with management summary for quick decision making

Current Data Validation

Checks the available regulatory and entity data and records the basis used for the assessment

Audit-Ready Documentation

Generates detailed compliance trails for every check, fully suitable for regulatory audits

JSON API Integration

Complete export control results available as structured JSON data for seamless integration with existing systems

3 Pillars of Compliance

Intelligent Trade Compliance Engine

Our system combines current source-data checks with regulatory intelligence to provide a unified risk assessment across three core pillars.

360° Business Partner Screening (KYB/KYC)

Ensure you know exactly who you are doing business with through comprehensive screening.

  • Global Sanctions & Watchlist Screening (EU, US OFAC, UN, UK, Asia)
  • False Positive Reduction with cross-referencing
  • Corporate Identity Verification & Entity Resolution
  • UBO & Structure Analysis (Ultimate Beneficial Owners)
  • Risk & Reputation Profiling (Adverse Media, PEP Detection)

Product & Transaction Compliance

Determine if your goods can be shipped, where, and what licenses are needed.

  • Multi-Jurisdictional Export Classification (EU Dual-Use, EU ML, national lists, ECCN, ITAR, CN)
  • Dynamic Destination & Embargo Checks
  • Granular Rule Checking (Luxury bans, Tech transfer)
  • License Determination & Authorization Flags
  • Intelligent Re-export Checks (US, EU, CN origin logic)

Advanced Risk Assessment

Move beyond simple 'Pass/Fail' to intelligent decision support with unified scoring.

  • 'Catch-All' Risk Analysis (WMD, Military end-use)
  • Cyber-surveillance & human rights violation risks
  • Unified Risk Scoring (1-5) with Management Summary
  • Strategic Risk Exposure investigation
  • Audit-Ready Documentation generation

Intelligently Applied Checks

We take into account origin country, shipping country, and destination country, together with embargo and trade-agreement indicators. The workflow can also trigger US, EU, or CN re-export checks to broaden the review beyond direct export rules.

Supported Lists

Supported Export Control Lists

JurisdictionRegulationOutput formatDescription
EURegulation 2021/821 (Dual-Use)[EU] 0A017EU Dual-Use goods. HS code to Dual-Use correlation
EUCommon Military List (GASP 2008/944)[EU-ML] ML6Wassenaar Munitions List ML1-ML22, applies to all EU member states
DEExport list (AWV Annex AL). Part I B[DE] AL 5A902National German controls (e.g. information security systems, drones) that go beyond EU regulations
USEAR/CCL (Commerce Control List)[US] 3A001ECCN-based dual-use control
USITAR/USML (22 CFR 121)[US-ITAR] USML VIII(a)US Munitions List, defence goods
CNExport control law / Dual-Use catalogue[CN] 3A001Chinese export control list

How it works

Jurisdictions are resolved automatically based on the country of dispatch.

  • Shipment from Germany → checks: DE + EU + WTO + UN
  • Shipment from France → checks: FR + EU + WTO + UN
  • Shipment from USA → checks: US + WTO + UN

A shipment from France is automatically checked against the EU Dual-Use Regulation and the EU Common Military List, even without a country-specific French list.

Yes, our solution checks not only ECCN and ITAR (USA), but also:

  1. EU Dual-Use numbers (Regulation 2021/821, Annex I)
  2. EU munitions list numbers (ML1-ML22, Common Military List)
  3. National export list numbers (e.g. German AL Part I B: 5A902, 5D902, 5E902, 0023)

Real Example

High-Performance Computing Export Control in Action

See how our AI handles complex dual-use technology assessment with comprehensive screening, license determination, and complete compliance documentation.

AI Accelerator Chip

High-Performance Computing Technology

Product Specifications

  • Advanced neural processing unit (NPU)
  • 120 TOPS AI computing performance
  • 5nm manufacturing process technology
  • Advanced cryptographic acceleration

Export License Required

ECCN 3A001.a.7

Electronic computers and related equipment having a composite theoretical performance (CTP) exceeding 0.5 weighted TeraFLOPS

AI Analysis Process

1

Dual-Use Technology Detection

AI identifies high-performance computing capabilities with potential military applications

2

ECCN Classification

Automated analysis determines ECCN 3A001.a.7 based on computing performance thresholds

3

End-User & Country Screening

Comprehensive screening against Entity List, denied parties, and country-specific restrictions

4

License Requirement Determination

Export license required for most destinations under EAR controls

Key Compliance Points

  • • License exceptions may apply for civilian end users
  • • No license exception for Country Group D:1 countries
  • • Additional ITAR controls may apply for military specifications

EU, national (e.g. [DE] AL), and CN classifications are also supported for the same product.

JSON API Integration

Complete JSON API Access

Access all export control analysis data through our comprehensive JSON API. Perfect for system integration and automated compliance workflows.

