February 24, 2026: Several major multinational companies have filed lawsuits seeking refunds of tariffs paid on imported goods, following a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that curtailed the federal government’s authority to impose certain trade duties.
Among the latest companies to file refund actions are L’Oréal, Dyson, and Bausch + Lomb, according to recent reporting. They join more than 1,400 companies that have already brought claims in the U.S. Court of International Trade, challenging tariffs imposed under emergency powers during the Trump administration.
The Supreme Court ruling held that the president exceeded statutory authority by using emergency powers to impose broad tariffs, opening the door for importers to seek recovery of duties previously paid to U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Economists estimate that the total value of tariffs potentially subject to refund could reach tens of billions of dollars, and possibly much more.
Companies pursuing refunds span a wide range of industries, including cosmetics, consumer electronics, medical devices, logistics, and transportation. FedEx is among the high-profile companies that have already filed claims, as have several consumer goods manufacturers that import finished products and components into the United States.
Refund claims are being filed in the Court of International Trade, the specialized federal court with jurisdiction over customs and tariff disputes. While the lawsuits seek repayment from the federal government, the process is expected to take years to resolve, and outcomes may vary depending on the specific tariffs at issue.
Under current law, any refunds awarded would be paid to the importer of record, typically the company that initially paid the tariff to customs authorities. The reporting notes that there is no automatic requirement to pass on refunded amounts to consumers or downstream businesses, even when tariff costs were passed through in pricing.
The growing wave of refund litigation highlights the far-reaching financial impact of the tariffs and the uncertainty surrounding who ultimately benefits if refunds are granted. As cases proceed, courts may be asked to address not only whether refunds are owed, but also how recovered funds should be treated once they are returned to importing companies.
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