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CB Cost Efficiency works with independent partners to deliver operational, financial and tax benefits. Where there is a fit with your business strategy, we will connect you directly with our solution partner.

Business Challenge  |  Tariffs

Many businesses struggle to understand which import entries are eligible for recovery

SOLUTION - Move from manual spreadsheets and chaotic broker communications to a platform that automates the mapping, triage and collection processes.

Assess Eligibility

Answer a few questions about your imports, company and customs broker. System instantly evaluates your IEEPA refund eligibility and creates a preliminary audit report showing your estimated recovery range.

Upload Documents

If your initial assessment shows recovery potential, you will create an account to upload CBP Form 7501s, ACE reports, commercial invoices and proof of duty payment.

Execute POA

Review and electronically sign two simple documents, an Engagement Agreement and a Power of Attorney authorizing filing with CBP on your behalf. Recovery is contingency-based — you only pay if money is recovered.

Expert Analysis

Licensed customs brokers and trade specialists review every entry line-by-line, identifying all recoverable duties, verifying HTS classifications and liquidation statuses. They determine the optimal filing strategy for each entry.

CBP Filing

All protests, petitions and refund requests are filed with U.S. Customs and Border Protection on your behalf. Filings are reviewed for accuracy, completeness and compliance. Communication with CBP is done directly on your behalf.

Track Progress

You can monitor every claim through your secure client portal. See real-time status updates, review filed documents, track deadlines and message the support team directly. You'll receive notifications at every major milestone.

Get Money

When CBP approves your refund, the money is deposited directly to your account. You also have the option to recevie advance funding within days of claim approval — you choose the path that works best for your business.

Get Started

Access refund in as little as 30 days


Bypass the 60-to-90+ day waiting periods typical of government processing through U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

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Key points to consider


FAQ category

The Importer of Record (IOR) or the designated customs broker who directly paid or deposited the emergency duties to CBP is eligible to file a claim. Shoppers and everyday consumers cannot claim refunds directly from Customs.