Jaguar Freight | IMPORTANT NOTICE: U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down IEEPA Tariffs

ALERT: Trump’s IEEPA Tariffs Struck Down

Today, the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the broad “reciprocal” tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) in a 6–3 ruling.

Here is what this means for importers.

The decision invalidates the sweeping IEEPA-based reciprocal tariffs applied broadly across countries and product categories since February 2025.

Some tariffs still apply, including: Section 232 tariffs (steel and aluminum), anti-dumping and countervailing duties, and other sector-specific and trade remedy duties.

The financial impact extends to an estimated $175+ billion in duties collected under IEEPA that may be subject to refund.

NOTABLY, the Court did not directly address refund procedures. And, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has not yet issued formal guidance.

Our suggestion is that importers begin preparing documentation now in anticipation of a potential claims process.

And remember, as of February 6, all refunds will be issued electronically.

What’s next?

The administration has indicated it will pursue alternative tariff authorities, including Section 301, Section 122, and potential expansion of Section 232. These mechanisms carry different procedural requirements and limitations, but could be implemented quickly.

We are actively monitoring developments and will provide updates as soon as formal guidance is issued.

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