C-TPAT

Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT)

C-TPAT is a voluntary government-business initiative to build cooperative relationships to strengthen and improve overall international supply chain and U.S. border security. A secure supply chain aids in keeping our country safe. It takes the cooperation and diligence of all parties within the international supply chain to ensure cargo security.

CBP offers many benefits to becoming a certified C-TPAT member:

  • A reduced number of CBP inspections (reduced border delay times).
  • Priority processing for CBP inspections. (Front of the Line processing for inspections when possible.)
  • Assignment of a C-TPAT Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) who will work with the company to validate and enhance security throughout the company’s international supply chain.
  • Potential eligibility for CBP Importer Self-Assessment program (ISA) with an emphasis on self-policing, not CBP audits.
  • Eligibility to attend C-TPAT supply chain security training seminars.
All companies should verify the security guidelines of their business partners. These guidelines are available on CBP’s website in the links provided below. Please contact Beth Morris should you require additional C-TPAT information.

HELPFUL C-TPAT LINKS

More information on the Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) Program Security Guidelines and C-TPAT Minimum Security Criteria To Apply for a C-TPAT C-TPAT Validation Process

CONTAINER INSPECTIONS

The Seven-Point Inspection The 17-Point Inspection Conduct a Systemic Inspection Inspection Points Seal Inspection

C-TPAT REMINDERS

The seven-point inspection process for empty containers prior to the loading the cargo, as well as the seventeen-point inspection process for all trailers/tractors, should be followed. View the CBP’s container inspection presentation in its entirety here. All seals used to secure loaded containers and trailers bound for the U.S. must have an ISO 17712 high-security seal affixed and the seal must meet or exceed the current ISO 17712 standards for high security seals. You must have procedures in place for recognizing and reporting compromised seals to CBP or the appropriate foreign authority.

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With over five decades of experience and our international network and overseas partners, our clients see us as much more than just another service provider. They see us as a trusted extension of their company and a critical link in their supply chain.

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We are a certified and validated member of Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism.