Long Beach Duty Drawback

Long Beach Duty Drawback - International trade, tariff & customs attorneys. CBP defense. Call (818) 514-7680.

International Trade & Customs Law Services

Comprehensive customs and tariff defense for California importers at the Port of Los Angeles, Port of Long Beach, and all U.S. ports of entry. Services include CBP audit defense, tariff classification, customs valuation, Section 301/232/IEEPA tariff strategy, UFLPA forced labor compliance, duty drawback recovery, and Court of International Trade litigation.

Current Tariff Landscape

With effective tariff rates at historic highs, California businesses need experienced trade counsel. We handle Section 301 China tariffs, Section 232 steel/aluminum tariffs, IEEPA tariff refund claims, and reciprocal tariff compliance.

Free consultation for importers: (818) 514-7680.

Filed Court of International Trade Actions

Trembach Law Firm is not only admitted to the U.S. Court of International Trade — it has filed 3 complaints there. The actions are docketed at the Court of International Trade as 26-02506, 26-02846, 26-04095. Anatolii Trembach is admitted to practice before the Court of International Trade and is licensed in California, State Bar #349304, verifiable at apps.calbar.ca.gov.

This matters for IEEPA refunds specifically. The Court of International Trade has ordered CBP to reliquidate and refund on plaintiffs’ entries, and CBP’s CAPE Phase 3 for finally liquidated entries is likewise available only to importers who are plaintiffs at the Court. An importer who never filed has no confirmed, self-executing mechanism. Choosing counsel who has actually filed at that court, rather than counsel who only describes the process, is therefore a practical question and not a marketing one.

Jurisdiction over these actions rests on 28 U.S.C. § 1581, and the window to sue runs under 28 U.S.C. § 2636(i). No particular outcome is promised or guaranteed.

Fees, Costs and Case Results

Representation in these matters is offered on a contingency basis covering attorney fees only: there is no attorney fee unless we recover, and clients remain responsible for case costs, such as court filing and service fees. The specific terms that apply to a matter are set out in the written fee agreement for that matter.

Where this site refers to a verdict, settlement or court order, that result was dependent on the facts of that case, and results will differ if based on different facts. Past results do not predict or guarantee the outcome of any other matter, and no particular outcome is promised or guaranteed.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is duty drawback and how much can I recover?

Duty drawback is a refund of up to 99% of customs duties, taxes, and certain fees paid on imported merchandise that is subsequently exported or destroyed. Under 19 USC § 1313, eligible companies can recover duties on manufacturing drawback (imported materials used in exported products), unused merchandise drawback (imported goods exported in same condition), and rejected merchandise drawback (defective imports). Our Long Beach duty drawback lawyers help clients recover eligible duty drawback refunds.

How long does it take to receive a duty drawback refund?

CBP typically processes accelerated drawback claims (claims under $1 million filed with ACE) within 60-90 days. Non-accelerated claims can take 6-12 months. Complex manufacturing drawback claims requiring ruling requests may take longer. Our Long Beach duty drawback attorneys expedite the process through complete, accurate claim submissions and proactive follow-up with CBP.

Is duty drawback worth it for small exporters?

Yes! Even if you export relatively small volumes, duty drawback can be highly profitable. If you paid $50,000 in duties and export those goods or similar goods, you can recover $49,500 (99%). The filing process can be streamlined through ACE, and our Long Beach duty drawback lawyer offers cost-effective flat-fee pricing that makes drawback accessible even for smaller exporters.

Do I need to export the exact same goods I imported?

Not always. Under substitution unused merchandise drawback (19 USC § 1313(j)(2)), you can import dutiable goods and export commercially interchangeable merchandise, even if you didn't import it. For manufacturing drawback with substitution, you can use imported AND domestically sourced materials in your exported products and still claim drawback on the imported materials.

Why choose a Long Beach duty drawback lawyer?

Port of Long Beach is the second-busiest container port in the United States, handling billions in imports and exports annually. Our Long Beach location provides direct access to port facilities, CBP's Port of Long Beach office, and expertise with the unique supply chains and industries operating through this critical trade gateway. We understand local logistics, common commodity flows, and have established relationships with CBP drawback specialists.

Contact Trembach Law Firm

Trembach Law Firm, APC

27001 Agoura Road, Suite 350, Calabasas, CA 91301

Phone: (818) 514-7680

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