Automotive Industry

Automotive Importers: Recover IEEPA Tariffs on Parts & Components

Auto parts, components, and assemblies from Mexico, Canada, China, and South Korea were heavily impacted by IEEPA tariffs. The refund mechanism is now live.

$22B
Auto sector IEEPA duties
25%
Mexico/Canada IEEPA rate
$1.2M
Avg refund for mid-size auto importers
0%
Upfront cost — contingency only
Free Assessment

Start Your Automotive Claim

Typical Automotive refund: $300K – $3M

Contingency fee only — no recovery, no charge.

Why Automotive Was Hit Hard

The Automotive IEEPA Impact

Mexico — the largest auto parts supplier to the U.S. — faced a 25% IEEPA rate

Canada-sourced auto parts also carried a 25% IEEPA rate

Chinese auto electronics and components faced 24.5% IEEPA

South Korean parts were subject to a 25% IEEPA rate

Case Study

Tier 2 Auto Parts Distributor

$8.5M annual imports from Mexico & China
$1.9M estimated refund

A Tier 2 auto parts distributor importing stamped metal components from Mexico and electronic assemblies from China paid approximately $2.2M in IEEPA duties over 12 months. CAPE filing is expected to recover $1.9M — a transformative cash infusion for a capital-intensive business.

FAQ

Automotive Refund Questions

Yes. IEEPA tariffs were assessed separately from and in addition to USMCA preferential rates. Even goods that qualified for USMCA treatment may have had IEEPA duties assessed. We review your entries to confirm.

Top Source Countries

Mexico
Canada
China
South Korea
Japan

Eligible Product Types

Engine & transmission parts
Electronic control units
Body & chassis components
Tires & wheels
Interior & trim components

Why Work With Us

No upfront fees — contingency only
60–90 day refund timeline
Full CAPE Declaration handling
Maximum refund guarantee