L’Oréal, Dyson File Lawsuits Over Trump-Era Tariffs
Synopsis
L'Oréal, Dyson and Bausch + Lomb have filed lawsuits in the U.S. Court of International Trade seeking refunds of tariffs imposed during the Trump administration. The action follows a Supreme Court ruling that limited the federal government’s authority under emergency trade powers. More than 1,000 importers have submitted similar claims as courts consider whether tariff payments collected on imported goods must be repaid.
L'Oréal, Dyson and Bausch + Lomb have sued in U.S. trade court seeking refunds for tariffs imposed under former President Donald Trump. The filings follow a Supreme Court ruling that narrowed emergency tariff authority. More than 1,000 importers are pursuing similar claims over duties applied to imported goods.
Key Highlights
- L'Oréal, Dyson and Bausch + Lomb filed Trump tariff refund lawsuits.
- Claims follow Supreme Court ruling limiting emergency tariff authority.
- More than 1,000 importers have filed similar refund cases.
- Tariffs ranged from 7.5% to 25% on affected imports.
Three multinational companies have filed lawsuits in the U.S. Court of International Trade seeking refunds of tariffs imposed during former President Donald Trump’s administration. The filings follow a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that narrowed the federal government’s authority to impose certain tariffs under emergency powers law.
The companies argue that duties collected on imported goods were not legally authorized and are asking the court to order repayment. The cases are part of a broader wave of “Trump tariff refunds” claims now moving through federal trade courts.
Supreme Court Decision Opens Door to Refund Claims
The Supreme Court ruled that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) did not grant authority for the challenged tariff measures. While the court invalidated the legal basis for the duties, it did not directly decide whether refunds must be issued, leaving that question to lower courts.
More than 1,000 importers have filed similar claims, seeking reimbursement for tariffs paid on goods imported during the trade measures. The disputed duties were applied to a wide range of products, including consumer goods, personal care items, electronics and healthcare supplies.
Beauty, Technology and Eye-Care Sectors Affected
L'Oréal, one of the world’s largest cosmetics manufacturers, reported €41.18 billion in 2023 sales. Dyson posted £7.1 billion in revenue for the year ended 2023, while Bausch + Lomb reported approximately $4.1 billion in 2023 revenue.
Tariffs affected companies operating in consumer beauty, home appliances and medical devices, sectors that rely heavily on global supply chains. According to U.S. government trade data, tariffs during the trade dispute ranged from 7.5% to 25% on certain imports, increasing costs for companies that source components or finished goods abroad.
Growing Corporate Legal Push
The lawsuits add to an expanding legal effort by corporations seeking reimbursement. Economists have estimated that tens of billions of dollars in tariff collections could be subject to review, depending on court outcomes.
The U.S. government has previously defended the legality of the tariffs. The Court of International Trade will now determine whether refunds are owed and how claims should be processed.
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Pooja Malik is a business journalist with over six years of experience covering startups, entrepreneurship, and emerging trends. She has previously worked with leading media platforms such as YourStory Media and BW BusinessWorld, where she reported on business, policy, and market developments. Currently, she serves as Editor at The Inspirepreneur Magazine, where she writes and edits stories across business, lifestyle, and travel, with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and reader relevance.
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