A tariff is a government tax added when goods cross a country’s border (most often on imports). It raises the final cost, so buyers may switch suppliers, change order sizes, or pass the increase to customers.
Why is a tariff used?
Governments use tariffs to protect local industries, collect revenue, or respond to trade disputes. For businesses, the big impact is budgeting: the added charge changes your “landed” price, which can affect margins and which products are worth bringing in. It can also change timelines if extra checks or paperwork are required, so planning ahead matters. Clear cost notes also make it easier to explain price updates to partners.
How it connects to Transportify
Transportify helps you move goods smoothly once they’re in-country. With on-demand and scheduled delivery options, Transportify helps you control the parts of the total cost you can manage: transport time, vehicle choice, and service level. That way, your delivery plan stays predictable even when input costs shift.
Related Terms
Customs clearance
HS code
Duty drawback
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