C-TPAT (Customs-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism)
Voluntary CBP security program where companies adopt supply chain security measures in exchange for benefits like reduced inspections and priority processing.
Voluntary CBP security program where companies adopt supply chain security measures in exchange for benefits like reduced inspections and priority processing.
Post-9/11 initiative certifying supply chain security. Members implement physical security, personnel, procedural, documentation, and business partner controls. Mutually recognized by Mexico (NEEC) and other countries.
Digital Merchandise Traceability
System tracking the complete journey of goods from origin to final destination using RFID, GPS, IoT, and blockchain. Meets security and origin requirements.
TransportationBorder Customs Office
Customs office located at country border crossings. Mexico has 19 border customs offices with the US (Nuevo Laredo, Tijuana, Ciudad Juarez, etc.) and 2 with Guatemala/Belize.
LogisticsFCL (Full Container Load)
A maritime shipping mode where an importer uses an entire container exclusively for their cargo, without sharing it with other consignees' merchandise.
LogisticsFreight Forwarder
A logistics intermediary that organizes and coordinates international transport of goods on behalf of importers and exporters, managing routes, documentation, and complementary services.