The Role of the Importer of Record Number in IEEPA Tariff Refund Claims
The importer of record number assigned by CBP is not just an administrative detail. It is the foundational identifier that determines whether your company can file an IEEPA tariff refund claim and collect a refund on overpaid duties.
What Happens to Your Tariff Refund If You Sold the Business That Imported the Goods
Business acquisitions and divestitures create a hidden complication for IEEPA tariff refund claims: the importer of record that paid the duties may no longer exist in its original form. Here is what buyers, sellers, and successor entities need to know before the 2027 filing deadlines arrive.
The State of Tariff Refunds: Billions Repaid, Most Unclaimed
CBP has repaid tens of billions in tariff refunds, yet most eligible importers have not claimed. Here is the gap and why it exists.
Exclusion Windows: How Timing Decides What You Recover
Tariff exclusions apply only within defined windows. Here is how timing determines how much duty you can recover.
Why Tariff Policy Moves Fast and What It Means for Refunds
Tariff rules change frequently, and each change can open or close a refund window. Here is why importers need to stay alert.
Where to Track Tariff Changes That Affect Your Imports
A short guide to the official sources importers should watch for tariff changes, exclusions, and refund opportunities.
How to Read a Federal Register Tariff Notice
Federal Register notices are where tariff changes become official. Here is how to read one and spot what matters for your imports.