The U.S. government has disbursed over $20 billion in tariff refunds to importers following a landmark Supreme Court decision earlier this year that struck down key elements of former President Donald Trump’s trade policies. Newly released court documents show that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has processed approximately $20.6 billion in repayments related to the ruling, with an additional $85 billion in potential and certified refunds awaiting payment.

The refunds stem from the Supreme Court’s February ruling that found Trump exceeded his authority under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) when he imposed broad tariffs on imports from China, Canada, Mexico, and numerous other countries. The court’s 6-3 decision determined that the act does not grant presidents the power to levy tariffs, resulting in a significant setback for Trump’s trade agenda and triggering a complex repayment effort.

Among companies receiving refunds is toymaker Basic Fun, which has so far received $525,000 out of $7.4 million owed to it. CEO Jay Foreman described the payments as irregular and lacking clear communication regarding timing or amounts. “It’s time to release the funds back into the economy, especially given how much we and others need these funds to support our businesses and fund our operations,” he said.

While most refund recipients have not been publicly identified, the group reportedly includes major retailers and logistics firms such as Costco, Walmart, Home Depot, Target, General Motors, Ford, FedEx, UPS, and DHL.

The White House has indicated that thousands of businesses remain unpaid because they have not submitted the necessary banking information for electronic transfers. Court records reveal that “4,185 consolidated refunds have not been transmitted to Treasury” due to importers’ failure to provide account details, delaying the final phase of repayment.

The government continues to work through a backlog of refund processing as businesses await the return of billions paid in tariffs under an authority ultimately deemed unlawful by the nation’s highest court.