The United States Court of International Trade (CIT) ordered Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to refund all importers for tariffs collected under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA). All importers of record are entitled to refunds, but the decision is expected to be appealed. This session presented on Friday, March 13, 2026, provided an overview of what is currently known about the ruling, how CBP may implement refunds and what spice importers should expect in the coming weeks and months. The presentation by Shawn Jarosz with TradeMoves and Felicia Pullam, with APCO was an exclusive event for ASTA members only.

At the 2025 ASTA Annual Meeting & Exhibits, held on April 9th in Savannah, Georgia, Shawn Jarosz presented “Update on Cross-Border Trade and Tariffs” as part of the symposium "Navigating the Spice Supply Chain Course: Discourse, Disruption, and Solutions." The session provided a comprehensive overview of trade policy and tariff actions implemented to date, with a specific focus on their impact on U.S. spice imports. Jarosz highlighted the critical role that cross-border trade and tariff policies play in shaping supply chain stability, pricing, and market access. The presentation also examined ongoing and proposed mitigation efforts to manage disruptions and maintain a resilient trade flow. Key takeaways emphasized the need for industry stakeholders to stay informed and engaged on trade developments, and to explore collaborative strategies to adapt to evolving global trade dynamics.