High urgency

In the Matter of: Antonio Jose Melean Reyes, Inmate Number: 75982-510, USP Coleman I, U.S. Penitentiary, P.O. Box 1033, Coleman, FL 33521; Order Denying Export Privileges

Detected July 30, 2026 · in Export Controls & ITAR (DDTC / BIS / DFARS)

The U.S. Department of Commerce, Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) has denied export privileges to Antonio Jose Melean Reyes for a period of 10 years, effective November 26, 2025, due to his conviction for violating the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

Aforeworn detected this change in the Export Controls & ITAR (DDTC / BIS / DFARS) space on July 30, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. All U.S. exporters, freight forwarders, and brokers who may deal with Antonio Jose Melean Reyes or entities he controls. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Immediately; the order is effective November 26, 2025.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Export Controls & ITAR (DDTC / BIS / DFARS) continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.

What changed

Antonio Jose Melean Reyes is now denied export privileges for 10 years; any transaction involving him or his interests is prohibited without a BIS license.

Who it affects

All U.S. exporters, freight forwarders, and brokers who may deal with Antonio Jose Melean Reyes or entities he controls.

What you must do

Review current and pending transactions to ensure no involvement with Antonio Jose Melean Reyes; if any exist, cease participation and notify BIS.

Deadline

Immediately; the order is effective November 26, 2025.

Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/11/26/2025-21095/in-the-matter-of-antonio-jose-melean-reyes-inmate-number-75982-510-usp-coleman-i-us-penitentiary-po

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