US Ports of Entry

Frequently asked questions

What is a CBP port code?

A CBP port code is a four-digit identifier assigned by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to each port of entry. It appears on your import documentation (including ACE ES-003 exports) and identifies where your goods entered the United States.

Does it matter which port my goods entered through for tariff refund eligibility?

No. CAPE Phase 1 tariff refund eligibility is determined by the HTS classification and tariff type (IEEPA/Section 301), not the port of entry. Entries through any U.S. port that paid qualifying tariffs are eligible for recovery.

How do I find my port of entry?

Your port of entry is listed on your CBP entry summary (CF-7501) and in your ACE ES-003 export. It corresponds to the physical location where your goods cleared customs, which may be a seaport, airport, or land border crossing.

Can I file for tariff refunds on entries through multiple ports?

Yes. A single CAPE declaration can include entries from multiple ports of entry. Tariffi's automated analysis identifies all qualifying entries regardless of which port they entered through.

What are the busiest ports for IEEPA-affected imports?

Los Angeles, Long Beach, New York/Newark, and JFK Airport handle the highest volumes of imports subject to IEEPA and Section 301 tariffs. However, every port processes tariff-affected goods — your specific recovery depends on your entries, not the port.