OFAC SDN list and TRON addresses
Short answer. OFAC can list digital currency addresses next to a sanctioned person on the SDN list, and TRON addresses can appear there. The list is not likely to be exhaustive, so a miss is not a guarantee. Blocked virtual currency must be reported to OFAC within 10 business days.
What is the SDN list and why do addresses appear on it?
The SDN list names persons whose property is blocked. OFAC may add digital currency addresses "to alert the public of specific digital currency identifiers associated with a blocked person" (OFAC FAQ 562).
Can a TRON address be on it?
Yes, OFAC lists addresses by network and token, and TRON is among the chains. Search the official SDN list for the address or check it in the checker.
What must a US person do after finding a match?
A party that identifies relevant wallets should block the relevant digital currency and file a report with OFAC (OFAC FAQ 562). Blocked virtual currency is reported within 10 business days and then annually; there is no requirement to convert it to fiat (OFAC FAQ 646). For your case consult a lawyer.
Does a Tether freeze mean the address is sanctioned?
No. Tether's blacklist and the OFAC list are separate. An address can be on one, both or neither.
Key facts
| Fact | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Digital currency addresses may be listed | Yes | OFAC FAQ 562 |
| Listings are exhaustive | Not likely | OFAC FAQ 562 |
| Report of blocked virtual currency | Within 10 business days, then annually | OFAC FAQ 646 |
| Official list | SDN human-readable lists | treasury.gov |
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Frequently asked questions
Is it illegal to receive USDT from an SDN address?
This depends on your jurisdiction and facts. Ask a lawyer; this guide is not legal advice.
Does a clean OFAC result mean the address is safe?
No. OFAC says its address listings are not likely to be exhaustive.
How often is the list updated?
OFAC updates it when it designates persons; TRCBeacon downloads it every 24 hours.
Where is the official list?
On ofac.treasury.gov, in the SDN human-readable lists section.
Sources: OFAC FAQ 562 · Read as Markdown
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