Customs Drawback Revival: CBP's Paperwork Comeback
Published Date: 11/24/2025
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Summary
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is bringing back a paperwork form tied to drawback rules, which help businesses get refunds on certain import taxes. If you’re a business dealing with imports or exports, this affects you! They’re asking for your thoughts by December 24, 2025, before finalizing the process—so get ready to share your feedback and keep things running smoothly.
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Paper Drawback Claims No Longer Allowed
CBP confirms that since February 24, 2019, TFTEA-Drawback (part 190) is the only legal framework and no new drawback claims may be filed under the prior paper-based processes in part 191. All claims must follow the electronic submission requirements in sections 190.51–190.53 and be filed in ACE.
Form 7553 Reinstated for Drawback Claims
CBP is reinstating CBP Form 7553 (Notice of Intent) for the drawback process and requires drawback claims to be filed electronically in the Automated Commercial Environment (ACE) under the Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforcement Act (TFTEA). CBP estimates 150 respondents, 20 responses per respondent (3,000 total responses), at 33 minutes per response for a total annual burden of 1,650 hours.
Transfers Must Be Shown By Business Records
CBP states that transfers of merchandise for drawback must be evidenced by business records as defined in sections 190.10 and 190.24, and CBP Form 7552 (Certificates of Delivery and Certificates of Manufacturing & Delivery) will no longer be requested or accepted. Businesses must maintain and provide business records to demonstrate transfers.
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