Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List

/ˈspɛʃəli dɪˈzɪɡneɪtɪd ˈnæʃənəlz ænd blɑkt ˈpɜrsənz lɪst/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A U.S. Treasury Department's list identifying individuals, entities, and vessels with whom U.S. persons are prohibited from transacting due to sanctions imposed for national security or foreign policy reasons.
    Businesses must regularly check the Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List to comply with U.S. sanctions laws.

Forms

  • specially designated nationals and blocked persons list

Commentary

Often abbreviated as SDN List, it is critical for compliance in international trade and finance to avoid prohibited dealings.

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