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IEEPA Tariff Refund
330,000 Importers. $166 Billion in Refunds. 2-5 Years Minimum Wait. Or Get Paid This Week.
IEEPA, Section 301, and Section 232 tariffs ruled unconstitutional or legally challenged. File your refund claim or get competitive immediate cash with our buyout program.
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Available in Refunds
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Tariff Refunds Funded
2- 0 Years
Potential Govt Wait Time
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By The Numbers
Three Tariff Programs, One Solution: Immediate Cash Buyouts
These industries paid the most in unconstitutional IEEPA tariffs and are entitled to significant refunds.
IEEPA Tariff
Refunds
$166B+
Supreme Court ruled these tariffs unconstitutional in February 2026. Refunds are certain, but CBP’s administrative process will take 2-5 years minimum even with the new ACE portal launching mid-April 2026.
- Ruled unconstitutional by Supreme Court
- Competitive immediate buyout rates available
- Covers global tariffs (Feb 4, 2025 - Feb 24, 2026)
- All industries affected (330,000+ importers)
- Highest refund certainty
- Already-filed claims receive premium rates
Section 301 China
Tariffs
$100B+
Tariffs on Chinese imports (2018-2024) are being challenged in Court of International Trade. Multiple favorable rulings for importers already secured.
- Court rulings favoring importers
- Competitive contingent buyout rates available
- Covers all China imports (2018-2024) ✓ Largest tariff program by volume
- trong legal precedent
- Rates based on litigation risk assessment
Section 232 Steel & Aluminum
$14B+
Description: 25% steel and 10% aluminum tariffs imposed under “national security” authority are being challenged. Multiple lawsuits questioning constitutional basis.
- National security justification challenged
- Competitive contingent buyout rates available
- Covers steel/aluminum (2018-2024)
- Construction, auto, manufacturing focus
- Pending litigation outcomes
- Lower rates reflect higher legal uncertainty
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What Happened
IEEPA Tariff Timeline: From Implementation to Supreme Court Ruling
President Trump invoked the International Emergency Economic Powers Act to impose sweeping global tariffs. U.S. importers paid over $166 billion in duties across 53+ million entries.
Companies including Costco, Revlon, and Bumble Bee Foods filed lawsuits claiming the tariffs were unconstitutional. Multiple courts signaled doubts about IEEPA authority.
The Court struck down IEEPA tariffs, ruling Trump exceeded his authority. The tariffs are declared unconstitutional and refunds are certain.
CBP is building a new ACE portal system (expected mid-April 2026) for 330,000+ importers to file refund declarations. Even with automation, CBP estimates 2-5 years minimum for processing and Treasury payment.
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By The Numbers
Industries Hit Hardest by Tariffs
These industries paid the most in unconstitutional IEEPA tariffs and are entitled to significant refunds.
Agriculture
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in IEEPA tariffs Farm machinery, chemicals, fertilizers, seeds 330,000+ importers nationwide affected
Electronics
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Auto Parts
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Section 301 + IEEPA
heavy impact
Footwear
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in tariff exposure Shoes, athletic wear, accessories Primarily IEEPA global tariffs
Consumer Goods
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across programs Household items, toys, apparel Major IEEPA + Section 301 exposure
Construction
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combined Materials, equipment, tools IEEPA global + Section 232 steel/aluminum
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Choose Your Path
Two Ways to Access Your IEEPA Tariff Refunds
We Help You File Your Claim
Expert guidance navigating the complex CBP refund process. Perfect for businesses that haven’t filed yet and want to maximize their refund.
- Complete claim preparation & filing
- CBP ACE enrollment assistance
- Document compilation & verification
- Importer of record validation
- Entry-by-entry substantiation
- Ongoing status monitoring through CBP's new portal system
Ideal for:
Small to mid-sized importers who paid IEEPA tariffs but haven’t filed for refunds yet. Companies that need expert guidance through CBP’s new ACE declaration process launching mid-April 2026.
IEEPA Tariff Buyout Program
Already filed or have a large claim? Get 40-50% of your refund value in cash today. No waiting, no administrative burden.
- Immediate liquidity (funding in days)
- Competitive market rates based on claim quality
- We handle all filing & legal work
- No monthly payments or interest
- Asset purchase (no debt added)
- Risk transferred to us
- Higher rates for already-filed claims
Ideal for:
Importers with claims over $100K who need immediate working capital. Companies that don’t want to wait 2-5 years navigating CBP’s new ACE portal system and validation process. Already-filed claims receive premium buyout rates.
