### Question
How is the "merchandise" defined?


### Answer
The term **merchandise** is defined in *19 U.S.C. § 1590* as follows -

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

#### Citation:
  - *19 U.S.C. § 1590*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 3-THE TARIFF AND RELATED PROVISIONS > SUBTITLE III-ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS > Part V-Enforcement Provisions**

