Controls on Certain Laboratory Equipment and Related Technology To Address Dual Use Concerns About Biotechnology
bis-export-control · Bureau of Industry and Security · Published 2025-01-16 · Effective 2025-01-16 · 90 FR 4612
Document
Document number
2025-00723
Federal Register citation
90 FR 4612
CFR reference
15 CFR 740
Type
Rule
Action
Interim final rule.
Category
bis-export-control
Sub-agency
Bureau of Industry and Security
Publication date
2025-01-16
Effective date
2025-01-16
Commerce docket
Docket No. 250108-0012
Abstract
With this interim final rule (IFR), the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) is revising the Export Administration Regulations (EAR) to address the accelerating development and deployment of advanced biotechnology tools contrary to U.S. national security and foreign policy interests. This rule institutes new controls on certain biotechnology equipment and related technology. It further solicits public comments on the changes it implements.