Customs Tariff

/ˈkʌstəmz ˈtærɪf/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A schedule or list of duties or taxes imposed by a government on imported or exported goods.
    The customs tariff on electronics was raised to protect domestic manufacturers.

Forms

  • customs tariff
  • customs tariffs

Commentary

Customs tariffs are key instruments in international trade law influencing import/export regulation and trade policy.

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