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The Sugar Act of 1764 primarily taxed sugar, molasses, and certain types of wine. This legislation aimed to raise revenue for Britain and curb smuggling in the American colonies. By imposing duties on these staples, the act sought to regulate trade and ensure compliance with British economic interests. The tax on molasses, in particular, was significant as it affected the rum industry, which was crucial to colonial economies.

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