C-TPAT Certifications for Importers

C-TPAT: Benefits

• Import processing time expedited

• Exposure to import fines reduced

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It’s Now the Law

You will have to implement C-TPAT in order to be an Importer in the United States.

As a result of the signing of the Safe Port Act, CBP addressed a number of deficiencies in Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) program. The Act codified the C-TPAT program clearly defining the benefits importers receive for each tier of participation. This program is no longer voluntary.

The Safe Port Act also put time limits on CBP for certifying Tier 1 applications and for conducting validations.  Validation by a CBP Supply Chain Security Specialist (SCSS) is required in order to achieve Tier 2 status.

Under the new guidelines, CBP must complete the review of C-TPAT applications within 90 days of receiving the application via the C-TPAT portal. If an application is found to meet the minimum security standards, the application is certified (via the C-TPAT website) and Tier 1 benefits may be realized. 

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