Are all applications designed to run on mobile operating systems (“apps”) covered by 31 CFR § 560.540 of the Iranian Transactions and Sanctions Regulations (ITSR)?

OFAC's answer

The exportation to Iran of apps that are designated EAR99 or classified under export control classification number (ECCN) 5D992.c, as specified in category (8) of the [31 CFR § 560.540](https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-31/subtitle-B/chapter-V/part-560) List of Services, Software, and Hardware Incident to Communications, is authorized under 31 CFR § 560.540(a)(3), including apps downloaded via online app stores, to the extent not authorized under 31 CFR § 560.540(a)(1) or (2) or exempt. Date Updated: May 16, 2024