Available Data Points

Dual-Use Analysis

ECCN classification, control reasons, technical parameters

Sanctions Screening

Global sanctions status, restricted countries, entity screening

License Requirements

Export license determination, exceptions, compliance pathway

Risk Assessment

Risk scoring, red flags, compliance recommendations

Sample API Response

{
  "export_control_analysis": {
    "product_id": "prod_12345",
    "timestamp": "2024-01-15T10:30:00Z",
    "dual_use_goods": {
      "is_controlled": true,
      "eccn": "3A001.a.7",
      "control_reasons": ["NS", "AT"],
      "military_applications": [
        "High-performance computing",
        "Weapons guidance systems"
      ]
    },
    "sanctions_screening": {
      "overall_status": "CLEARED",
      "restricted_countries": ["CN", "RU", "IR"],
      "entity_list_matches": [],
      "sanctions_programs": ["EAR", "OFAC"]
    },
    "license_determination": {
      "license_required": true,
      "license_exceptions": ["CIV", "TSR"],
      "restricted_destinations": ["Country Group D:1"],
      "estimated_processing_time": "45-60 days"
    },
    "risk_assessment": {
      "overall_risk": "HIGH",
      "risk_factors": [
        "High-performance computing threshold",
        "Dual-use technology",
        "Controlled destination"
      ],
      "compliance_score": 85,
      "red_flags": []
    }
  }
}

Industry Solutions

Export Control for Every Industry

From defense contractors to technology companies, our AI export control serves every sector with precision compliance and risk assessment.

Defense & Aerospace

  • Dual-use technology export compliance
  • ITAR-controlled article screening
  • Military end-user verification
  • Technology transfer compliance
  • International collaboration vetting

Free Tool

Free Export Control Check

Check if your products are subject to export controls and dual-use regulations

Example

Export Control

Instant Results

Product and trade route

5-axis CNC milling machine · Austria to Singapore

Control overview

Relevant control indicators summarized

  • Regimes, embargoes, and dual-use signals
  • Suggested control codes and next steps

Frequently Asked Questions

Our AI analyzes product descriptions, technical specifications, and performance parameters to identify goods and technologies that could have both civilian and military applications. It cross-references against EU Dual-Use, national export lists, and US Commerce Control Lists and applies machine learning to detect potential dual-use characteristics.

Supported sources include major official lists such as OFAC SDN, the BIS Entity List, the EU Consolidated List, and UN Security Council sanctions. The interface should show which sources and data versions were used for a screening.

The system analyzes technical parameters against Commerce Control List criteria and provides possible ECCN suggestions, confidence information, and reasoning. Human review is recommended, and EU or national classifications must be assessed separately.

The system can flag possible authorization requirements based on the supplied classification, destination, end-user, and intended use. A final determination requires verification against current rules and may require an authority or export-control expert.

Our comprehensive JSON API provides all export control analysis data in structured format, including dual-use classification, sanctions screening results, license requirements, and risk assessments. Perfect for automating compliance workflows and system integration.

The AI identifies potential red flags and suspicious patterns in export transactions, including unusual shipping routes, inconsistent end-user information, cash payment patterns, and other indicators that may suggest export control violations or evasion attempts.

Integration

Seamless integration

Connect Digicust with your leading customs software providers for streamlined operations

ERP & TMS
Systems
Any software
via API

Protocols

REST APISFTPEmailEDIMCP

Integration types

ERPTMSE-CommerceCRM

Testimonials

Trusted by industry leaders

Real results from real companies transforming their customs operations

ZLS Logistik Service

90% Time Saved

"We reduced our processing time from 3-4 hours to just 10-15 minutes per declaration. The efficiency gains are remarkable."
ZLS Logistik ServiceZLS Zoll und Logistikservice GmbH
Read the ZLS case study

Master customs and trade compliance workflows with agentic AI.

From source data to an approved customs result

Evidence-led export-control screening and decision support

Digicust reduces research and documentation work across configured jurisdictions without presenting an AI result as the final legal decision.

01

Inputs

Technical product data, tariff codes, parties, destination, origin, end use, route, transaction details and available licence information.

02

Automated workflow

Normalize the case, identify potentially relevant controls, retrieve configured sources, evaluate red flags and assemble a reasoned review file.

03

Checks and sources

Configured EU, national and international control lists, embargo context, end-use and end-user indicators, licences and re-export considerations.

04

Outputs

Potential control references, evidence, unanswered questions, red flags, licence considerations and a structured reviewer decision record.

Automation and human control

AI supports research, comparison and documentation. The qualified responsible person determines classification, licensing and transaction release.

Illustrative workflow

A technical product description indicates a possible dual-use parameter. Digicust identifies the relevant source and missing specification for expert review.