U.S. Commerce Department Removes Turkish Entity from Export Control List
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The U.S. Department of Commerce has updated its regulations by removing one entity from the Entity List under the destination of Turkey. This change was published in the Federal Register on August 24, 2026.
The Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) manages the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). These rules involve controls on exports, reexports, and transfers of certain items.
The revised rule is effective from August 21, 2026. The specific entity removed is “Atempo Proje Taahhüt Ses ve Görüntü Sistemleri Anonim Şirketi İstanbul Şubesi, Bülent Ecevit Bulvarı.”
The Entity List notes entities that might be involved in activities threatening to U.S. national security or foreign policy. Listing an entity imposes extra license requirements on certain transactions.
The End-User Review Committee, made up of members from several U.S. government departments, unanimously decided to remove this entity. Their decision came after reviewing information and procedures outlined in the EAR.
The Export Control Reform Act of 2018 (ECRA) provides the legal basis for these updates. The ECRA supports regulations to protect U.S. national security and foreign policy.
The changes were made under various rulemaking requirements, but do not need public comments. This is due to the national security function and specific exemptions in U.S. law.
The BIS confirms there is no anticipated change to the burden hours of information collection due to this rule. This regulation involves an information collection approved by the Office of Management and Budget under control number 0694-0088.
The removal of the entity from the list is part of broader efforts to manage U.S. export controls effectively. These measures ensure that trade policies align with national security interests.
This update signifies the ongoing assessment and management of the Entity List by the U.S. Department of Commerce and associated committees. Their continuous review ensures that the list reflects current international and security considerations.
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