C-TPAT Advisory Services
C-TPAT Advisory Services
The C-TPAT (Customs – Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) Program is a joint initiative between U.S. CBP (Customs and Border Protection) and the private sector, which seeks to enhance international supply chain security through cooperation.
In a continuously globalizing marketplace, threats and vulnerabilities are ever more present; the participation of C-TPAT Partners provides an extra layer of security from threats emanating from abroad. C-TPAT Partners earn the distinction to declare themselves compliant with C-TPAT MSC (Minimum Security Criteria) and in turn, are given benefits that include, but not limited to the following:
Reduced CBP inspections
A chance for further mitigation for members for Penalty Fines arising from Importer Security Filing
Reprioritization of examination of containers at the Centralized Examination Station
Expedited Entry for FDA cargo
FAST Lane access for international border crossings conducted via Mexico and/or Canada
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Assignment of a SCSS (Supply Chain Security Specialist) that you may contact in case there is a delay with your cargo
We provide exceptional advisory services for C-TPAT certification, validation and annual review.
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All C-TPAT applicants are required to provide proof of financial responsibility vis-a-vis a Customs bond. If you do not currently have a Customs bond in place, we will be able to assist you with this process.
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We will generate a customized C-TPAT security procedure manual and instruct you, step-by-step, on how to properly implement required processes. We also assist in managing your online C-TPAT Portal account and will work alongside with you and your C-TPAT SCSS to address any further points and/or actions required to earn you a positive Certification.
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Upon obtaining a Certification status, C-TPAT Partners are to begin preparing for their Validation (physical site-visit). Along with the continued guidance in assisting with the implementation and maintenance of your C-TPAT compliance security procedures, we begin preparing you for what to expect when meeting your C-TPAT SCSS for the first time. Our Pre-Validation “Walk-Throughs” ensure your confidence in having all required criteria properly satisfied.
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As part of a C-TPAT Partner’s commitment to the on-going compliance of C-TPAT MSC, said Partners are expected to internally complete and submit (at the anniversary date of their initial Certification) an Annual Review Report. Prior to that point, we perform external audits of your procedures throughout the year and provide automated revisions to your C-TPAT security procedure manual as criteria change.
Get in touch to find out more
To find out if you qualify for the C-TPAT Program and/or would like additional information concerning our C-TPAT advisory services, please contact us.