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5. Sanctioned Lists and Red Flags # Sanctioned Lists and Red Flags Learn how UNSC sanctions, export controls, and red flags help safeguard global trade. Understand key sanction lists and warning signs to prevent unlawful or high-risk transactions. Last updated on 25 February 2026 On this page - [United Nations Security Council Sanctions](#6ae98f55fe90d0df4618ca1ebae3b73f) - [Export Controls on Russia](#8532b13f3c2b900bb568c853c1a364e9) - [Understanding Red Flags](#386a665032ae956ec656b7e0a6e03a94) - [What You Need to Know About Nuclear Materials](#6e6749deb08ee62736d1d9a28b00526b) - [Unilateral Sanctioned Lists](#195081e70e6785dbff45c81adce215b8) ## United Nations Security Council Sanctions As a United Nations member state, Singapore implements all United Nations Security Council (UNSC) [Resolutions ↗ (opens in new tab)](https://www.un.org/securitycouncil/content/resolutions) through domestic laws.   These may include:  - Arms embargoes  - Restrictions on missile-related or nuclear-related goods  - Prohibitions on activities that violate UNSC decisions   If your business deals in strategic goods, you must ensure no transaction contravenes UNSC Resolutions.   Refer to the [United Nations Security Sanctions](/permits-and-licences/trade-controls-and-prohibitions/united-nations-security-council-sanctions/) page for more information.   **Important** Watch for red flags to ensure that your trading activities comply with Singapore’s domestic laws and UNSC Resolutions. Singapore does not enforce unilateral sanctions imposed by other countries.   ## Export Controls on Russia  To constraint Russia’s capacity to conduct war against Ukraine, Singapore has introduced export controls on items that can be used as weapons to inflict harm on or to subjugate the Ukrainians, as well as items that can contribute to offensive cyber operations: - Could be used as weapons  - Support offensive cyber operations  - Enable harmful military activity  More information is available on the [Sanctions and Restrictions Against Russia in Response to Its Invasion of Ukraine ↗ (opens in new tab)](https://www.mfa.gov.sg/Newsroom/Press-Statements-Transcripts-and-Photos/2022/03/20220305-sanctions) page.   ## Understanding Red Flags  Every member in trading community plays a vital role in safeguarding global security. Detecting red flags early helps you avoid involvement in prohibited or high-risk transactions, especially those linked to the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction (WMD).   You should always Know Your Customer (KYC) and understand:  - Who are you dealing with  - What the goods will be used for  - Where the goods are going  - Why are the goods required  Below is a helpful checklist. **Red Flags to Watch For**  Common customer and end-use/product red flags indicating potential risks in trade transactions. | | | | ----------------------------------------------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------- | | **Customer Red Flag** | **End-Use/Product Red Flag** | | Identity of the customer is unclear | Vague delivery locations | | Customer has little/no business background | Product unsuitable for buyer’s business | | Customer linked to military activity | Buyer unclear about domestic use/export or re-export | | Address similar to entities on UNSC lists | Goods exceed the destination’s tech capability | | Reluctance to declare end-use of the goods | Abnormal shipping route | | Requests unusual shipment/labels | Freight forwarder listed as final user | | Unfamiliar with product specs but insists on buying | Suspicious or inconsistent packing | | Declines installation or training, or maintenance services. | Installation requested in a restricted area | ## What You Need to Know About Nuclear Materials  Nuclear materials are extremely hazardous, tightly regulated and often linked to proliferation risks. Use the checks below before trading or shipping nuclear materials.    Checklists:  **Material-Related Questions** 

1. Is a sample available for analysis? 

2. What is the material’s form (metal, powder, liquid, gas)? 

3. If in solution, what is the concentration or activity level? 

4. What are the materials’ origin and history? 

5. Is isotopic analysis available? 

6. For manufactured units containing nuclear material, can the seller provide:  - Technical specifications  <!-- end list --> - Photographs  <!-- end list --> - Markings on the container  <!-- end list --> - Details of the acquisition  **Container/Transport-Related Questions** 

