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Why does ACGIH require my Card Security Code (CSC) to make a credit card transaction?

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Why does ACGIH require my Card Security Code (CSC) to make a credit card transaction?

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The CSC appears only on the card itself (not on receipts or statements). This provides some assurance that the physical card is in possession of the buyer, and therefore, helps to prevent unauthorized or fraudulent use.