If your business imported goods into the United States between February 2025 and February 2026 and paid duties under the IEEPA tariff orders, you are likely eligible to file a tariff refund claim. This includes manufacturers, retailers, construction companies, agricultural businesses, and any other importer of record who paid these duties at the port of entry. The best way to confirm your eligibility and calculate your potential refund amount is to speak with an experienced tariff refund attorney.

The total pool of unlawfully collected IEEPA tariffs is estimated at up to $175 billion, according to the Penn Wharton Budget Model. The amount your individual business can recover depends on the volume of imports you made, the tariff rates applied to your goods, and the liquidation status of your entries. Small business importers paid an average of more than $151,000 each in additional unlawful tariffs. Our tariff refund lawyers can review your import records and provide you with an estimate of your potential recovery.

Time is critical. Importers generally have 180 days after their goods are “liquidated” by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to file a protest and request a refund. Because liquidation dates vary by shipment, some deadlines may already be approaching. Additionally, the Court of International Trade has noted that interest accrues at approximately $650 million per month on the total refund pool, meaning delays cost everyone. We strongly recommend contacting a tariff refund lawyer as soon as possible to protect your claim.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced a 4-step process to issue refunds: (1) a web-based Claim Portal where importers submit their requests via a CAPE Declaration; (2) a mass processing and verification step that cross-references your documentation against CBP’s records; (3) a review of the calculated refund findings; and (4) electronic disbursement of the approved refund amount directly to the importer of record. CBP has indicated this system will be operational within 45 days of the Court’s order.

While the government will provide a portal for submitting claims, the process involves complex customs law, strict documentation requirements, and tight deadlines. Any errors or missing records in your submission could result in a reduced refund or an outright denial. An experienced tariff refund lawyer can audit your import history, ensure your documentation is complete and accurate, and challenge any government findings that undervalue your claim. Given that the average small business recovery exceeds $150,000, professional legal representation is a sound investment.

Dayes Law Firm represents importers, manufacturers, retailers, and small business owners nationwide in the tariff refund process. Our attorneys handle every aspect of your claim — from reviewing your import records and calculating your refund amount, to preparing and filing your documentation through the CBP portal, to litigating your case before the U.S. Court of International Trade if necessary. We offer a free consultation so you can understand your rights and your potential recovery before making any commitment. Contact us today at (866) 954-6260 to get started.