Tariff Evasion
/ˈtærɪf ɪˈveɪʒən/
Definitions
- (n.) The illegal act of deliberately avoiding the payment of customs duties or import/export taxes by misrepresenting goods, false declarations, or smuggling.
The company was prosecuted for tariff evasion after underreporting the value of imported goods.
Forms
- tariff evasion
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Commentary
Tariff evasion often involves concealment or fraud and is distinct from lawful tariff reduction methods like exemptions or refunds.
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