How do tariffs, as a form of protectionism, typically affect the welfare of consumers and producers in a domestic market?

Tariffs are taxes that a government places on imported goods, making those goods more expensive. When tariffs are applied, domestic producers may benefit because they can sell their products at higher prices without competition from cheaper imports. However, this often hurts consumers, as they have to pay more for goods, and their choices become limited because fewer imports are available. For example, if a country imposes a tariff on foreign cars, local car manufacturers might sell more cars, but consumers will have to pay higher prices than before. Overall, while tariffs can help producers, they usually lead to higher costs and reduced options for consumers in the market.