Customs Duty is a tax imposed on goods when transported across international borders to protect each country's economy, residents, jobs, environment, etc., by controlling the flow of goods and services into and out of the country. As of now there is no customs duty imposed on IT services imported into the United States of America. All countries protect their industries and economies by imposing customs duty. For eg, India imposes a customs duty of more than 100% to import passenger cars manufactured abroad. So if the cost of a passenger car manufactured in USA is $25,000, it's cost in India is $50,000 to encourage the citizens/businesses of India to buy vehicles manufactured locally. http://customsdutyonit.blogspot.com/ explains how imposing customs duties can save US jobs.
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