This workshop clarifies export control obligations for quantum cryptographic technologies across US, UK, and multilateral regimes. Built for compliance teams navigating ECCN classifications, ITAR jurisdiction, and Wassenaar updates.
Quantum cryptographic technologies sit across multiple export control regimes simultaneously. A commercial QKD system may be classified under EAR ECCN 5A002, but if integrated into a military communications platform, it could fall under ITAR USML Category XI. Post-quantum cryptographic algorithms published as open standards by NIST are generally not controlled, but specific implementations optimised for classified environments may be. The 2023 and 2024 Wassenaar Arrangement plenary sessions added quantum computing components and QKD equipment to the dual-use control lists, creating new compliance obligations for companies that previously exported without restriction.
This workshop maps the classification landscape across all three regimes. Delegates work through real product specifications to determine the correct ECCN, assess ITAR jurisdiction, and identify UK Strategic Export Control List entries. The session covers Licence Exception ENC eligibility, deemed export rules for academic and industrial research collaborations, and the practical design of Internal Compliance Programmes for quantum technology exporters. Where controls diverge between the US, UK, and EU, the workshop highlights the specific differences and their implications for multinational quantum technology programmes including AUKUS and NATO DIANA.
Full Day Workshop structure with scheduled breaks. Content is configurable to your organisation's product portfolio, target export markets, and current compliance infrastructure.
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| 1 | Export Control Fundamentals for Quantum Technologies Why quantum cryptography sits at the intersection of multiple control regimes | |
| 2 | US Export Administration Regulations (EAR) and Quantum Cryptography ECCN classifications, licence exceptions, and deemed export rules |
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| Break, after 50 min | ||
| 3 | ITAR and Quantum Defence Applications United States Munitions List categories and quantum technology overlap |
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| 4 | Interactive Demonstration: Export Classification Walkthrough Full-day format only |
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| Break, after 60 min | ||
| 5 | UK Strategic Export Control Lists and Wassenaar Arrangement European and multilateral dimensions of quantum export control |
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| 6 | Compliance Frameworks and Practical Risk Management Building export control programmes for quantum technology organisations |
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| 7 | Q&A and Compliance Planning | |
Workshops are designed and delivered by QSECDEF in collaboration with sector specialists. All facilitators have direct experience in both quantum technologies and export control compliance.
Workshop design and delivery
QSECDEF brings world-leading expertise in post-quantum cryptography, quantum computing strategy, and defence-grade security assessment. Our advisory membership spans 600+ organisations and 1,200+ professionals working at the intersection of quantum technologies and critical infrastructure security.
Domain expertise and regulatory validation
Export control workshops are co-delivered with practitioners who have direct experience in EAR and ITAR compliance, UK ECJU licensing, and Wassenaar Arrangement implementation. This ensures workshop content reflects current enforcement practice and regulatory interpretation.
Sessions are configured around your organisation's product portfolio, target export markets, and regulatory jurisdiction. Get in touch to discuss requirements and schedule a date.
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