### Question
How does TARIFF ACT OF 1930 define merchandise?


### Answer
Under *19 U.S.C. § 1590*, **merchandise** is defined as:

> only merchandise the importation of which into the United States is prohibited or restricted

#### Citation:
  - *19 U.S.C. § 1590*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 4-TARIFF ACT OF 1930 > SUBTITLE III-ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS > Part V-Enforcement Provisions**

