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Strategic products

Strategic products are products with dual-use applications (PDA) and military equipment. When the University exports these types of materials outside the EU, export controls are required. You can find detailed information about strategic products on Aktum along with information about the types of situations where it is important to consider safety, what research is covered and how to apply for an export permit (UMU ID required).

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How to export strategic products?

Exports of strategic products beyond EU borders always require permits. The general rule is that no permit is required within the EU for transfer to another EU member state. The EU also has eight common general export permits to a number of predetermined destinations.

Find out what situations require considering safety, what research is covered and how to apply for an export permit.

Read more about strategic products on Aktum (UMU ID required)

Do you have questions about strategic products?

Advice and guidance on export control takes place via the following contact:

Latest update: 2025-07-09

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