Your IEEPA Tariff Refund Is Waiting: Here’s How to Get It

If your company imported goods from Canada, Mexico, China, or Brazil between February 2025 and February 2026, you may be owed a significant refund. On February 20, 2026, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and ruled that tariffs received need to be refunded. The refund process is now underway, and manufacturers, retailers, and distributors of foreign products stand to recover some of the largest amounts.

On April 20, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection opened a portal to begin processing refunds to these tariffs. The window to act is open, but it requires affirmative steps. Refunds are not automatic.

Who Can File and Who Qualifies

Only two parties can file a CAPE Declaration: the importer of record (IOR) or the licensed customs broker who filed the original entries on the importer’s behalf.

HBK Can Help You Evaluate Your Position

At HBK CPAs & Consultants, our Manufacturing Solutions team works with importers, supply chain operators, and business owners navigating trade compliance and cost recovery.

Contact HBK today to discuss what the IEEPA refund process means for your business.