Ethical __ (marketers' "free gifts," e.g.) (6)

I believe the answer is:

bribes

(Other definitions for bribes that I've seen before include "Sweeteners" , "Backhanders" , "Kickbacks" , "Illegal payments in exchange for favours" , "Inducements" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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