UPS Expands Return Bars to 10,000 Locations; Seeks Refund on IEPA Tariffs
UPS expanded its Return Bar network to 10,000 drop-off locations by adding 1,700 sites via Annex Brands and PackageHub partnerships, cutting average return transit to seven days. UPS and FedEx filed for refunds on IEPA tariffs deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court in February, seeking to recoup duties paid.
1. UPS Hits 10,000 Return Bar Locations
UPS and Happy Returns have expanded the Return Bar network to 10,000 drop-off points nationwide, adding over 1,700 new locations through partnerships with Annex Brands and PackageHub Business Centers. This network now delivers returns to retailers in as little as 3.6 days and averages seven days transit, enhancing e-commerce reverse logistics capabilities.
2. Filing for IEPA Tariff Refunds
UPS, together with FedEx, has filed for refunds on tariffs levied under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, which the Supreme Court declared unconstitutional in February. The companies aim to recover duties paid on eligible cross-border shipments, potentially improving cash flows and reducing shipping costs.