ACE reports dashboard tracking IEEPA tariff refunds and CAPE refund status

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has introduced a series of ACE Reports tools to help importers monitor IEEPA tariff refunds submitted through the CAPE system.

These reports provide visibility into refund status, payment processing, and potential issues, allowing the trade community to better manage and track refund claims.

Background: CAPE and IEEPA Refunds

On April 20, CBP launched the Consolidated Administration and Processing of Entries (CAPE) tool in the ACE Portal to streamline refund requests for duties imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA).

Once CBP reviews and approves claims:

  • Refunds are processed by the U.S. Treasury
  • Payments are issued via Automated Clearing House (ACH)
  • Initial refund payments began as early as May 12

Key ACE Reports for Monitoring Refunds

CBP has made several reports available to help users track CAPE refund activity.

đź“Š ES-022: CAPE Entry Summary Report

This report provides a comprehensive view of:

  • CAPE declaration numbers
  • Entry summary numbers
  • Refund identifiers
  • Refund amounts (principal and interest separated)

👉 Best for: Tracking individual refund calculations and status

đź’° REV-603: Trade Refund Report

This report allows users to monitor refund status after Treasury processing. For help running this report, visit: REV-603

Key Status Indicators:

  • Sent to Treasury – Refund approved and sent for payment
  • Treasury Issued – Refund successfully issued
  • Funds Diverted – Refund applied to outstanding CBP debt
  • Check/ACH Returned – Refund rejected due to incomplete ACH setup

👉 Best for: Tracking payment progress and identifying issues

⚠️ REV-613: ACH Rejected Refunds Report

This report highlights refunds that were rejected due to:

  • Missing or incomplete ACH enrollment
  • Incorrect banking information

👉 Best for: Identifying failed payments and correcting issues quickly

đź“‹ REV-615: CAPE Detailed Refunds Report

This report expands on REV-603 by providing:

  • Entry-level refund details
  • CAPE declaration linkage
  • Treasury submission information

👉 Best for: Detailed analysis of refund data across entries

ACE Reporting Tips for Importers

CBP recommends the following best practices to improve efficiency:

âś” Schedule Reports Automatically

Set up recurring reports to be delivered directly to your email to save time and ensure continuous monitoring.

✔ Track “4811 Notify Parties”

You can enhance reporting by including:

  • CF 4811 Notify Party Name
  • CF 4811 Notify Party Number

This helps identify the party designated to receive refunds.

Why These Reports Matter

With millions of entries impacted by IEEPA tariffs, these reports are critical for:

  • Tracking refund status in real time
  • Identifying delays or rejected payments
  • Reconciling refund amounts (principal + interest)
  • Ensuring proper ACH setup to avoid disruptions

Without using ACE Reports, importers risk missing payments or delays in refund processing.

Support and Resources

CBP has provided several resources to assist users:

  • ACE Reports access and training materials
  • CAPE refund guidance documentation
  • Quick Reference Cards (QRCs) for report usage

Contact Information:

Key Takeaways

  • CBP released multiple ACE Reports to track IEEPA tariff refunds
  • CAPE enables centralized refund processing through ACE
  • ACH enrollment is critical to avoid rejected payments
  • Reports provide visibility into refund status, payments, and issues