The Office of Research Security & Trade Compliance provides best practices advice and hands-on assistance to the University community for compliance with U.S. trade regulations.
Planning a trip abroad? ORSTC is here to provide assistance with navigating the complex export control regulations.
The University of Pittsburgh has an Export Controls Management Plan developed with the assistance of the Export Controls Committee. The Office of Research Security & Trade Compliance is responsible for the implementation of this plan, as well as providing guidance and training on export controls.
To purchase goods/services, University departments should use a University-approved purchase order generated from the University’s PantherExpress System.
See this section for a brief overview of the three primary federal agencies that regulate the export of goods and services. Please note that application of these regulations to university business is very fact-specific and ORSTC is here to assist you.
Information on electronic processes, prerecorded training sessions, and requesting individualized training for your team.
International shipments of items, technology and software are subject to numerous import and export obligations. Failure to apply for an export authorization or to file correct export documentation and shipping documents can result in personal fines, confiscation, and/or incarceration and may also result in loss of the item/material being shipped. ORSTC is available to help you comply with the U.S. Federal export regulations.
The Office of Research Security & Trade Compliance (ORSTC) works with the Office of International Services to ensure compliance with U.S. Export Regulations by performing deemed export reviews of Part 6 of the I-129 visa application. ORSTC has developed an electronic process for these deemed export reviews through an application called MyEC.