WASHINGTON (February 20, 2026) – Today, the United States Supreme Court issued its ruling on the President’s authority to issue tariffs under the International Economic Emergency Powers Act (IEEPA). Below is a statement that can be attributed to Jason Bernstein, Director of International Trade and Supply Chain, American Chemistry Council (ACC):
“We will review the ruling to determine any impact on our industry as well as our member companies. If any refunds on tariffs paid are authorized by this ruling, we hope that these refunds will be processed expeditiously.
“The U.S. chemical industry is a model for an America First trade policy – American success relies on American chemistry. To make America the most competitive place in the world to manufacture chemicals, new pro-growth measures with trusted trade partners is critical. There are opportunities to use targeted trade measures that decrease America’s supply chain vulnerabilities and advantage domestic production and jobs through resilient sourcing of key materials and access to foreign markets for our exports. For example, the timely renewal and full implementation of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, including its Annex on Chemical Substances. Regardless of the ruling, we look forward to working with President Trump and the Administration to advance the U.S. chemical industry’s position in the global economy.”
