US tariff refund system launches for companies to claim billions in import taxes
Summary
The US government has opened a refund system for companies to claim back tariffs that the Supreme Court ruled President Trump imposed without proper authority. Businesses can now apply online to get refunds on billions of dollars paid on imports, with the process expected to take some time and be completed in phases.Key Facts
- The US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) launched an online portal for tariff refund claims on April 20, 2026.
- The Supreme Court ruled on February 20, 2026, that President Trump did not have constitutional authority to impose certain tariffs using emergency powers from 1977.
- Over 330,000 importers paid about $166 billion on more than 53 million shipments affected by these tariffs.
- Refunds are being processed first for more recent tariff payments, especially those estimated but not finalized or within 80 days of final accounting.
- To claim refunds, companies must register with CBP’s electronic payment system; by mid-April, roughly 56,500 importers had registered.
- CBP estimates eligible refunds total about $127 billion, including interest.
- The refund process may have delays or technical issues at the start, so companies are advised to be patient.
- Detailed and accurate documentation of goods and payment forms is required to avoid claim rejections.
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