A customs duty is a levy imposed on the importation of certain goods and on some goods manufactured from imported materials. It is also charged on some exports. Within the European Union, import duties between member states have been abolished and a Common External Tariff has been established.
Import duty is a type of tax levied by a government on goods brought into the country from abroad. It is aimed at regulating international trade, protecting domestic industries, and generating revenue for the government.
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