CTPAT Audit & Compliance

CTPAT Audit & ComplianceQIMA’s CTPAT audit helps you safeguard your supply chain, detect vulnerabilities, and apply targeted security measures. Learn how we help you meet CTPAT requirements. Download a Sample ReportConsumer ProductsCTPAT Audit & ComplianceMore ResourcesCTPAT CertificationWRAP Audit & Compliance CTPAT Audit for a Safe Supply Chain and Worry-Free Customs InspectionsEnsure strong security practices by meeting the security standards set by U.S. Customs and Border Protection.QIMA’s CTPAT audit is an in-depth third-party assessment of your supply chain’s security practices designed to identify security vulnerabilities within your supply chain. This service helps you safeguard your supply chain from terrorism, smuggling, and other illicit activities.On this page, you can get more information about:What is CTPAT?What is a CTPAT audit?What's Included in QIMA's CTPAT Audit?What are the Benefits of Being a CTPAT Member?Contact QIMA for a quoteNeed more information?By contacting QIMA you agree to our privacy policy and terms and conditions.What is CTPAT?The Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT) is a voluntary supply chain security program implemented by US Customs and Border Protection in 2001.Since then, CTPAT has certified over 11,400 members, focusing on strengthening US border security by supporting cooperative relationships between US Customs and Border Protection and manufacturers, importers, customs brokers, and others in the supply chain.Through CTPAT, businesses introduce and enforce strict security protocols throughout their supply chain. In return, participants are designated as low-risk and granted access to Free and Secure Trade (FAST) lanes for expedited customs clearance at US borders.What is a CTPAT audit?QIMA’s CTPAT audit is a comprehensive, impartial, third-party assessment that helps overseas manufacturers exporting to the United States evaluate, validate, and enforce security measures across their supply chain. The audit verifies compliance with CTPAT guidelines and helps identify potential vulnerabilities so that they can be addressed and resolved. Audit findings contribute to the vulnerability and risk assessments required of CTPAT members. Contact Us to get a quote.What’s Included in QIMA's CTPAT Audit?Qualified QIMA CTPAT auditors conduct an independent assessment of your manufacturing facilities and perform various checks based on CTPAT criteria. These checks include:Personnel securityFacility securityStorage and distribution processesShipment information controlInformation access controlsContractor controlsExport logisticsRecords and documentation processesAt the end of the audit, we provide a corrective action plan outlining measures the facility must take to improve security measures, if necessary. Dates for implementation are also agreed upon with factory management.What are the Benefits of Being a CTPAT Member?Evaluate and enforce security measures in your supply chainsReduce customs inspections and enjoy fast-track clearanceBring products to market fasterProtect US border securityCreate an account and book a CTPAT AuditBy contacting QIMA you agree to our privacy policy and terms and conditions.Latest insights from QIMALatest insights from QIMABAROMETERQIMA 2024 Q1 Barometer: 2023 in Review: Is Nearshoring Becoming China’s Plus One?View InsightQUICK GUIDEUnderstanding The EU Green Deal: A Comprehensive Guide for BusinessesDownloadSAMPLE REPORTCTPAT Audit ReportDownloadBAROMETERQIMA 2023 Q4 BarometerView Insight