NMMA - National Marine Manufacturers Association Inc.

04/15/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 04/15/2026 06:23

CBP Provides Update Regarding Tariff Refund Process

The Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced importers can begin filing requests seeking tariff refunds on April 20. The announcement comes as the agency develops the Consolidated Administration and Process of Entries (CAPE) tool to assist with the refund process.
This is the first phase of the refund process, so it is limited in scope to cover certain unliquidated entries and entries within 80 days of liquidation. CBP has indicated that it plans to implement the CAPE program through a "phased development approach," adding more ability to process more complicated requests as the implementations continue.
The latest guidance notes that those requesting refunds of duties requires the following actions:
  • Importers of Record and authorized Customs brokers have an established ACE Secure Data Portal account (ACE Portal account)
  • Recipients use the ACE Portal account to provide CBP with bank account information
  • Importers of Record and authorized Customs brokers submit CAPE Declarations in the ACE Portal
Additional information, including CAPE FAQ and latest updates from CBP, can be found here.
NMMA will continue working with the administration, Congress, and industry partners to ensure U.S. trade policy is targeted, balanced, and aligned with the needs of American manufacturers.

For more information, contact NMMA's Clay Crabtree, interim vice president of public policy & government affairs, at [email protected].

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