FedEx says it will return any tariff refund it might get to shippers and customers who paid them

FedEx says it will return any tariff refund it might get to shippers and customers who paid them

FedEx Announces Policy to Return Tariff Refunds to Customers Amid Legal Uncertainty

FedEx has stated it will return any tariff refunds it receives to shippers and customers who initially paid the disputed fees, following the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling that President Donald Trump's IEEPA tariffs were unconstitutional. The company filed a lawsuit in the U.S. Court of International Trade to seek refunds for tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, which the court system is now tasked with addressing.

The Supreme Court's February 20 decision invalidated the IEEPA tariffs, which generated over $150 billion in revenue during their enforcement. However, the ruling did not establish a mechanism for refunding the funds to affected businesses or consumers. FedEx emphasized that its refund policy, if applicable, will depend on future guidance from the government and courts.

Over 1,000 companies, including Costco and Revlon, have similarly pursued legal action to recover costs from the now-voided tariffs.

While FedEx has pledged to pass on refunds, a Miami-based lawsuit argues the company's promise is not legally binding. The case, brought by customer Matthew Reiser, seeks to enforce refunds for duties and fees paid on imports that should have entered the U.S. duty-free. Meanwhile, the government faces coordinated legal efforts to establish a refund process, including motions filed by the Liberty Justice Center and other groups.

Economic analyses indicate U.S. businesses and consumers bore the majority of the IEEPA tariff burden, with foreign exporters covering approximately 14% of costs as of November 2025. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has acknowledged the need for refunds but noted the process could be lengthy.

FedEx has directed customers to a dedicated webpage for updates, reiterating its commitment to transparency as the legal and regulatory landscape evolves. The outcome of ongoing litigation and administrative actions will likely determine the timeline and scope of refunds for affected parties.

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