A new tariff refund portal is about to become a key resource for U.S. businesses as the government prepares to launch a system allowing companies to reclaim tariffs deemed unconstitutional. The portal, scheduled to go live on April 20, is expected to facilitate the refund process for up to $127 billion in tariff claims. While importers and companies, especially in sectors like automotive, are scrambling to navigate the process and secure their refunds, consumers may find themselves largely excluded from benefiting from these financial refunds. With many businesses struggling financially, some are even resorting to using anticipated refunds as loan collateral. The intricacies of the system have raised questions about eligibility, and officials are advising businesses to be prepared ahead of the launch.