What is another word for countervailing duty?
Pronunciation: [kˈa͡ʊntəvˌe͡ɪlɪŋ djˈuːti] (IPA) 
Countervailing duty refers to an additional charge imposed on certain goods by a governing body, usually to offset the effects of subsidies provided to the manufacturers and exporters in a different country. Synonyms for countervailing duty include 'anti-subsidy duty,' which highlights its main purpose, and 'offsetting duty,' which emphasizes its role in balancing out trade. Other synonyms include 'protective duty,' 'equalizing duty,' and 'corrival countervail.' These terms are often used interchangeably in legal and trade discussions to refer to the same thing. Whatever it's called, countervailing duty serves an important function in maintaining fair and competitive international trade practices.
