US CBP launches phase 2 of IEEPA tariff refund rollout - Fibre2Fashion
US CBP has launched phase 2 of the IEEPA tariff refund rollout, expanding eligibility for refunds on tariffs paid under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. This affects importers who paid these tariffs and now have a window to claim refunds.
Aforeworn detected this change in the Small Cross-Border Importers space on July 10, 2026 and published this briefing so affected operators are forewarned rather than caught off guard. It is rated High urgency. China-sourced sellers, apparel importers, electronics importers, dropship-to-DTC businesses that paid IEEPA tariffs on imports from China or other affected countries. should confirm how it applies to their specific situation before acting. There is a time constraint attached: Check CBP notice for specific deadline; typically within 90 days of phase 2 launch.. Acting after that point can mean penalties, a lapsed licence, or lost eligibility — exactly the kind of surprise Aforeworn exists to prevent. Aforeworn monitors Small Cross-Border Importers continuously and turns every detected change into a plain-English briefing like this one, so you always know first. Forewarned is forearmed.
What changed
CBP has opened phase 2 of the IEEPA tariff refund process, allowing more importers to apply for refunds on tariffs paid during a specific period.
Who it affects
China-sourced sellers, apparel importers, electronics importers, dropship-to-DTC businesses that paid IEEPA tariffs on imports from China or other affected countries.
What you must do
Review your import records for IEEPA tariff payments and file a refund claim with CBP within the specified deadline.
Deadline
Check CBP notice for specific deadline; typically within 90 days of phase 2 launch.
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