The Tariff of 1828, also known as the Tariff of Abominations, was a protective tariff enacted by the United States Congress. It aimed to support American industries by imposing high duties on imported goods, particularly textiles and iron. This tariff was designed to benefit Northern manufacturers but was met with strong opposition from Southern states, which relied on imported goods. The tariff intensified regional tensions, particularly in the South, where it was seen as economically harmful. It contributed to the growing divide between the North and South, setting the stage for future conflicts over states' rights and economic policy, ultimately influencing the lead-up to the Civil War.