Monthly Village Voice
Though titled monthly, the Village Voice functions as a newspaper appearing once per month with village council reports and events. HTS 4902.90.2020 applies to such infrequent newspaper publications.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If as sets of more than one issue
Chapter notes classify multi-issue sets under 4901.
If deemed daily/ frequent despite title
Actual frequency determines subheading.
If sold as tourist promotional literature
Ad-devoted or promotional pubs excluded to 4911.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Prove newspaper status via masthead and content (news vs magazine) for CBP
• Avoid single-cover multi-issue packaging to prevent 4901 classification
• Report values accurately; currency notes exempt monetary papers but not these
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