FedEx seeks tariff refunds following Supreme Court ruling

FedEx has initiated legal action against the U.S. government, seeking reimbursement for tariffs paid prior to a recent Supreme Court ruling. The lawsuit targets U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP).

The Supreme Court recently determined that President Donald Trump did not have the authority to impose tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). The court’s decision, a 6–3 ruling, affirmed Congress’s constitutional power over tariffs.

Lawsuit Details

FedEx’s lawsuit requests a full refund of all IEEPA duties the company has paid. The complaint states that FedEx imported goods from countries subject to these duties, resulting in financial injury. The specific amount of tariffs paid has not been disclosed in the legal filing.

Tariffs in Question

The tariffs challenged in the lawsuit were implemented starting in February 2025. These included a 25% tariff on goods from Canada and Mexico, increased duties on Chinese imports, and a 10% baseline tariff on nearly all imports. The complaint indicates that some imports from China faced a minimum IEEPA tariff of 145% at one point.

Requested Court Action

FedEx is petitioning the U.S. Court of International Trade to order CBP to reliquidate affected entries, remove the unlawful tariffs, and provide a refund with accrued interest.

FedEx Statement

FedEx released a statement indicating it has taken action to protect its rights as an importer and seek duty refunds. The company noted that a refund process has not yet been established by regulators or the courts and that it will provide updates as they become available.

Trump’s Response and Subsequent Actions

Following the Supreme Court’s ruling, Donald Trump publicly criticized the court, expressing disappointment with certain justices. Shortly after the decision, Trump announced a new 10% global tariff on imported goods, which was subsequently raised to 15% within a day.