FACTBOX-Global companies that have sued the US government for tariff refunds
Feb 19 (Reuters) - Thousands of companies around the world have filed lawsuits challenging U.S. President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs and sought refunds on duties paid.
The U.S. Supreme Court has not yet released opinions in argued cases. On February 3, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said The Supreme Court is taking its time to rule on a case challenging the legality of Trump's tariffs given the "enormous" stakes involved.
Any decision on tariffs will focus on the legality of levies on goods imported from several trading partners, including China, India and Brazil, that Trump has imposed by invoking a 1977 law meant for use during national emergencies.
Company executives, customs brokers and trade lawyers are bracing for a ruling, and a potential fight over obtaining perhaps $150 billion in refunds from the U.S. government for duties already paid by importers if he loses.
Here are some of the major companies that have filed cases against the administration so far:
Company | Date Filed | Details |
BYD | February 9, 2026 | The Chinese automaker has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government challenging President Trump's bid to use sweeping authority to impose tariffs, and requesting a refund for all levies it paid since last April, court documents show. |
Prada | February 6, 2026 | The luxury company sued the U.S. government and requested the U.S. Court of International Trade to order a refund of the IEEPA duties collected. |
Staples | January 20, 2026 | The office supply company filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government seeking a refund for the IEEPA duties collected, saying the tariffs were unlawful. |
Tom Ford Distribution | January 8, 2026 | A subsidiary of the fashion group sued the U.S. government requesting the court to order the government to refund the IEEPA duties collected on imports along with interest. |
J Crew Group | January 6, 2026 | The New York-based company sought similar protections as Dole Fresh, including a full refund of tariffs paid under the IEEPA to date. |
Dole Fresh Fruit Company | January 2, 2026 | Filed a lawsuit to seek a declaration that tariffs under IEEPA were unlawful, a full refund for all tariffs under the order paid to the U.S., and an injunction to prevent imposition of future tariffs under the order. |
GoPro GPRO.O | December 24, 2025 | Filed a protective suit at the CIT to challenge Trump's IEEPA‑based tariffs and secure refunds of duties paid on imported camera equipment. |
Barnes & Noble Purchasing | December 22, 2025 | The company sued U.S. Customs and Border Protection to seek refunds of IEEPA duties and a ruling that President Trump lacks authority under IEEPA to impose tariffs. |
BorgWarner | December 12, 2025 | The auto parts maker filed a lawsuit asking for the CIT to hold the tariffs imposed under IEEPA unlawful, and sought protection for its right to a complete refund of tariffs paid, according to a court filing. |
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company | December 10, 2025 | Filed a protective lawsuit at the U.S. Court of International Trade (CIT) challenging the tariffs imposed under emergency powers, and sought a right to a refund and an injunction preventing further tariffs under the IEEPA. |
Costco Wholesale COST.O | November 28, 2025 |
Sued the U.S. government to ensure it will receive refunds if the Supreme Court rejects President Donald Trump's bid for sweeping authority to impose tariffs. |
EssilorLuxottica ESLX.PA | November 26, 2025 | Filed to overturn sweeping IEEPA tariffs and preserve refund rights as duties on imported frames and lenses became costly under the emergency tariff regime. |
Alcoa AA.N | November 26, 2025 | Joined wave of importers challenging IEEPA tariffs, seeking a declaration the duties are unlawful and demanding refunds of all amounts paid. |
Toyota subsidiaries | November 21, 2025 | Filed protective suits to challenge the legality of IEEPA tariffs and ensure access to refunds. |
Bumble Bee Foods | November 18, 2025 | Argued trafficking‑based and reciprocal tariffs were unlawful under IEEPA and requested full reimbursement of duties. |
Revlon | November 14, 2025 | Sought to suspend liquidation and recover tariff payments, arguing IEEPA does not authorize the sweeping tariffs imposed by the administration. |
Kawasaki Motors Manufacturing Corp USA & affiliates | November 13, 2025 | Sued to contest emergency tariff orders and avoid losing refund rights ahead of liquidation. |
Yokohama Tire | November 10, 2025 | Filed to challenge IEEPA tariffs and seek refunds, arguing duties were imposed without legal authority. |
Yamazaki Mazak | November 10, 2025 | Challenged emergency tariffs that increased costs for imported machinery, seeking refunds and declaratory relief. |
Source: Court filings
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