— How the Estimate Works

What our calculator is based on.

The calculator uses the same logic CBP applies through the CAPE tariff refund portal:

  • IEEPA duty refundable = total customs value × IEEPA rate paid. Reciprocal, fentanyl (Canada/Mexico/China), and base 10% global IEEPA rates all qualify if Chapter 99 HTS codes appear on the entry.
  • Statutory interest is calculated under 19 CFR §24.36 — currently 7% for individuals, 6% for corporations, compounded under the IRS quarterly rate. We use a conservative average.
  • Refund disbursement happens via ACH within 60–90 days of CAPE Declaration acceptance, unless CBP flags the file for compliance review.

Your actual refund will depend on exact HTS classifications, entry liquidation status, ACH enrollment, and CBP’s review of each entry. The calculator is a planning aid, not a guarantee.

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