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OFAC

US Office of Foreign Assets Control — the agency behind US economic sanctions programs.

OFAC administers and enforces sanctions against countries, entities, and individuals. Its Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) list is the primary screening target for US-connected businesses. OFAC enforcement is strict-liability — intent doesn't matter.

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Sanctions Screening

Screening customers, vendors, and beneficial owners against OFAC, EU, UK, and UN lists.

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