Import Controls

Import Controls are a set of governmental policies and regulations designed to monitor, restrict, or prohibit the entry of specific goods into a country, primarily to protect national security, public health, the domestic economy, and to enforce international obligations like sanctions and non-proliferation treaties. These controls are a critical component of trade compliance, requiring importers to secure licenses, adhere to quotas, and perform due diligence to prevent the flow of illicit or restricted items, thereby supporting broader Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) efforts.