U.S. Government Joins Creditors in First Brands Bankruptcy Case

U.S. government has filed claims as a creditor in the bankruptcy proceedings of autoparts maker First Brands. The filing alleges the company underpaid tariffs before it entered bankruptcy.

Background on the Case First Brands filed for bankruptcy earlier this year.

Multiple creditors have already submitted claims related to alleged fraud at the company. The government filing adds a new category of alleged misconduct involving tariff payments. The bankruptcy court will now review the government's claims alongside those from other creditors.