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Smart Quality Checkpoints

A freight forwarder receives a temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical shipment at the warehouse.

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Last updated: 11 June 2026Published: 19 June 2025

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Passar Hub: Everything on the new Swiss customs system

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A freight forwarder receives a temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical shipment at the warehouse. The cargo passes through a smart quality checkpoint where machine vision scans the packaging, IoT sensors verify cold-chain integrity, and an AI algorithm compares the data against GMP or GDP standards—all within seconds. The system automatically documents whether the shipment is clearable, which storage location it qualifies for, and whether additional customs declarations are required. Manual inspection overhead drops dramatically, and a complete audit trail is generated for regulatory authorities.

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Passar Hub: Everything on the new Swiss customs system

Passar replaces E-dec and NCTS. Passar 1.0 (export) is live, Passar 2.0 (import) starts from Q2 2026. Roadmap, ePortal registration, deadlines and FAQ — all on one page.

Passar 1.0Passar 2.0 → Q2 2026Passar 3.0 → Q2 2027

Passar Hub →Declar Info

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