1. What are the dimensions/weight of the containers? 

2. Do the containers meet international safety standards? 

3. What markings are on the container? 

4. How much nuclear material is inside each container? 

5. Is the technical data proprietary or publicly available? 

6. What are the radiation levels at the container surface? 

7. What facility did the material come from? 

8. What safeguards are in place at the facility? 

9. How is the material removed? 

10. Who removes it? Is it removed by the facility’s or factory's employees?  ## Unilateral Sanctioned Lists  In addition to [United Nations Security Council (UNSC) sanctions](/permits-and-licences/trade-controls-and-prohibitions/united-nations-security-council-sanctions/), some countries impose unilateral sanctions.  While Singapore does not enforce the laws of other countries, parties in Singapore may be affected by unilateral sanctions imposed by other countries as they may have extraterritorial implications. Below is an overview of commonly referenced sanctions lists worldwide.   Note: The list below is for reference only and is not exhaustive. **Country**  **Lists**  **Japan**  [List of End-Users for Catch-all Controls ↗ (opens in new tab)](http://www.meti.go.jp/policy/anpo/englishpage.html)  **European Union**  [Common Foreign and Security Policy (CFSP) of the European Union Sanctions Policy ↗ (opens in new tab)](https://www.eeas.europa.eu/_en)  **United Kingdom**  [Sanctions, embargoes and restrictions ↗ (opens in new tab)](https://www.gov.uk/sanctions-embargoes-and-restrictions)  [Current arms embargoes and other restrictions ↗ (opens in new tab)](https://www.gov.uk/current-arms-embargoes-and-other-restrictions)  **United States**  [**US Bureau of Industry and Security** ↗ (opens in new tab)](http://www.bis.doc.gov/):  - [Denied Persons List ↗ (opens in new tab)](http://www.bis.doc.gov/index.php/policy-guidance/lists-of-parties-of-concern/denied-persons-list)  <!-- end list --> - [Unverified List ↗ (opens in new tab)](https://www.bis.doc.gov/index.php/policy-guidance/lists-of-parties-of-concern/unverified-list)  <!-- end list --> - [Entity List ↗ (opens in new tab)](https://www.bis.doc.gov/index.php/policy-guidance/lists-of-parties-of-concern/entity-list)  [**US Department of State** ↗ (opens in new tab)](http://www.state.gov/):  - [Nonproliferation Sanctions ↗ (opens in new tab)](https://www.state.gov/bureau-of-international-security-and-nonproliferation/nonproliferation-sanctions)  <!-- end list --> - [List of Statutorily Debarred Parties ↗ (opens in new tab)](https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=7188dac6db3cd30044f9ff621f961914)  <!-- end list --> - [International Traffic in Arms Regulations ↗ (opens in new tab)](https://www.pmddtc.state.gov/?id=ddtc_kb_article_page&sys_id=24d528fddbfc930044f9ff621f961987)  [**US Department of the Treasury** ↗ (opens in new tab)](http://www.treasury.gov/):  - [Sanctions Programs and Country Information ↗ (opens in new tab)](http://www.treasury.gov/resource-center/sanctions/Programs/Pages/Programs.aspx)  <!-- end list --> - [Sanctions Program and Country Information – North Korea Sanctions ↗ (opens in new tab)](https://www.treasury.gov/resource-center/sanctions/Programs/pages/nkorea.aspx)  <!-- end list --> - [Specially Designated Nationals List (SDN) ↗ (opens in new tab)](http://www.treasury.gov/resource-center/sanctions/SDN-List/Pages/default.aspx)  <!-- end list --> - [OFAC Recent Actions ↗ (opens in new tab)](http://www.treasury.gov/resource-center/sanctions/OFAC-Enforcement/Pages/OFAC-Recent-Actions.aspx)  Back to [Strategic Goods Control](/permits-and-licences/trade-controls-and-prohibitions/strategic-goods-control/) ## Other pages in Strategic Goods Control - [Strategic Goods Control Overview](/permits-and-licences/trade-controls-and-prohibitions/strategic-goods-control/strategic-goods-control-overview/) - [Brokering](/permits-and-licences/trade-controls-and-prohibitions/strategic-goods-control/brokering/) - [Import Certification and Delivery Verification](/permits-and-licences/trade-controls-and-prohibitions/strategic-goods-control/import-certification-and-delivery-verification/) - [Permit and Registration Requirements](/permits-and-licences/trade-controls-and-prohibitions/strategic-goods-control/permit-and-registration-requirements/) - 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