<P> The Tariff of 1816 ( also known as the Dallas tariff ) is notable as the first tariff passed by Congress with an explicit function of protecting U.S. manufactured items from overseas competition . Prior to the War of 1812 , tariffs had primarily served to raise revenues to operate the national government . Another unique aspect of the tariff was the strong support it received from Northern states . </P>
what was the purpose of the protective tariffs on european goods after the war of 1812
protecting U.S. manufactured items from overseas competition