Examples of non-tariff barriers to merchandise trade are all except _________.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Required percentages of foreign content materials are actually an example of a tariff barrier to merchandise trade, as they limit the amount of foreign goods that can be imported and increase the price of those that are allowed. The other three options - rigorous customs and product entry procedures, detailed safety inspections, and lofty environmental standards - are examples of non-tariff barriers as they do not directly restrict the amount of trade, but make it more difficult or costly for goods to cross borders.

Examples of Non-Tariff Barriers to Merchandise Trade Are All Except