What is C-TPAT standards?

• Customer Screening Procedures The C-TPAT Third party logistics provider must have documented procedures to screen prospective customers for validity, financial soundness, the ability of meeting contractual security requirements, and the ability to identify and correct security deficiencies as needed.

What are the C-TPAT tiers?

Tier 1 means your application has been reviewed and approved and you are a certified C-TPAT member. Tier 2 means that U.S. Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) has inspected and confirmed your documented procedures and, therefore, you are both certified and validated.

How many companies C-TPAT certified?

Today, more than 11,400 certified partners spanning the gamut of the trade community, have been accepted into the program.

What is C-TPAT in shipping?

The Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) is a safety measure that the trade industry takes against terrorism. When shipping internationally, safety is of the utmost importance. The Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) is a safety measure that the trade industry takes against terrorism.

How do I get a C-TPAT certificate?

A: Businesses must apply to participate in C-TPAT. Participants complete an online electronic application on www.cbp.gov that includes submission of corporate information, a supply chain security profile, and an acknowledgement of an agreement to voluntarily participate.

How do I get C-TPAT certified?

What are the benefits of being C-TPAT certified?

CTPAT Benefits

  • Reduced number of CBP examinations.
  • Front of the line inspections.
  • Possible exemption from Stratified Exams.
  • Shorter wait times at the border.
  • Assignment of a Supply Chain Security Specialist to the company.
  • Access to the Free and Secure Trade (FAST) Lanes at the land borders.

Is UPS C-TPAT certified?

Working closely with U.S. and international government agencies, UPS Supply Chain Solutions understands the regulations and laws that govern international trade. As a C-TPAT and AMS certified provider, our security measures meet or exceed the latest requirements established by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Where can I find my SVI number?

In order to access your SVI number, login at the CTPAT site, locate the word “partner” at the top bar. Put your cursor on the word “partner” and a drop–down list will appear. Go to the “Status Verification” section.

How do I find my SVI?

The C-TPAT SVI function is accessed via the C-TPAT Security Link Portal found on the CBP web site. Access is available in the C-TPAT Security Link Portal for C-TPAT Partners who meet the criteria to be Status Verification Interface Participants (SVIP).