Getting a tariff refund has become a bureaucratic nightmare for small businesses

19% of claims have been rejected.   SMEs who have questions  about CAPE contact EMTC  

26-47.pdf

The CIT struck down the Sec 122 tariff -but only for the plaintiffs in the case. Many of the plaintiffs are states.  The injunction applies only to the state as an importer, not businesses within the state unless you are sopecifically listed in this case.

DavidsTea sets up US fulfillment after de minimis’ end raises shipping hurdles | Supply Chain Dive

FedEx board approves trucking business spinoff | Supply Chain Dive

Savvy companies are seeking out tools that support strategy development

Customs Bulletin Vol 60, May 20, 2026, No. 9

CBP proposes amending Title 19 to have bonds transmitted to CBP electronically. Bonds will be centrally processed in the Revenue Division (Indianapolis). 

Tariff refunds surge faster than expected, BofA says

Tech Importers Paid Record $23.5B in Tariffs in 2025: Report

Importers are sourcing in Vietnam, Mexico and India instead of China.

Deputy USTR: US Needs US-Dedicated RVC in Rules of Origin in Strategic Sectors

USTR seeks a unified tariff with Canada and Mexico under USMCA  Watch for the comment period and share your thoughts with EMTC  

How A.I. Was the Elephant in the Room at the Trump-Xi Summit