Many importers work with licensed customs brokers who handle their entries. When it comes to IEEPA refunds, the relationship between importer and broker is important to understand.
Who Files the Refund Claim?
The importer of record is the entity entitled to the refund. While customs brokers can assist with the filing process, the claim ultimately belongs to the importer. Brokers who filed entries on behalf of importers can help by providing entry data and ACE report access.
Grant Access in ACE
If your broker or a third-party service will help prepare your CAPE submission, you need to configure Grant Access in your ACE account. This allows authorized parties to view your entry data and file on your behalf.
Technology Partnership
Some customs brokers are partnering with technology platforms to streamline the refund process for their clients. ClaimYourTariffs.com works with customs brokers to provide white-label refund preparation tools, allowing brokers to offer CAPE filing services to their existing client base.
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