Skip the wait — get paid for your IEEPA claim today
Free CAPE filing is the right path for most importers. Selling your claim is the fast-cash alternative when you need working capital now or want to eliminate CAPE processing risk entirely. Vetted buyers typically pay 70–90 cents on the dollar at close.
Why importers sell instead of waiting on CAPE
Free CAPE filing follows CBP's processing timeline. Selling converts that future refund into immediate cash — typically within 2–4 weeks of audit completion.
70–90 Cents on the Dollar
Offer pricing depends on entry quality, liquidation status, and total claim size. We run a competitive process to ensure you see the best available price.
Competitive Buyer Process
TariffClaim solicits offers from multiple vetted, investor-backed buyers. You review and accept — no obligation to sell if the numbers don't work.
No Upfront Cost
Buyers price your claim at a discount to face value — you keep the net proceeds with no out-of-pocket fees. If you'd rather wait on CBP, free CAPE filing is the alternative path.
When selling makes sense over free CAPE filing
You need working capital now and can't wait for CBP processing · You want to eliminate CAPE processing risk and lock in cash certainty · You'd rather move the claim off your balance sheet than carry a receivable · Your claim is well-documented and large enough (typically $100K+) to attract competitive buyer interest
Example: $500K claim → Buyer offers 82 cents → You receive ~$410K at close, typically within 2–3 weeks. No waiting for CBP. No CAPE processing risk. Still want to compare? Free CAPE filing may net you more if you can wait.
Compare all refund options →How It Works
Audit Your Claim
Upload your ES-003. We calculate your total exposure and assess claim quality so you can compare a sale offer against your free CAPE filing upside.
Buyer Outreach
TariffClaim prepares your documentation package and solicits offers from our vetted buyer network.
Close
Review offers, accept the best one, sign the assignment agreement, receive payment. Most transactions close within 2–4 weeks of audit completion.
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Compare your refund options
Free CAPE filing
Our primary product — upload ACE data, see your refund, generate and file your CAPE declaration. Free.
Learn about free CAPE filingSell Your Claim
Fast-cash alternative — convert your future refund into immediate working capital with vetted buyers.
You're herePursue Litigation
Alternative for claims that don't qualify for CAPE — preserve recovery rights through the Court of International Trade.
Explore litigationNot sure which path fits? Start with the full comparison and see how a sale stacks up against free CAPE filing and litigation.
See all refund options →Find out what your claim is worth
Start with a free audit. You'll see your free-filing upside and indicative sale offers side-by-side — then choose the path that fits.