How IEEPA Tariff Refunds Work
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Submit Documentation
Provide your tariff payment records, entry documentation, and importer information. We help you access CBP’s ACE system and pull Entry Summary reports (ES-003).
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Choose Your Path
File for full refund with our help through CBP’s new ACE portal (launching mid-April 2026), or sell your claim for competitive immediate cash.
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We Handle Everything
Expert filing, CBP ACE declaration navigation, validation support, or immediate funding—your choice. We manage the complexity so you don’t have to.
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Get Your Money
Wait for government refund through the new administrative process (2-5 years minimum) or receive competitive immediate cash buyout (5-10 days) from us.Â
Icarus Fund vs. Other Firms vs. Going Alone
We purchase transferable Clean Energy Tax Credits across a wide range of projects, including:
Feature
Icarus Fund
Other Firms
DIY Filing
Buyout Rate
✓ Competitive rates based on claim quality
lower
N/A – Wait 2-5 years
Filing Assistance
✓ Full expert guidance including ACE portal navigation
✗ No filing help
Self-service through CBP’s new system
Funding Speed
✓ 72 hours to offer
✓ 1-2 weeks
✗ 2-5 years government wait
CBP ACE Process Support
✓ We handle entire declaration & validation process
✗ You handle everything
✗ Navigate CBP’s new portal alone
SMB Focus
✓ Tailored for small businesses
✗ Large deals only
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Transparency
✓ Clear terms, no hidden fees
✗ Complex legal agreements
N/A
Risk Transfer
✓ We assume all govt delays & validation risks
✓ Investor takes risk
✗ You bear all risk
Already-Filed Premium
✓ Higher rates for filed claims
✓ No differentiation
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Track Record
✓ $900M+ funded
Varies by firm
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Check Your Eligibility for IEEPA Tariff Refunds
Answer these questions to see if you qualify for refunds or our buyout program
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Did you import goods into the U.S. between February 4, 2025 and February 24, 2026? (IEEPA "fentanyl" tariffs started Feb 4, 2025)
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Did you pay tariffs that were attributed to IEEPA authority? (Look for HTSUS codes 9903.01.XX or 9903.02.XX on your entry documentation)
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Are you the legal "importer of record" on customs documentation? (Or can you prove beneficial ownership if using carriers like FedEx/UPS?)
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Do you have tariff payment records and CBP entry documentation? (We can help you access ACE Entry Summary reports if needed)
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Is your total IEEPA claim over $100,000? (Smaller claims may be better suited for DIY filing through CBP's ACE portal)
Don't Wait 2-5 Years Minimum for Your IEEPA Tariff Refund
CBP’s new ACE portal won’t launch until mid-April 2026 at earliest. Then begins the multi-year validation process for 330,000+ importers and 53+ million entries. Check your eligibility now and choose your path: Expert filing assistance or competitive immediate cash buyout.
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FAQ's
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What are IEEPA tariffs and why are refunds available?
On February 20, 2026, the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 that President Trump exceeded his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) when imposing sweeping global tariffs. The government collected $166 billion in these now-unconstitutional tariffs across 330,000+ importers. Importers are entitled to refunds, though the process will be complex and lengthy.
When will CBP start processing refunds?
Do I need to go to court to get my refund?
How long will it take to get refunds from the government?
What should I be doing now to prepare my refund claim?
What's the difference between filing assistance and the buyout program?
Why do already-filed claims get higher buyout rates?
How much can I get with the IEEPA tariff buyout?
Our buyout rates are competitive and vary based on several factors:
✓ Claim size – Larger claims often receive better rates due to economies of scale
✓ Documentation quality – Complete, organized records command higher offers
✓ Filing status – Already-filed claims receive premium rates
✓ Importer of record clarity – Direct imports vs. carrier complications
✓ Product complexity – Simple classifications vs. potential HS code disputes
Rather than publish a generic range, we provide custom quotes based on your specific situation. Most clients are pleasantly surprised by our competitive market rates.
The real question isn’t the percentage—it’s whether getting cash THIS WEEK and deploying it for 2-5 years generates more value than waiting until 2028-2031 for the government’s full payment.