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There are several pros and cons of tariffs in the United States, and some of them are listed below.
Pros of Tariffs:
By imposing a tariff, the government is earning some income. It may be a very small percentage compared to the overall profits, but it is an income nevertheless.
The government is protecting the interest of the local produce and products. It is protecting small businesses from unfair trade practices from outside companies.
It controls the trade and contributes to the environment by cutting down shipping needs.
Cons of Tariffs:
Consumers end up paying very high prices whether they are buying a local product or an international product.
The market is prone to dumping. Dumping is a situation where foreign companies start selling products at much lower price then a local vendor is selling it at. For example, in Mexico, corn was being sold at really low prices by the United States. In fact, the selling price was much lower than the production cost.
Domestic businesses cannot survive international competition, and eventually will have to wind up their business.
The country will become more dependent on outside products.
The local produce will gradually reduce.
Local crafts like handicrafts become extinct as a result of tariffs.
From an environmental perspective, more time and resources is spent on transporting goods and trade practices.
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