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OFAC $608k Cuba Sanctions Settlement

A U.S. logistics firm faces financial penalties after its Colombian subsidiary arranged unauthorized shipments to Cuba, prompting regulatory action and compliance reforms.

Ivan Golden by Ivan Golden
2 months ago
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  • Background of this Case
    • Unaware but Accountable
  • Summary of Settlement Details
    • Settlement Information at a Glance
  • What Led to the Violations
    • OFAC’s Findings and Broader Implications
  • Compliance Lessons for Businesses
    • Conclusion and Call to Action

Key Holding, LLC, a Delaware-based global logistics company, has agreed to pay $608,825 to settle apparent violations of U.S. sanctions on Cuba.

The agreement follows an investigation by the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) into shipments arranged by Key Holding’s Colombian subsidiary between 2022 and 2023.

 

Background of this Case

The Cuban Assets Control Regulations (CACR) restrict U.S. persons and entities from engaging in trade involving Cuba without proper authorization. These measures form part of the broader U.S. sanctions regime aimed at limiting resources accessible to the Cuban government.

In December 2021, Key Holding, LLC acquired Key Logistics Colombia S.A.S., a freight services company operating in Colombia since 2011. However, neither the U.S. parent company nor its new subsidiary had implemented a sanctions compliance program at the time.

 

Unaware but Accountable

Following the acquisition, between January 2022 and July 2023, Key Logistics Colombia managed logistics for 36 shipments destined for Cuba. The shipments, valued at over $3 million, included foodstuffs and equipment such as oil well machinery components and electric forage choppers.

Although most items were consumer goods, OFAC determined that the shipments violated the CACR. Importantly, the U.S. parent company was unaware of these activities until January 2024, during due diligence for a pending sale of its operations.

 

Summary of Settlement Details

The U.S. Treasury imposed a $608,825 settlement after considering various factors, including self-disclosure and corrective actions by Key Holding. The company’s response helped reduce the potential maximum penalty of over $4 million.

 

Settlement Information at a Glance

Item Details
Company Involved Key Holding, LLC (Delaware, USA)
Subsidiary Involved Key Logistics Colombia S.A.S.
Violation Period January 2022 – July 2023
Total Shipment Value $3,056,264
Number of Shipments 36
Settlement Amount $608,825
Maximum Possible Penalty $4,007,088
Mitigating Factors Voluntary self-disclosure, corrective action
Aggravating Factors Lack of compliance oversight, harm to CACR goals

 

What Led to the Violations

Several factors contributed to the violations:

  • The Colombian subsidiary lacked awareness of U.S. sanctions requirements.
  • Key Holding, LLC had no sanctions compliance program for its foreign operations.
  • Employees in Colombia arranged shipments without understanding their legal obligations.

Once informed, Key Holding ceased all Cuba-related shipments and introduced compliance measures, including mandatory training and automated shipment screening tools.

 

OFAC’s Findings and Broader Implications

OFAC classified the case as “non-egregious” due to the company’s cooperation and voluntary disclosure. However, the agency cited aggravating factors such as failure to exercise due diligence after acquiring the foreign subsidiary.

The case highlights how U.S. sanctions can extend to foreign entities owned by U.S. companies. Ignorance of compliance requirements does not shield businesses from enforcement action.

 

Compliance Lessons for Businesses

This case serves as a cautionary example for companies with international subsidiaries. To avoid similar penalties, businesses should:

  • Implement sanctions compliance programs for all operations, domestic and international.
  • Conduct employee training to ensure understanding of U.S. sanctions laws.
  • Utilize automated tools to monitor shipments for potential violations.

 

Conclusion and Call to Action

The Key Holding, LLC settlement reinforces the importance of proactive sanctions compliance, especially for U.S. companies operating abroad. With enforcement extending beyond U.S. borders, businesses must ensure foreign subsidiaries adhere to U.S. regulations.

For companies involved in global logistics or trade, this case underscores the value of timely compliance programs, employee education, and automated monitoring systems.

 

Sources: US Department of the Treasury.

 

Prepared by Ivan Alexander Golden, Founder of THX News™, an independent news organization delivering timely insights from global official sources. Combines AI-analyzed research with human-edited accuracy and context.

 

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Ivan Golden founded THX News™ with the goal of restoring trust in journalism. As CEO and journalist, he leads the organization's efforts to deliver unbiased, fact-checked reporting to readers worldwide. He is committed to uncovering the truth and providing context to the stories that shape our world. Read his insightful articles on THX News.

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