Recover Tariff Refunds Your Business May Be Entitled To

MarginFirst Advisors helps organizations recover hidden financial value that may already belong to them.

Whether it's tariff recovery, tax credits, incentives, cost segregation, workers' compensation audits, or utility audits, we help organizations uncover money they may already be entitled to.

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Already Filed Your Claim?
Filing isn't the finish line. Maximizing your recovery is.

Many importers filed quickly to preserve their rights. That doesn't necessarily mean every eligible entry, supporting document, or recovery opportunity was identified.
• Every eligible entry was included
• Every potential recovery opportunity was identified
• Supporting documentation is sufficient for maximum recovery
• The claim is positioned for maximum recovery

A second opinion may uncover additional recovery opportunities and help ensure your claim is positioned for the best possible outcome.

Already Filed and Waiting?
Qualified companies may also be eligible for advance funding while their refund is pending.

Access to capital can improve cash flow without waiting for the government claims process to conclude.

Wherever you are in the tariff recovery process, MarginFirst helps you determine the right next step.

Why Companies Are Taking Another Look at Previously Paid Tariffs

For many organizations, tariffs paid during 2025 and 2026 were viewed as simply another cost of doing business. Recent legal and regulatory developments have prompted many importers to re-evaluate those payments and determine whether recovery opportunities may exist.

Whether your company has never explored tariff recovery, has already submitted a claim, or is still waiting for a refund, a review may help determine whether additional recovery opportunities or advance funding options are available.

Recent Developments

Legal and regulatory developments have created new opportunities for qualified importers to review previously paid tariffs.                                                                                       

Advance Funding May Be Available

Qualified importers with pending claims may have the option to access funds before the government completes the refund process.

It's Not Just New Claims

Many companies that have already submitted claims are requesting a second review to identify additional recovery opportunities, evaluate remaining filing phases, or explore advance funding options.

Performance-Based Engagement

No upfront fees.

If the review determines there isn't a viable recovery opportunity, there is no obligation to move forward.

Your company may benefit from a review if you:

Imported goods into the United States during 2025 or 2026

Paid tariffs or additional import duties

Were the Importer of Record or ultimately bore the cost of those tariffs

Have not yet reviewed your eligibility—or would like a second opinion


If two or more of these apply to your business, it's worth a five-minute eligibility review.

A five-minute eligibility review can help determine whether your company may qualify to recover previously paid tariffs or, if you already have a pending claim, explore advance funding options.

Recent Recoveries

Illustrative examples based on recent recovery engagements. Recovery amounts vary based on each company's import history, documentation, and eligibility.

Companies across multiple industries have identified opportunities to recover previously paid tariffs. These examples illustrate the range of recovery opportunities that may exist.

Steel Manufacturer

Recovered: $1.2 Million

Large domestic manufacturer that recovered overpaid IEEPA duties across three years of imports.

Electronics Importer

Recovered: $250,000

Consumer electronics distributor recovered tariff overpayments and interest following a review of prior entries.

E-Commerce Seller

Recovered: $650,000

Recovered previously paid duties after identifying retroactive exclusion opportunities and filing within applicable timeframes.

Common Questions About Tariff Recovery

Get answers to common questions about eligibility, the recovery process, advance funding, and what to expect.

What if we don't know whether we qualify?

That's exactly why the eligibility review exists. Most companies don't know whether they qualify until their import history, tariff payments, and available documentation have been reviewed.
The initial assessment takes only a few minutes, and there's no obligation to move forward.

How do I know if my company may qualify?
What if we've already filed a tariff refund claim?
Is there any upfront cost?
How long does the process take?
What information will I need?
What if I don't have all of my import records?
Is advance funding available?
Will this affect my relationship with my customs broker?

Ready to Find Out if Your Company May Qualify?

A free, five-minute eligibility review can help determine whether your business may qualify to recover previously paid tariffs. If you already have a pending claim, you may also be eligible to explore advance funding options.

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