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Current Issues / C-TPAT program
C-TPAT program
What is C-TPAT?
http://www.cbp.gov/xp/cgov/import/commercial_enforcement/ctpat/
C-TPAT is a joint government-business initiative to build cooperative relationships that strengthen overall supply chain and border security. C-TPAT recognizes that Customs can provide the highest level of security only through close cooperation with the ultimate owners of the supply chain, importers, carriers, brokers, warehouse operators and manufacturers.
Through this initiative, Customs is asking businesses to ensure the integrity of their security practices and communicate their security guidelines to their business partners within the supply chain.
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What are the principals goals aims by C-TPAT :
http://www.cbp.gov/... (see page 7 and 8)
What are the benefits of participation in C-TPAT?
http://www.cbp.gov/... (see page 13 and 14)
- A reduced number of inspections (reduced border times)
- An assigned account manager (if one is not already assigned)
- Access to the C-TPAT membership list
- Eligibility for account-based processes (bimonthly/monthly payments, e. g.)
- An emphasis on self-policing, not Customs verifications
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Who is eligible for C-TPAT?
http://www.cbp.gov/...
C-TPAT is currently open to all importers, exporters and carriers (air, rail, sea).
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How do I apply?
http://www.cbp.gov/...
ONLINE APPLICATION:
The C-TPAT application process for importers now requires online submission for all application information.
https://apps.cbp.gov/ctpat/
Step 1. Prepare a C-TPAT Supply Chain Security Profile
Step 2. Submission of your application
Step 3. After entering your online application Applicants will be directed to upload your Supply Chain Security Profile. The only acceptable file formats are limited to: .doc, .rtf, .pdf, and .txt files.
IMPORTANT: You must be ready to UPLOAD your Supply Chain Security Profile IMMEDIATELY upon completion of the online application.
Step 4. CBP Review Process
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Is there a guideline or recommendations to help a company implement a security plan?
http://www.cbp.gov/...
http://www.cbp.gov/... (FAQ)
Foreign manufacturers should develop and implement a comprehensive plan to enhance security procedures throughout their operations. These are general recommendations that should be followed on a case-by-case basis depending on the company's size and structure and may not be applicable to all. The company should have written security procedures in place that addresses the following: (please see link)
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Programme FAST (free and secure trade)
http://www.cbp.gov/...
http://www.cbp.gov/... (FAQ)
http://www.cbp.gov/... (Brochure)
Programme PAPS (Pre-Arrival Processing System)
http://www.cbp.gov/...
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C-TPAT validation process:
The purpose of the validation is to ensure that the C-TPAT participant’s international supply chain security measures contained in the C-TPAT participant’s security profile have been implemented and are being followed in accordance with established C-TPAT criteria or guidelines.
http://www.cbp.gov/...
For more Information
contact the Industry Partnership Programs, at
(202) 927-0520 or send an email at
industry.partnership@customs.treas.gov
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