Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT)
The Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) is a voluntary US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) supply chain security programme. Partners include importers, carriers, consolidators, licensed customs brokers, and manufacturers. Members implement security measures across their supply chains in exchange for expedited cargo processing and reduced inspections. Minimum Security Criteria updated regularly. Over 11,000 certified partners processing 52%+ of US imports.
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Framework Domains (2)
Cybersecurity and Compliance
IT security and programme compliance
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| CTPAT-CC-01 | Cybersecurity |
| CTPAT-CC-02 | Business Partner Requirements |
| CTPAT-CC-03 | Trade Compliance |
Supply Chain Security
Customs security and risk management
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| AEO-SC-1 | Cargo Security |
| AEO-SC-2 | Conveyance Security |
| AEO-SC-3 | Premises Security |
| AEO-SC-4 | Trading Partner Security |
| CTPAT-SCS-01 | Physical Security |
| CTPAT-SCS-02 | Personnel Security |
| CTPAT-SCS-03 | Conveyance and Cargo Security |
| EU-CHIPS-SUP-01 | Supply Chain Monitoring |
| EU-CHIPS-SUP-02 | Crisis Assessment and Response |
| EU-CHIPS-SUP-03 | International Partnerships |
| EU-CRMA-SUP-01 | Strategic Benchmarks |
| EU-CRMA-SUP-02 | Strategic Projects Recognition |
| EU-CRMA-SUP-03 | Supply Chain Monitoring |
| NIS2-IA-7 | Supply Chain Security Policy |
| NIS2-IA-8 | Supplier Security Assessment |
| NRF-4 | Supply Chain Risk Identification |
| NRF-5 | Third-Party Partner Standards |
| NRF-6 | Vendor Risk Management |
| UKTSA-SC-01 | Supply Chain Risk Assessment |
| UKTSA-SC-02 | High-Risk Vendor Restrictions |
| UKTSA-SC-03 | Vendor Diversification |
| UKTSA-SC-04 | Third-Party Access Controls |
| WCO-SAFE-SCS-01 | Advance Electronic Information |
| WCO-SAFE-SCS-02 | Risk Management |
| WCO-SAFE-SCS-03 | Non-Intrusive Inspection |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT)?
Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) is a compliance framework from United States (CBP) with 2 domains and 28 controls. The Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) is a voluntary US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) supply chain security programme. Partners include importers, carriers, consolidators, licensed customs brokers, and manufacturers. Members implement security measures across their supply chains in exchange for expedited cargo processing and reduced inspections. Minimum Security Criteria updated regularly. Over 11,000 certified partners processing 52%+ of US imports. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) have?
Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) has 28 controls organised across 2 domains. The largest domains are Supply Chain Security (25 controls), Cybersecurity and Compliance (3 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) map to?
Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (C-TPAT) maps to 586 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are NIST SP 800-171A Rev 3 — Assessing CUI Security Requirements (43% coverage), WCO Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) Framework (39% coverage), C-TPAT — Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (39% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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