Rule lifecycle · RIN:0694-AI84

Section 1758 Technology Export Controls on Instruments for the Automated Chemical Synthesis of Peptides

Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security — observed across 2 documents over 219 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.

In plain English

The Commerce Department restricts exports of automated peptide-synthesis machines and related technical information to prevent hostile countries from accessing advanced biotech manufacturing. If you manufacture, sell, or import this equipment, you'll need export licenses and must verify customers aren't on the government's restricted-party list.

First seen

Sep 13, 2022

Last seen

Apr 20, 2023

Latest stage

Proposed Rule

PRORULE → RULE

Stage timeline

  1. Proposed·Sep 13, 2022

    Request for Comments Concerning the Imposition of Section 1758 Technology Export Controls on Instruments for the Automated Chemical Synthesis of Peptides

    #2022-19430

  2. Proposed·Apr 20, 2023

    Section 1758 Technology Export Controls on Instruments for the Automated Chemical Synthesis of Peptides

    #2023-08269