Regulatory & Legal Framework Flashcards

Which U.S. statute formally codified the CTPAT program into law?

Answer: SAFE Port Act of 2006

The Security and Accountability for Every Port Act of 2006 gave CTPAT a statutory basis.

Under the SAFE Port Act, how often must CBP revalidate a certified CTPAT participant at minimum?

Answer: Every 4 years

The Act requires revalidation not less than once every four years.

Which WTO Trade Facilitation Agreement article covers trade facilitation measures for authorized operators?

Answer: Article 7.7

TFA Article 7.7 sets out benefits that members should give to authorized operators.

In the EU, which legal instrument currently contains the AEO criteria?

Answer: Union Customs Code, Regulation (EU) No 952/2013

Articles 38-39 of the UCC set out AEO status and its criteria.

Which EU AEO criterion applies only to AEOC (customs simplifications) and not to AEOS alone?

Answer: Practical standards of competence or professional qualifications

UCC Art. 39(d) on competence or professional qualifications applies to the AEOC authorization.

Joining CTPAT is best described as:

Answer: Voluntary participation in a public-private partnership

CTPAT is a voluntary partnership between CBP and the trade community.

What legal effect does an EU AEO authorization have across member states?

Answer: Recognized by customs authorities in all EU member states

The UCC provides that AEO status is recognized across the entire Union.