AEO Regulatory & Legal Framework 2

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

SAFE Port Act of 2006

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

Every 4 years

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Article 7.7

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

Practical standards of competence or professional qualifications

Answer

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

AEO - Authorized Economic Operator Certification Practice Test