You were the Importer of Record
CBP ties the refund to the Importer of Record for the entry. Forge confirms the importer record and the original filer relationship.
Recovery scopeEligible IEEPA duties plus applicable interest
CBP timelineGenerally 60–90 days after CAPE acceptance
Forge pricingSuccess-based — pay on a successful recovery
IEEPA tariff refund eligibility
Start with the entries
Eligibility depends on the duties paid, the status of each entry, and who filed it. Forge reviews the record before recommending a refund path.
Process details reflect CBP’s IEEPA duty refund guidance, updated in 2026.
Your entries include IEEPA duties
We identify entries carrying the relevant Chapter 99 tariff provisions and organize the entry numbers for review.
The entry status supports a refund path
Unliquidated, recently liquidated, suspended, extended, and other entries may follow different timelines or requirements.
ACE and ACH details are ready
CAPE declarations are submitted through the ACE Portal, and CBP generally issues refunds electronically to verified bank information.
IEEPA tariff refund process
From entry review to refund tracking
Forge turns a scattered entry history into a structured recovery process, with the filing path matched to CBP’s current CAPE rules.
Find affected entries
We review entry data to identify IEEPA duties, importer information, filing relationships, and relevant liquidation status.
Confirm the path
Forge checks which entries appear eligible and whether the Importer of Record or original authorized broker can submit the declaration.
Build the CAPE data
We organize qualifying entry numbers into the required CAPE declaration format and resolve issues before submission.
Follow the refund
After acceptance, we help monitor entry status, CBP review, and the consolidated refund process.
Get back what you’re owed
Know the opportunity before you commit
Forge reviews your entry history and explains the available recovery path. If the opportunity is a fit, our team organizes the work and stays with it through the refund process.
Check EligibilityEntry-level review
See which entries contain IEEPA duties and which need closer attention.
Current-process guidance
Follow the CAPE workflow now used by CBP rather than relying on outdated refund instructions.
Recovery coordination
Keep entry analysis, declaration preparation, filing status, and follow-up connected.
Success-based pricing
Forge is paid when you receive a successful recovery.
Questions importers ask
IEEPA tariff refunds, in plain English
Direct answers based on CBP’s current CAPE refund process.
What are IEEPA tariff refunds?
IEEPA tariff refunds return eligible duties imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. CBP processes eligible requests through Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries, or CAPE, in the ACE Portal and includes applicable interest.
Who can file an IEEPA tariff refund request?
According to CBP, a CAPE Declaration may be filed by the Importer of Record or by the authorized customs broker that filed the entries on the importer’s behalf. The available path depends on the filer relationship and the status of each entry.
How does the IEEPA tariff refund process work?
Eligible entry numbers are compiled into a CAPE Declaration and submitted through the ACE Portal. CBP validates the declaration, updates accepted entries, reviews them for liquidation or reliquidation, and issues consolidated refunds by Importer of Record and liquidation date.
How long do IEEPA tariff refunds take?
CBP states that valid refunds are generally issued within 60–90 days after a CAPE Declaration is accepted, unless a compliance concern or the entry’s status requires additional review or later liquidation.
What does Forge need to review my eligibility?
Forge starts with your Importer of Record information and entry history. We review which entries include IEEPA duties, their liquidation status, the original filer relationship, and the ACE and ACH setup needed for the available refund path.
Can an IEEPA refund affect duty drawback?
Yes. CBP advises importers to place eligible entry summaries on a CAPE Declaration before filing a drawback claim. The timing and status of the entry matter, so the two recovery paths should be reviewed together. Read our duty drawback vs. IEEPA refunds guide for a plain-English comparison.
How does Forge charge for IEEPA tariff refund support?
Forge uses success-based pricing for IEEPA tariff refund recovery, so Forge is paid when you receive a successful recovery.
Related services and guides
Keep recovery connected to your trade data
The same entry record can affect customs clearance, IEEPA refunds, and duty drawback. Review the paths together before filing.
Service
Customs brokerage
Keep entries, classifications, documents, and clearance work organized from the start.
ServiceDuty drawback
Recover eligible duties on goods that are later exported or destroyed.
GuideDrawback vs. IEEPA refunds
Understand how the two recovery paths differ and when both may matter.
