tariff rate

[ˈtærɪf reɪt]
nounpl: tariff rates
alíquota tarifária
1. The percentage or amount of tax imposed on imported or exported goods
The tariff rate on imported automobiles was increased to 25%.
A alíquota tarifária sobre automóveis importados foi aumentada para 25%.
2. A specific duty or tax levied on goods crossing international borders according to trade agreements
Countries negotiate tariff rates to balance trade and protect domestic industries.
Os países negociam alíquotas tarifárias para equilibrar o comércio e proteger as indústrias domésticas.
Tariff rates are crucial in both Brazilian and American trade policy. In Brazil, they are monitored by the Ministry of Economy and are essential for MERCOSUR agreements. In the USA, tariff rates have become increasingly politicized, particularly regarding trade with China and other major partners. The term is widely used in business, government policy, and international commerce discussions in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
customs dutyimport dutytax rateduty ratetarifftoll
Antonyms / Antônimos
free tradeduty-freezero tariff

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
alíquota tarifária
Standard term used in commerce and trade discussions
São Paulo
alíquota de importação
More specific reference to import duties in commercial context
Portugal
taxa tarifária
Common alternative in Portuguese European usage
International Trade
tarifa alfandegária
Formal legal terminology in trade negotiations

Related Words

trade agreementcustomsimport taxexport taxprotectionismcommercegoodsduty

Related Idioms & Phrases

impose a tariff rate
increase tariff rates
reduce tariff rates
tariff rate negotiation
preferential tariff rate
most favored nation tariff rate
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