IEEPA Tariff Refund Guides
Original, sourced guides on every aspect of the IEEPA tariff refund program — from what IEEPA is to how to file through the CAPE portal and manage the tax implications.
IEEPA Reciprocal Tariffs: Which Countries Were Affected and What's Refundable
IEEPA reciprocal tariffs hit importers from 180+ countries in April 2025. Learn which rates applied, what's refundable, and how to file through CAPE.
Eligibility & BackgroundIEEPA Tariff Refunds: What They Are and How to Claim Yours
What are IEEPA tariff refunds? A complete overview of the program, who qualifies, how much is at stake, and how to file through the CAPE portal.
Eligibility & BackgroundThe IEEPA Tariffs Ruling: Complete Legal Timeline and What It Means
The IEEPA tariffs ruling declared the tariffs unlawful from the start. A complete legal timeline from the first challenge to CBP's refund mandate.
Process & How-ToCommon CAPE Filing Mistakes That Delay Your IEEPA Tariff Refund
The most common mistakes importers make when filing IEEPA tariff refund claims through the CAPE portal — and how to avoid them before you submit.
Eligibility & BackgroundCAPE Phase 1 vs. Future Phases: Which Entries Qualify When
Which entries qualify for CAPE Phase 1 vs. future phases? Entry categories, liquidation status, and IEEPA refund timing.
Comparisons & DecisionsTariff Refund Receivable Monetization: Getting Cash Before CBP Pays
Tariff refund receivable monetization: how selling your IEEPA claim for an immediate advance works, typical terms, and tradeoffs.
Tax & FinanceTax Implications of IEEPA Tariff Refunds
Will you owe taxes on your IEEPA tariff refund? How duty refunds affect income tax, transfer pricing, and financial reporting.
Process & How-ToACE Portal Setup for CAPE: Step-by-Step Guide
How to set up your ACE portal account for IEEPA tariff refund claims through the CAPE system. Covers account access, IOR linking, and ACH banking configuration.
Comparisons & DecisionsDIY IEEPA Tariff Refund vs. Working with a Recovery Partner
DIY vs. recovery partner for IEEPA tariff refunds: an honest breakdown of tradeoffs, costs, and when each approach makes sense for CAPE portal filing.
Process & How-ToWhat Is an Importer of Record (IOR)? IEEPA Tariff Refund Edition
What is an importer of record and why it matters for IEEPA refunds. How to find yours on CBP Form 7501 Box 26.
Process & How-ToIEEPA Tariff Codes: HTS Chapter 99 Reference Guide
IEEPA tariff codes under HTS Chapter 99: find your 9903.01.xx code, understand what it means, and confirm CAPE eligibility.
Eligibility & BackgroundThe Complete IEEPA Tariff List: Every Tariff Imposed
A complete list of every IEEPA tariff imposed under the Trump administration in 2025, organized by date, country, rate, and HTS code.
Eligibility & BackgroundIEEPA Tariffs by Country: Canada, Mexico, China, and More
IEEPA tariffs by country: rates, effective dates, and affected goods. Canada, Mexico, China, and the reciprocal group.
Eligibility & BackgroundWhen Did the IEEPA Tariffs Start? A Complete Timeline
When did the IEEPA tariffs start? A complete timeline of every effective date and how it affects your refund eligibility under CAPE Phase 1.
Eligibility & BackgroundThe IEEPA Tariffs Supreme Court Ruling, Explained
The Supreme Court struck down the IEEPA tariffs in Learning Resources v. Trump on Feb 20, 2026. Here's what the ruling said and what it means for refunds.
Eligibility & BackgroundWhat Is the IEEPA Tariff? A Plain-English Explanation
What is the IEEPA tariff? A plain-English explanation of the law, how Trump used it, and why the Supreme Court struck the tariffs down in February 2026.