1B117 Category 1B

Batch mixers having all of the following (see List of Items Controlled), and “specially designed” “parts” and “components” therefor.

Category 1: Special Materials and Related Equipment, Chemicals, “Microorganisms,” and “Toxins”

Reasons for control

• MT: Missile technology
• AT: Anti-terrorism

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List-based license exceptions

Items

1. Items: a. Capable of mixing under vacuum in the range from zero to 13.326 kPa;
2. b. Capable of controlling the temperature of the mixing chamber;
3. c. A total volumetric capacity of 110 liters (30 gallons) or more; and
4. d. At least one 'mixing/kneading shaft' mounted off center.

Related controls

See 1B115, 1B118, and 1B119.

Notes

Note to paragraph d: In 1B117.d. the term 'mixing/kneading shaft' does not refer to deagglomerators or knife-spindles.

Source: eCFR, version 2026-08-01, retrieved 2026-08-20T04:04:59+00:00.