Goods that are bulky, and of so small value as not well to bear the expence of freight, may often be made cheaper in the country than they can be imported; and the manufacture of such goods will be profitable wherever there is a sufficient demand.
Franklin discusses how certain goods can be produced more cheaply domestically than imported due to their bulk and low value.
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