OFAC sanctions program

Rough Diamonds (Kimberley Process)

The rough diamond controls implement the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme, prohibiting import of rough diamonds without valid certification and targeting conflict-diamond trade.

Program at a glance

Program codeDRC-DIAMONDS
Legal authorityClean Diamond Trade Act; EO 13348; 31 CFR Part 592
ScopeTrade controls / Diamonds
Designation volumeSmaller program; primarily trade-control rather than broad blocking sanctions

Who and what it targets

Trade in uncertified rough diamonds and conflict-diamond networks, with linked designations in the DRC and neighboring regions.

Relevance to AI agents

Diamond-trade compliance is a niche concern for most payment agents, but commerce agents handling physical-goods trade should be aware of the certification requirements for rough diamonds.

Screening note. A counterparty program match is not always a blanket block — the program tag tells your agent how to route the hit (hard block for terrorism/embargo, review-required for sectoral, etc.). SanctionsAI returns the program code on every match.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Kimberley Process?

An international certification scheme that controls trade in rough diamonds to prevent conflict-diamond circulation.

Is the diamond program relevant to payment agents?

Rarely, except for commerce agents handling physical-goods trade. It is primarily a trade-control and certification regime.

Compliance disclaimer. This page is educational and not legal advice. Program scope and current general licenses must be confirmed against the live OFAC programme page and, where relevant, by a qualified professional.

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