Trade Barrier
/ˈtreɪd ˈbæriər/
Definitions
- (n.) A governmental or regulatory measure that restricts or inhibits international commerce, such as tariffs, quotas, or import bans.
The country imposed a trade barrier to protect its domestic industries from foreign competition.
Forms
- trade barriers
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Commentary
Trade barriers encompass a variety of restrictive measures; precise drafting distinguishes between tariff (tax-based) and non-tariff barriers for legal clarity.
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