eShipping CTPAT Certified as a Customs Broker and Freight Forwarder
Effective July 18, 2024, eShipping is now CTPAT certified (Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism) as a customs broker and freight forwarder. To the casual observer, this designation may look like just another business acronym, but for those involved in logistics and aware of ongoing market challenges, this certification is the gold standard for service providers who strive for best-in-class throughout their operations.
The CTPAT certification is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the eShipping team, who has diligently worked to meet the stringent requirements of the CTPAT program. This certification will provide several benefits to customers and partners, including enhanced security, efficiency, and reliability throughout the supply chain. Here are a few of the key advantages:
Reduced Examinations: CTPAT-certified logistics companies will benefit from a reduced number of CBP examinations and may potentially be exempt from Stratified exams.
Priority Treatment: During times of heightened security or customs inspections, CTPAT-certified companies are often given priority for front-of-the-line inspections, minimizing disruptions to the supply chain and ensuring more consistent delivery schedules.
Faster Customs Processing: CTPAT-certified companies experience expedited customs processing, including access to FAST lanes at land borders and shorter wait times at the Canada and Mexico borders into the United States. This leads to improved supply chain efficiency for customers.
Trusted Trade Partner: Foreign customs administrations with mutual recognition agreements with the United States will recognize eShipping as a trusted and reliable partner.
Partnership with U.S. Customs and Border Protection: Being part of the CTPAT program fosters a collaborative relationship with CBP and leads to quicker resolution of issues including prioritizing eShipping for business resumption following a natural disaster or terrorist attack.
Enhanced Security & Cost Savings: eShipping customers can rest easier knowing their goods are being handled in accordance with stringent security standards and enjoy savings associated with reducing the risk of losses and associated costs.
Improved Supply Chain Visibility: CTPAT certification requires logistics companies to implement robust tracking and monitoring systems. eShipping customers already benefit from visibility and transparency throughout the shipping process, but new requirements through the CTPAT certification enhance customers’ ability to track their goods more accurately.
Market Differentiation: Customers working with CTPAT-certified logistics companies like eShipping can use this as a differentiator in their own business, demonstrating a commitment to security and compliance, which can enhance their reputation and customer trust.
If your company is also CTPAT certified, eShipping would like to connect with you through the Status Verification Interface (SVI) portal. If you would like to verify our membership status, please contact us and we will gladly provide proof of our certification via a letter from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
For questions regarding our CTPAT certification, please contact Marketing@eShipping.biz to be routed to a logistics specialist.