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title: What Is C-TPAT?
description: What is C-TPAT? The acronym stands for Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism.  Determine if joining is right for you.
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# [What Is C-TPAT?](https://www.weberlogistics.com/blog/california-logistics-blog/what-is-c-tpat)

 Written by [Weber Logistics](https://www.weberlogistics.com/blog/california-logistics-blog/author/weber-logistics) | Wed, Apr 17, 2013 @ 03:31 PM

(Connie Anderson is the SVP of Client Solutions)

What Is C-TPAT and Is C-TPAT Certification Right for You?

What is C-TPAT?  The acronym stands for Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism.  It’s a voluntary supply chain security program led by U.S. Customs and Border Patrol. 

The program started shortly after 9-11, when the U.S. Government stepped up border inspections of imported goods.  These inspections delay processing of imports from 1 to 2 weeks, slowing the importer’s supply chain and cash cycle.  To date, about 4,300 importers that want to avoid these Customs delays and support efforts to secure the country’s borders have completed C-TPAT certification.

Is [C-TPAT certification](https://www.weberlogistics.com/blog/california-logistics-blog/c-tpat-certification) right for you?    This paper may help you decide by reviewing the benefits of C-TPAT certification for importers.

 

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