IEEPA Tariff Refund Update: What Manufacturers Need to Know

Tariffs continue to create uncertainty for industrial manufacturers as court rulings, trade investigations and refund developments reshape the global trade environment. Recent changes related to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) tariffs, refund eligibility and enforcement activity have left many manufacturers questioning how these developments impact their tax position, financial reporting, and long‑term planning.

On this episode of the Industrial Manufacturing Podcast, Luis Reyes, Industrial Manufacturing and Consumer Goods Leader, is joined by Nelson Yates, International Tax Leader, to discuss the current tariff landscape and what manufacturers should be considering now. Together, they provide practical insight into refunds, ongoing tariff exposure and strategies manufacturers can adopt as tariffs remain a persistent business reality.

This conversation includes:

• An overview of the current tariff landscape, including recent court rulings, investigations and refund developments
• Practical considerations for manufacturers evaluating IEEPA tariff refunds
• Key tax, accounting and financial implications associated with potential refunds
• Best practices manufacturers can implement to manage ongoing and future tariffs amid regulatory change
• How Cherry Bekaert helps manufacturers navigate tariff complexity and risk

Related insights:

• U.S. CBP Files Update on IEEPA Tariff Refunds | Cherry Bekaert
• Amended IEEPA Order: Steps to Take for Final Liquidated Entries | Cherry Bekaert
• IEEPA Tariff Refund Update: Phase I CAPE Set for April 20, 2026 | Cherry Bekaert
• IEEPA Tariff Refund Update: Atmus Filtration Case Dismissed | Cherry Bekaert

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